QAQC Manager

Job Description

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Plan (PQP) in compliance with contract requirements, ISO 9001, and client specifications.
• Establish and monitor Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), method statements, and quality procedures for all project activities.
• Ensure the project quality management system (QMS) is effectively applied across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover phases.
• Lead the QA/QC team, including QC Inspectors, QC Clerks, and subcontractor quality representatives.
• Coordinate with project management, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure quality requirements are fully understood and implemented.
• Act as the primary interface with the client’s quality representatives and third-party inspectors.
• Approve inspection schedules and ensure that inspections are conducted in accordance with approved ITPs.
• Monitor fabrication, installation, and testing activities to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Ensure that all equipment and materials meet contractual quality requirements before use.
• Establish and manage the system for reporting, tracking, and closing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), Corrective Action Requests (CARs), and Preventive Action Requests (PARs).
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective measures to prevent recurrence.
• Plan and conduct internal and subcontractor audits to verify compliance with the QMS and contract requirements.
• Facilitate quality awareness training and toolbox talks for project staff.
• Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement in quality processes.
• Oversee the preparation, maintenance, and control of all quality records, including inspection reports, material certificates, and test data.
• Ensure final quality documentation (as-built dossiers) is compiled and submitted for project handover.
• Work closely with the HSE Manager to ensure that quality and safety systems are aligned and mutually supportive.
• Promote a culture of “right first time” in all project activities.

Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related) from a recognized institution.
• Seatrium or Project experience mandatory.
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and auditing processes.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards such as IEC, IEEE, ASME, BS EN, and project-specific client specifications.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in QA/QC roles, including at least 5 years in a management position for EPC, offshore, or oil & gas projects.
• Experience managing quality across engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and handover phases.
• Understanding of coating inspection, mechanical completion, and pre-commissioning requirements.
• Ability to interpret ITPs, method statements, and material certificates.
• Experience in planning, executing, and reporting on internal, external, and supplier audits.
• Skilled in identifying non-conformances and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary QA/QC teams and interface effectively with clients and subcontractors.
• Strong communication and reporting skills, with experience presenting quality performance metrics to senior management and clients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and quality management software (e.g., Q-Smartsheet, SharePoint).
• Familiarity with electronic document control systems for quality records.
• ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor certification (mandatory).
• Lean Six Sigma Certifications (optional but beneficial).
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Action Planning training.
• Risk Assessment & Method Statement (RAMS) familiarization.

Work location: Seatrium Admiralty Yard