Senior Quality Advisor

-; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company is seeking a Senior Quality Advisor in Al Khobar, responsible for overseeing quality control across onshore and offshore operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 years of experience in Oil & Gas project quality management, along with strong analytical and communication skills. This role focuses on developing quality management plans, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with project quality requirements. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Diverse team environment

Professional development

Fair employment practices

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in QC management for Oil & Gas projects.
• Accredited Quality auditor training for ISO 9001.
• Supervisory experience in EPC projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Project Quality Management Plans.
• Lead Quality and Inspection teams for project lifecycle.
• Manage Non‑Conformance Reports and supplier performance issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Creative problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or Quality Management

Tools

ISO 9001

API standards

Inspection Plans

Job description

What will you be doing?

Subsea 7 is looking for a talented Senior Quality Advisor responsible for providing expert guidance and oversight in the effective management of quality control activities across onshore and offshore operations. This role supports the delivery of quality management and continuous improvement initiatives across projects and functions within the designated area of responsibility.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction and installation activities, including welding, coating, piping, pipeline, E&I, structural and spool fabrication, offshore pipeline installation, jacket & topside installation, flexible, cable and umbilical installation, hook‑up and commissioning (HUC), and pre‑commissioning activities.

The candidate must possess the necessary qualifications and/or experience to work with major clients such as Saudi Aramco, Qatar Energy, ADNOC and similar organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, approve, and implement Project Quality Management Plans and Audit Plans in accordance with contractual, regulatory, and internal requirements, in collaboration with the project management team and ME Project Quality Stream Manager.
• Ensure all project personnel are aware of quality requirements; conduct inductions and organize training sessions as needed.
• Establish and implement project‑specific QC procedures, administration processes and Inspection & Test Plans as outlined in the Project Quality Assurance Plan.
• Lead Quality, Inspection and Project teams to ensure consistent application of quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs) and supplier/subcontractor performance issues, ensuring timely resolution and documentation.
• Oversee the management of improvement suggestions and customer complaints, ensuring appropriate follow‑up and closure.
• Support the Predictable Performance process by ensuring robust corrective and preventive actions are applied to internal quality failures and supplier issues.
• Promote quality incident reporting and lead investigations, including root cause analysis and resolution.
• Ensure compliance with the agreed format for compiling the Master Document Register, including both paper and electronic records (As‑Built documentation).
• Monitor and audit project quality activities to verify effective implementation of the QMS.
• Evaluate subcontractors and vendors to ensure they meet project quality requirements.
• Ensure quality requirements are clearly defined in Invitations to Bid, Purchase Orders and Scopes of Work (SOW).
• Post‑award, review subcontractor Quality Management Plans to ensure alignment with client and Subsea 7 expectations; initiate audits as necessary.
• Coordinate with clients on construction and installation activities, including onshore and offshore pipeline, jacket, and topside installations.
• Manage QC inspectors and third‑party inspectors (TPIs) for inspection activities at onshore and offshore sites.
• Appraise product quality in accordance with specifications, procedures, drawings and quality plans.
• Review construction and installation data books upon work completion.
• Identify non‑quality trends and advise the Project Quality Manager on resolution strategies.
• Establish and implement effective corrective and preventive action plans to address deficiencies and prevent recurrence.
• Verify the closeout of punch list items at both onshore and offshore locations.
• Conduct project quality surveillance, monitor system and process effectiveness and ensure customer feedback is used to drive continuous improvement.

Professional Qualifications & Experience

• A diploma, degree or qualification in Engineering or Quality Management with a minimum of 12 years overall of direct work experience as a QC Manager of Oil & Gas projects construction & pre‑commissioning quality.
• Internationally accredited (e.g. IRCA or ASQ) Quality auditor training course and examination for ISO 9001 latest version.
• CSWIP 3.1 / 3.2
• ASNT NDT Level III or II in RT, UT, PT, VT & MT.
• NACE qualification as per applicable discipline if any.
• Supervisory experience of projects related to EPC Oil and Gas production, petrochemical projects.
• Documented auditing experience as Lead Auditor.
• Capable of managing a minimum of 10 Quality personnel.
• Understanding of welding, NDT, coating and Electrical & Instrumentation.
• Detailed knowledge and experience of Quality Control Principles and associated deliverable development and review (Inspection Plans, Surveillance Plans, NCR management, sub‑contractor/vendor deliverable document review).
• Knowledge and interpretation of industry codes e.g. AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, Section V, API 1104 and API 5L, API Q1 & Q2, ASNT/ISO 9715, ISO 17025 API 6A, 16A, 16C, 17B, 17D, ISO 13628‑8, ANSI etc.

Personal Skills

• Strong analytical skills.
• Creative problem solving – able to suggest and develop new methods and ways of working.
• Sound communication skills – able to communicate ideas and results to various stakeholders both in written reports and in meetings, presentations etc.
• The ability to work in a team as well as individually with a minimum of supervision.
• The ability to organise and prioritise work.
• Understanding of clients' needs and ability to suggest and apply solutions.

An environment where you can thrive

We recognise that having a diverse team makes us a better, smarter team. Diversity is something we value and regard as key to our success.

We encourage new ways of thinking and celebrate our wide range of skills that help us continually challenge the status quo and inspire innovation. An inclusive and diverse environment fosters creativity, improves decision‑making and introduces new ways of thinking.

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Subsea 7 and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Fair employment practices, fair treatment for all individuals and equal opportunity on the basis of merit are the foundation of how we work and develop together.

What happens next?

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