Lead Quality & Vendor Inspection Coordinator

Aibel; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Aibel in Singapore seeks a Lead Quality & Vendor Inspection Coordinator to drive QA/QC across FPSO/EPC projects. You will lead vendor inspection engineers, coordinate third-party inspections, and ensure ITPs and QA documentation meet project requirements.

You should bring 15+ years of quality engineering experience, auditor certifications, and strong knowledge of industry standards. Travel may be required; the role is on-site in Singapore.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of Quality engineer FPSO/EPC project experience regionally.
• Minimum 10 years in Vendor Inspection Coordination & Auditor roles.
• Experience in Risk Coordinator position is preferred.
• DNV Class FPSO EPC project experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and follow up on Non-conformances and Observations through to closure.
• Conduct Risk sessions and follow up Risk actions.
• Plan, coordinate and carry out internal audits and verifications; support Lead Auditor as required.
• Facilitate Experience Transfer sessions to embed lessons learned across the project.
• Coordinate with fabrication yards and vendors on QA/QC documentation requirements.
• Attend pre-inspection meetings, conduct surveillance visits, witness tests and verify timely production of inspection reports.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Vendor Inspection

Risk Coordination

Auditing

Project Management

Communication

MS Office

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Engineering

Certified Lead Auditor

CSWIP Welding/NDE Inspection Certification

NACE Coating Inspection Certification

Basic EIT inspection certification

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Lead Quality & Vendor Inspection Coordinator

With Aibel you have a chance to develop your career through a range of projects in renewables and oil and gas. We call ourselves Engineering Pioneers. Whatever our job is, we approach it with creativity, curiosity and a drive to find new and better solutions. First we imagine the future. Then we build it.

Job responsibilities:

Quality, Risk and Improvements

• Coordinate and follow up on Non-conformances & Observations through to closure
• Conduct Risk session and follow up Risk actions.
• Plan, coordinate and carry out internal audits and verifications; support the Lead Auditor as required.
• Facilitate Experience Transfer sessions to embed lessons learned across the project.
• Coordinating and following up on improvement initiatives and incentive schemes to promote QRM matters in the project.
• Prepare weekly and monthly Quality reports for Projects and Construction.
• Participate in project meetings as directed by the Project Quality Manager.
• Acting as the contact for the client and authorities on QRM-related matters.

Vendor Pre-qualification and Criticality Assessment

• Coordinate and perform Vendor Pre-qualification (TQSR) activities, including document review and on-site audits where required.
• Establish and maintain Criticality Ratings for all procurement packages.
• Ensure detailed Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) are developed for all subcontracts and purchase orders, incorporating project intervention points based on criticality levels.

Vendor Inspection and Oversight

• Lead and manage Vendor Inspection Engineers assigned for Various packages and activities.
• Manage, supervise and monitor vendor inspection activities executed through Third-Party Inspection (TPI) service contracts as TPI Coordinator.
• Coordinate with fabrication yards and vendors on all QA/QC documentation requirements.
• Develop vendor package follow-up plan based on ITP & Coordinate inspection activities with client, Construction, completion & operations representatives.
• Attend pre-inspection meetings, conduct surveillance visits, witness tests and verify timely production of inspection reports in line with ITP requirements.
• Review vendor quality and final documentation; resolve client comments in coordination with vendors.
• Report progress and escalate potential problem areas to Package Responsible Engineers, Site Quality Coordinators and the Project Quality Manager.
• Conduct planned and ad hoc audits or reviews of vendor activities as required by the project.
• Identify non-conformances; ensure deviations (including waivers) are formally raised, investigated, correctively actioned, and closed out with documented evidence.

Construction Quality and General

• Collaborate with the Construction & Mechanical Completion discipline to ensure quality activities are executed on schedule and in accordance with approved procedures.
• Assist in preparing work instructions when required.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Work experience requirements:

• Minimum 15 years of experience in Quality engineer FPSO/EPC projects regionally.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Vendor Inspection Coordination & Auditor role.
• Experience in Risk Coordinator position is preferred.
• DNV Class FPSO EPC project experience is preferred.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering or a related discipline.
• Certified Lead or Internal Auditor.
• CSWIP Welding and NDE Inspection Certification.
• NACE Coating Inspection Certification (preferred).
• Basic EIT inspection and certification (Preferred).

Other skills:

• Good knowledge of and experience in developing and reviewing WPSs and PQRs.
• Good knowledge of NDE methods and procedure review.
• Good knowledge of coating systems.
• Good knowledge of EIT inspection and certification requirements.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong working knowledge of oil and gas industry standards: ASME, ANSI, ASTM, API, ISO, NORSOK, CNLOER, and equivalent.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills; able to prepare project reports and present technical issues to design teams and external parties.
• Comfortable working in international, multicultural environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of design, quality, certification and vendor processes on FPSO projects.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, leadership and interpersonal skills
• Willing and able to travel internationally on short notice and perform overtime as required.

We regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified

Other information:
Work location: Singapore
Application deadline: 01 November 2026