Assistant Quality Assurance Manager

Confidential; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in quality management in Al Khobar is seeking an Assistant Manager – Quality. The successful candidate will lead corporate quality and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. This role involves developing policies, conducting audits, and analyzing quality data to identify improvement opportunities. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in quality assurance within the oil & gas sector and holds relevant certifications. A strong focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement is essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in quality assurance, quality management, or safety within oil & gas or industrial operations.
• Professional certifications preferred (ISO Lead Auditor, Six Sigma, NEBOSH, or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards, HSE regulations, and corporate quality frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain corporate quality and safety policies.
• Lead audits, inspections, and risk assessments to ensure compliance.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and monitor their effectiveness.

Skills

Quality systems

Safety management

Regulatory compliance

Root cause analysis

Data-driven decision-making

Team leadership

Communication

Quality management software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field

Master’s degree

Tools

Quality management software

ERP systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Assistant Manager – Quality (Corporate Quality & Safety)

Department: Corporate Quality & Safety

Reporting To: Quality Manager / Head of Quality

Job Summary

The Assistant Manager – Quality will lead and support corporate quality and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies. The role drives operational excellence, continuous improvement, and a strong culture of quality and safety across oil, gas, and industrial operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain corporate quality and safety policies, procedures, and standards.
• Lead audits, inspections, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with ISO, HSE, and industry regulations.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and monitor their effectiveness.
• Analyze quality and safety data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with operational teams to embed quality and safety practices.
• Conduct training and awareness programs for employees on quality and safety standards.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for senior management on quality and safety performance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Professional certifications preferred (ISO Lead Auditor, Six Sigma, NEBOSH, or equivalent).
• 10+ years of experience in quality assurance, quality management, or safety within oil & gas or industrial operations.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards, HSE regulations, and corporate quality frameworks.
• Proven experience leading audits, inspections, and risk management initiatives.

Key Skills

• Technical Expertise: Quality systems, safety management, and regulatory compliance.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving: Root cause analysis, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Team leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional coordination.
• Communication: Clear reporting, documentation, and presentation to management.
• Digital Proficiency: Quality management software, ERP systems, and data analytics tools.