QAQC Head

-; Dammam; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and consultancy firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a QA/QC Manager for the General Maintenance Services Contract at a major petrochemical complex. You will lead quality control activities, manage compliance with ISO standards, and interface with clients to ensure the highest quality assurance in maintenance services. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, have at least 12 years of experience in the Oil & Gas sector, and hold NACE Level 2 certification. This full-time position involves strategic leadership of quality systems and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years in Oil & Gas / Petrochemical Quality Control.
• NACE Level 2 certification required.
• API / ASME / Welding certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Experience in crackers, polyethylene, aromatics or chemical process units.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage QA/QC activities for General Maintenance Services Contract.
• Ensure maintenance works meet Client quality standards.
• Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with ISO standards.
• Act as primary QA/QC focal point with Client stakeholders.
• Define QA/QC strategy for turnaround and shutdown operations.

Skills

Proactive & well-organised

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Multicultural leadership capability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Digital QA trackers

ISO compliance

Job description

Overview

In the Middle East, Bilfinger is one of the leading service providers of engineering and consultancy services, project management, construction, maintenance O&M and life cycle services. We enhance the efficiency of our client's assets, ensure a high level of availability and reduce maintenance costs. With our 4,000 employees, we are a leading German corporation where engineering excellence, safety and quality are part of our DNA. With four entities in the Middle East (Bilfinger Tebodin Middle East, Bilfinger Deutsche Babcock Emirates, Babcock Borsig Service Arabia, Babcock Borsig Steinmüller Kuwait) and over 10 offices across the region, we offer job opportunities that allow you to utilize all your knowledge and experience.

QA / QC MANAGER - GENERAL MAINTENANCE CONTRACT

Department: Maintenance / Quality Assurance

Location: Jubail - Client Plant

Contract Start: Q1 - 2026

Reports To: Project Manager / Operations Director

Direct Reports: QC Inspectors, Welding / Painting / Civil Inspectors, Document Control, RCA Team

Position Type: Full-Time

Responsibilities

1. JOB PURPOSE

Lead and manage all quality control and assurance activities for the General Maintenance Services Contract at the Client Refinery & Petrochemical Complex. Responsible for QA/QC systems, procedural compliance, digital reporting, RCA investigations, client audit readiness, commissioning quality, and continuous improvement.

2. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES

A. Quality Assurance & Control Management

• Develop and implement QA/QC plans, procedures, inspection test plans (ITPs) across refinery & petrochemical assets.
• Ensure maintenance works meet Client quality standards, engineering specs & HSEQ procedures.
• Lead QC certifications, material conformity, welding inspections, coating inspection.
• Approve NCRs & corrective actions and follow up on rectification and closeout.
• Collaborate with Client Engineering & Reliability teams to support RCA / 5 Why / Fishbone investigations.

B. Quality Systems & Audit Compliance

• Maintain all Corrective Action Programs & Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Conduct and coordinate internal audits & joint audits with Client.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 and client-specific quality standards.
• Maintain a digital QA dashboard & traceability system for inspections, observations & closeouts.
• Prepare documentation for Clients Plant start-up / commissioning QC handover files.

C. Competency & Training

• Lead Competency SOP implementation for all trades involved in maintenance work.
• Ensure QC staff are trained in equipment-specific QC procedures for Clients Plant Units.
• Organise NACE, API, ASNT & welding certifications and maintain records.
• Provide coaching & awareness sessions on new QC technologies, reliability tools & RCA.

D. Turnaround / Shutdown QA Strategy

• Define QA/QC strategy for major TARs & shutdowns, including advance planning with Client.
• Prepare ITPs, weld maps, PMI checks, progressive QA documentation.
• Ensure critical inspections for high-risk equipment (vessels, rotating, cracking units) are tracked in CMMS.
• Verify spare part QA compliance through inspection & certification at receipt.

E. Client & Stakeholder Interface

• Act as primary QA/QC focal point with Client Maintenance, Operations & Engineering departments.
• Attend weekly quality meetings, present KPIs & improvement opportunities.
• Manage quality deviations, technical queries & client observations.
• Lead evidence-based continuous improvement projects & lessons learned reviews.

Qualifications & Experience

Requirement

Details

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Experience

Minimum 12 years in Oil & Gas / Petrochemical Quality Control

QA Certifications

NACE Level 2 (required)

API / ASME / Welding certification preferred

RCA Skills

Strong knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Petrochemical Exposure

Experience in crackers, polyethylene, aromatics or chemical process units

Systems

Proficient in CMMS, digital QA trackers & ISO compliance

Personal Attributes

• Proactive & well-organised with strong analytical skills
• Strategic thinker, open to new ideas and technologies
• Ability to work under pressure and solve problems logically
• Excellent communication skills & multicultural leadership capability

Key Success Indicators (KPIs)

KPI Category

Measurement

NCR Closeout

% NCRs closed within defined time limits

Audit Performance

Number of major/minor observations from Client

TAR/QC Readiness

Quality documentation issued before shutdown

Competency Compliance

% trade personnel certified / QC approved

RCA Implementation

% of RCA reports with action closure

Quality Cost Reduction

Reduction in rework / scrap value

Future Development Scope (2026-2030)

• Implement digital inspection workflows using CMMS / tablets
• Introduce AI-driven predictive quality analytics with Client
• Develop Petrochemical-specific QC standards for Plant units
• Mentor & nationalize QC team in line with IKTVA & Saudi Labour mandates
• Establish central Quality Hub for continuous improvement & lessons learned

To apply, please submit your CV in English through the system, containing as a minimum your contact details, education level, relevant experience and earliest possible start date.

Any applicant must be aware that the selection of candidates is at the sole discretion of the employer. Applicants will not receive any communication unless they are selected for an interview. Only applicants that have responded to vacancies through the online form will be considered.

Bilfinger Alarabia Company Ltd.

Operations

Permanent

Professional

Bilfinger Operations