Key Responsibilities
- Support the Vendor/Contractor in finalising the Vendor Document Requirement Listing (VDRL) and submission schedule in line with the Manufacturing/Inspection/Testing program, and their timely review and approval
- Assist the functional supervisor in reviewing relevant QMS, Engineering and Vendor Quality documents and undertaking Project Quality Health Check (PQHC), Process/procedural/Technical Compliance checks/verifications/Audits
- Ensure identification and regularisation of deviations to project technical requirements and Preferred Manufacturers List (PML)
- Attend Criticality Rating Assessment workshops and ensure identification of Quality Intervention Levels/Material Certification Requirements (BS EN 10204)
- Coordinate with discipline engineers for their inputs, while approving vendor quality documents and finalising intervention levels in ITPs, third-party inspector CVs for FAT/Functional testing
- Ensure Implementation and compliance of Project Supplier QA/QC requirements and ensure engagement of qualified personnel and calibrated inspection test equipment by contractors Vendors/Manufacturer during various phases of P.O. execution
- Coordinate and attend Pre-Inspection meetings, Vendor qualification audits/inspections and QA/QC Weekly meetings
- Ensure timely submission and Review of Contractor and Third-Party inspection visit reports, identify potential or actual non-conformances and direct contractor/vendors in taking necessary Correction, corrective and preventive actions; Escalate issues as needed
- Initiate or ensure initiation of NCRs for the recurrent surveillance observations and non-conformities and coordinate/follow up for RCA/correction/corrective/preventive action proposals and timely close-out
- Review and ensure the MRBs are compiled as per the approved index, and the MTCs/Inspection/Test records are traceable and retrievable
- Ensure appropriate Systems/Processes/Procedures/Computer database established by Contractor to maintain and Report P.O/Equipment wise status of vendor quality documents, CV approvals, Inspection Notifications, report submission, manufacturing, inspection and test status, etc
- Ensure timely submission and review of Weekly/Monthly supplier QA/QC status reports and raise any issues on vendor/ Manufacturer performance to the attention of the functional supervisor
- Monitor contractor/third-party inspectors' and engineers' performance, provide necessary support/guidance and report to the functional supervisor
- Ensures personal safety and the safety of others who may be affected by business activities, whether the activities are under direct control
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (or Equivalent) from a recognised university
- IRCA Certified QMS Lead Auditor
- Welding Inspector/Engineer, Painting Inspector, NDT Level 2/3, API Certifications, or similar qualification
- Membership/Certification from a recognised professional institution of relevance (MCQI-CQP, ASQ-CMQ&OE) is desirable
- Minimum of 15 years’ experience undertaking supplier QA/QC functions in major Process Plants (Refinery, NGL/LNG Plants, Petrochemical complex or similar) in the oil & Gas sector; Experience in the GCC is desirable; Sound working knowledge of QA/QC aspects of Procurement, manufacturing, Inspection, Testing and acceptance criteria of various Static/Rotating Equipment, Process piping components related to major Oil and Gas Projects
- Worked with EPIC Contractors/End users/Third Parties, performing, coordinating, and managing global Inspection/testing activities at vendor/Manufacturer works of major process Plant Equipment/Materials in the Oil & Gas industry and managed vendor inspection teams
- Hands-on experience in preparation, review, and approval of Procurement/Vendor/Manufacturer Quality documents (Purchase Specifications, ITRs, MR, TBEs, Quality Plans/ITPs/QCPs/FAT/Welding, NDT, HT, material testing and other Test Methods & Procedures, MRBs, Inspection reports and release notes, etc.); Performing supplier evaluation, qualification audits, and performance monitoring
- Good Knowledge and experience in establishing and/or using the IT/Software systems in the areas of supplier QA/QC, maintaining and reporting P.O./equipment-wise status of vendor quality documents, Inspection Notifications, report submission, manufacturing, inspection, and test status, etc
- Good knowledge in understanding product marking (ASME/API/UL/FM) and application of international Codes, standards, and practices (ASME, TEMA, ASTM, API, ISO, BS EN, NACE, IOGP, Shell DEP, MESC spec, etc.) and familiarity with those requirements relevant to the job function
- Ability to work well and effectively communicate and conduct pre-inspection meetings with contractor/vendors/manufacturers/third-party/end-user personnel and colleagues at all levels in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment
- Experienced in implementing and conducting Pre-Qualification/QMS/Quality and technical compliance checks and audits, quality walk-through of EPIC organisations and project activities
- Requires good knowledge of project features & specialities with the ability to resolve highly complex QA/QC-related issues and disputes arising from incorrect and disparate interpretations of Project technical requirements and Scope of work by various parties involved in the project, including external authorities
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.