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

Ghobash Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Lead QA/QC Engineer to manage the Quality Management System for offshore projects. The role entails ensuring compliance with ADNOC standards and ISO requirements while leading quality audits and inspections. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, significant EPC project experience in the Oil & Gas sector, and strong skills in QMS implementation and NCR management. If you are proactive with leadership drive, we want to see your application. You will play a critical role in maintaining high-quality project standards.

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, manage and implement the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards, ISO 9001:2015 and contractual obligations.
• Conduct quality audits and compliance inspections across project phases.
• Manage NCR processes including root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Skills

QMS implementation

Audits

NCR management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Certifications (ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor, CSWIP 3.1 / AWS Certified Welding Inspector, BGAS Grade 2)

Job description

Company Description

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC is a proud member of the Ghobash Group. For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.

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 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

Additional Information

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