We're seeking a skilled Quality Manager to provide maternity cover within our fabrication yard operations. This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll oversee the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring all fabrication, welding, coating, assembly, and testing activities meet the highest standards of compliance and performance. You'll lead a dedicated QA/QC team and drive continuous improvement across all disciplines. What You'll Be Doing Quality Management System
* Maintain and enhance the QMS in line with ISO 9001 and project-specific quality plans
* Ensure documentation control and process adherence across fabrication activities
* Lead internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of non-conformances
Fabrication Quality Control
* Oversee inspection and testing (welding, NDT, coatings, fit-up, hydrotesting)
* Approve and maintain ITPs, Method Statements, and QC procedures
* Ensure compliance with ASME, AWS, API, and other relevant standards
Team Leadership
* Supervise and mentor QA/QC engineers, inspectors, and document controllers
* Allocate inspection resources and monitor performance
* Foster a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous learning
Vendor & Subcontractor Oversight
* Evaluate and approve vendors/subcontractors based on quality capability
* Conduct audits and surveillance visits to ensure contractual compliance
Client & Project Interface
* Act as the primary contact for quality-related matters with clients and third-party inspectors
* Prepare and present quality performance reports to stakeholders
Continuous Improvement
* Analyse non-conformance trends and implement corrective/preventive actions
* Promote Lean and Six Sigma principles to enhance efficiency and product qualit