Lead QA / QC Engineer - E&I [Offshore Project]

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Lead QA/QC Engineer for its Offshore project in Abu Dhabi. The role involves managing and implementing the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with ADNOC standards and ISO 9001:2015. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, with 15–20 years of EPC project experience in Oil & Gas, and ideally 5 years working with ADNOC Offshore. Key responsibilities include conducting audits, managing NCRs, and coordinating with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15–20 years of EPC project experience in Oil & Gas (Onshore & Offshore).
• Minimum 5 years ADNOC Offshore experience preferred.
• Proven experience managing QA / QC activities across EPC project phases.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Quality Management System (QMS) for the Offshore project.
• Conduct quality audits, surveillance, and compliance inspections.
• Coordinate closely with ADNOC Offshore and stakeholders.

Skills

QMS implementation

NCR management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Certified ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor

CSWIP 3.1 / AWS Certified Welding Inspector

BGAS Grade 2 Painting Inspector

Job description

Role Purpose

To lead, manage, and implement the Quality Management System (QMS) for the Offshore project, ensuring full compliance with ADNOC standards, ISO 9001:2015 requirements, contractual obligations, and project specifications. The Lead QA / QC Engineer is responsible for overseeing all quality-related activities across engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, installation, pre‑commissioning, and commissioning phases, ensuring consistent quality performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

QA / QC Planning & QMS Implementation

• Hold overall responsibility and accountability for all QA / QC activities on the project
• Establish, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Plan (PQP), procedures, work instructions, and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
• Ensure effective implementation of QMS in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and ADNOC Offshore requirements
• Define and monitor project quality KPIs and performance metrics
• Promote continuous improvement and integration of lessons learned across project phases

Quality Assurance & Control Execution

• Ensure contractual quality requirements are fully implemented throughout the project lifecycle
• Conduct quality audits, surveillance, and compliance inspections at all project locations (onshore, offshore, yards, vendors)
• Lead management of NCRs including root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, and closure verification
• Ensure timely reporting of quality performance, trends, and risks to Project Management and ADNOC Offshore Quality Representative
• Maintain comprehensive quality documentation, registers, and records

Interface with ADNOC Offshore & Stakeholders

• Act as the primary focal point for all quality‑related communication with ADNOC Offshore
• Coordinate closely with Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, HSE, and Project Management teams
• Attend quality review meetings, audits, and management review sessions with ADNOC Offshore
• Ensure timely submission of quality reports, dashboards, and documentation

Contractor & Subcontractor Quality Management

• Review and approve contractor and subcontractor quality documents, PQPs, ITPs, and procedures
• Ensure subcontractor QA / QC teams meet competency and certification requirements
• Monitor vendor and subcontractor compliance with approved quality plans and inspection requirements
• Conduct vendor inspections, audits, and surveillance activities

Team Leadership & Management

• Provide leadership, direction, and technical guidance to the QA / QC team
• Manage QA / QC personnel across offshore platforms, fabrication yards, manufacturing facilities, and site installations
• Ensure effective coordination between multi‑discipline QA / QC teams
• Support training, mentoring, and development of QA / QC personnel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent
• Certified ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor
• ADNOC Offshore approval (preferred)
• CSWIP 3.1 / AWS Certified Welding Inspector
• BGAS Grade 2 Painting Inspector

Experience

• Minimum 15–20 years of EPC project experience in Oil & Gas (Onshore & Offshore)
• Minimum 5 years ADNOC Offshore experience (Preferred)
• Strong exposure to offshore brownfield projects and live facilities
• Proven experience managing QA / QC activities across EPC project phases

Skills & Competencies

• Strong expertise in QMS implementation, audits, NCR management, and documentation
• In‑depth knowledge of ADNOC Offshore standards, specifications, and EPC processes
• Excellent coordination and communication skills with ADNOC, vendors, OEMs, and subcontractors
• Ability to lead and manage multi‑discipline QA / QC teams
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and accountable
• Detail‑oriented with strong execution focus
• Able to work under pressure and tight project schedules
• Strong ownership and leadership mindset
• Willing to travel and work offshore as required

Key Deliverables

• Project Quality Plan (PQP) and compliance records
• Approved ITPs and quality procedures
• Audit and surveillance reports
• NCR register and closure reports
• Quality KPI dashboards and performance reports
• ADNOC Offshore quality submissions and management review inputs