Quality Control Lead

ODS Engineering; Tipperary; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ODS Engineering is seeking a quality-focused professional to support MEP QA/QC, inspections, and commissioning on demanding projects. You will verify installations, review test plans, and coordinate with multiple teams to ensure compliance prior to energisation and handover.

Responsibilities include leading defect identification and closure, managing NCR lifecycles, and maintaining clear, auditable documentation using SharePoint. Experience with data centres or critical infra is valued.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical/Electrical/Building Services engineering.
• Experience in M&E QA/QC, inspection or commissioning support.
• Experience on data centres, critical infrastructure or fast-track projects.
• Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and managing quality on live sites.
• CSCS and QA/QC training advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and verify mechanical and electrical installations including HVAC, containment, piping, and fire protection.
• Review ITPs, commissioning documentation, and vendor submissions.
• Coordinate with commissioning teams to ensure Quality before energisation and handover.
• Lead QC walkdowns, identify defects, and ensure closure.
• Witness testing, inspections, and commissioning activities.
• Manage the full NCR lifecycle and liaise with subcontractors and project teams.
• Maintain auditable records using document control systems such as SharePoint.

Skills

MEP systems

Commissioning processes

ITPs

Technical drawings

Coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Ownership

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Inspect and verify mechanical and electrical installations including HVAC, electrical distribution, containment, piping, and fire protection systems. Review and manage Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), commissioning documentation, and vendor submissions. Coordinate with commissioning teams to ensure systems meet quality requirements prior to energisation and handover. Lead QC walkdowns, identify defects, and ensure closure. Witness testing, inspections, and commissioning activities. Manage the full Non-Conformance Report (NCR) lifecycle. Liaise with subcontractors, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to align quality activities.

Mechanical Inspection

Verify installation quality of HVAC and piping systems against drawings and specifications. Witness pressure testing and ensure compliance with project standards. Identify installation issues and ensure corrective actions are completed.

Electrical Inspection

Inspect cable installations, terminations, and routing. Carry out and verify loop checks and I/O testing. Ensure electrical systems meet design intent and quality requirements prior to energisation. Witness and verify against test plan

Documentation & Quality Control

Complete and sign off all testing documentation and quality records accurately. Maintain clear, auditable records for all inspections and tests. Use document control systems such as SharePoint to manage and track documentation.

Qualifications

Degree or HND/HNC in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering, or equivalent experience. Relevant site and quality certifications such as CSCS and QA/QC training are advantageous.

Experience

Proven experience in M&E QA/QC, inspection, or commissioning support roles. Background working on data centres, critical infrastructure, or fast-track projects. Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and managing quality on live sites.

Skills

Strong understanding of MEP systems, commissioning processes, and ITPs. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications. Strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and ownership of quality standards.

Personal Attributes

Organised and methodical. Comfortable challenging poor-quality work. Able to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Takes ownership and drives issues through to completion.

Ownership

Full ownership of quality across the fit-out and commissioning facility, ensuring all systems are compliant, complete, and ready for operational handover.