Quality Supervisor – Renewable Energy (Fixed-Term Contract)

Oxyon People Solutions; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxyon People Solutions seeks a Quality Supervisor to oversee quality control for utility-scale renewable energy projects. This role involves ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulations while collaborating closely with contractors.

The ideal candidate should have a degree in Engineering or Quality Management, alongside 5+ years of experience in on-site quality control for EPC construction projects, particularly in renewable energy. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential for stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ on-site quality control experience on EPC construction projects.
• Experience managing QA/QC on utility-scale solar, wind, or BESS projects.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary site quality representative, upholding employer quality standards.
• Document all inspections, non-conformities, corrective actions, and audit outcomes.
• Align quality expectations with engineers, contractors, and regulatory entities.

Skills

Quality Management

Construction Oversight

Stakeholder Engagement

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Quality Management

Tools

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certification

Job description

Overview

Location: De Aar, Northern Cape, South Africa

Contract: Fixed-Term | On-Site | Competitive Total Remuneration Package

We are seeking a Quality Supervisor to take full ownership of quality control across the construction site of a utility-scale renewable energy project. This position is critical to ensuring that all engineering and construction activities are delivered in full compliance with regulatory standards, quality specifications, and project requirements.

You’ll serve as the on-site representative for quality matters, working closely with the EPC contractor to oversee the development and execution of the Quality Management System (QMS), while proactively identifying risks and ensuring continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• On-Site Quality Oversight
  • Act as the primary site quality representative, upholding employer quality standards
  • Maintain daily coordination with EPC contractors to ensure QMS and Quality Plans are followed
  • Perform regular inspections and audits across all phases of construction
• Quality Documentation & Reporting
  • Document all inspections, non-conformities, corrective actions, and audit outcomes
  • Prepare and present routine quality performance reports to the project management team
• Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Align quality expectations with engineers, contractors, and regulatory entities
  • Host site quality meetings and workshops to promote a quality-driven culture
• Risk & Compliance Management
  • Identify, report, and mitigate potential quality risks early
  • Ensure all quality issues are resolved promptly and in compliance with contractual requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 5 years’ on-site quality control experience on EPC construction projects, ideally in renewable energy
• Experience managing QA/QC on utility-scale solar, wind, or BESS projects
• Proficiency in interpreting construction drawings, standards, and specifications
• Certification in Quality Management (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor) is an advantage
• Excellent reporting, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and issue-resolution mindset

Ideal Candidate Attributes

You are detail-oriented, driven by excellence, and committed to ensuring the success of world-class renewable energy projects. Your diligence, resilience, and ability to lead quality conversations on-site will be key to your success in this role.