Lead QA/QC Engineer - E&I [Offshore Project] at Ghobash Group

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Management System, ISO 9001:2015, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, NCR Management, Audits, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning, Team Leadership, Communication, Problem Solving, Continuous Improvement, Vendor Management, EPC Projects

Industry

Investment Management

Description

Company Description Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC is a proud member of the Ghobash Group. For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services. Job Description Role Purpose: To lead, manage, and implement the Quality Management System (QMS) for the Offshore project, ensuring full compliance with ADNOC standards, ISO 9001:2015 requirements, contractual obligations, and project specifications. The Lead QA/QC Engineer is responsible for overseeing all quality-related activities across engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning phases, ensuring consistent quality performance throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: QA/QC Planning & QMS Implementation Hold overall responsibility and accountability for all QA/QC activities on the project Establish, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Plan (PQP), procedures, work instructions, and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) Ensure effective implementation of QMS in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and ADNOC Offshore requirements Define and monitor project quality KPIs and performance metrics Promote continuous improvement and integration of lessons learned across project phases Quality Assurance & Control Execution Ensure contractual quality requirements are fully implemented throughout the project lifecycle Conduct quality audits, surveillance, and compliance inspections at all project locations (onshore, offshore, yards, vendors) Lead management of NCRs including root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, and closure verification Ensure timely reporting of quality performance, trends, and risks to Project Management and ADNOC Offshore Quality Representative Maintain comprehensive quality documentation, registers, and records Interface with ADNOC Offshore & Stakeholders Act as the primary focal point for all quality-related communication with ADNOC Offshore Coordinate closely with Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, HSE, and Project Management teams Attend quality review meetings, audits, and management review sessions with ADNOC Offshore Ensure timely submission of quality reports, dashboards, and documentation Contractor & Subcontractor Quality Management Review and approve contractor and subcontractor quality documents, PQPs, ITPs, and procedures Ensure subcontractor QA/QC teams meet competency and certification requirements Monitor vendor and subcontractor compliance with approved quality plans and inspection requirements Conduct vendor inspections, audits, and surveillance activities Team Leadership & Management Provide leadership, direction, and technical guidance to the QA/QC team Manage QA/QC personnel across offshore platforms, fabrication yards, manufacturing facilities, and site installations Ensure effective coordination between multi-discipline QA/QC teams Support training, mentoring, and development of QA/QC personnel Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent Certified ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor ADNOC Offshore approval (preferred) CSWIP 3.1 / AWS Certified Welding Inspector BGAS Grade 2 Painting Inspector Additional Information Experience Minimum 15–20 years of EPC project experience in Oil & Gas (Onshore & Offshore) Minimum 5 years ADNOC Offshore experience (Preferred) Strong exposure to offshore brownfield projects and live facilities Proven experience managing QA/QC activities across EPC project phases Skills & Competencies Strong expertise in QMS implementation, audits, NCR management, and documentation In-depth knowledge of ADNOC Offshore standards, specifications, and EPC processes Excellent coordination and communication skills with ADNOC, vendors, OEMs, and subcontractors Ability to lead and manage multi-discipline QA/QC teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Personal Attributes Proactive and accountable Detail-oriented with strong execution focus Able to work under pressure and tight project schedules Strong ownership and leadership mindset Willing to travel and work offshore as required Key Deliverables Project Quality Plan (PQP) and compliance records Approved ITPs and quality procedures Audit and surveillance reports NCR register and closure reports Quality KPI dashboards and performance reports ADNOC Offshore quality submissions and management review inputs Department: Services

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Quality Management System for the Offshore project, ensuring compliance with ADNOC standards and ISO requirements. Oversee quality-related activities across all project phases, including engineering, procurement, and construction.