Job Description
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
Qualifications
What You’ll Bring
Education & Certifications:
• Degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Welding Engineering (or equivalent)
• ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor certification
• CSWIP 3.1/3.2 or AWS-CWI, and NDT Level II/III (preferred)
Experience & Expertise:
• Proven experience in QA/QC leadership within fabrication environments
• Strong familiarity with offshore structures, pressure vessels, piping, and modular fabrication
• Deep understanding of fabrication codes and standards (ASME, API, AWS, DNV, ISO)
• Experience working with major EPC or oil & gas clients
Additional Information
Equal Opportunity: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. To ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, we commit to a fair and unbiased recruitment process at every stage. This includes ensuring hiring managers are aware of legislation, providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, and actively seeking to eliminate any form of discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a recruitment environment where every candidate feels valued and has an equal chance to succeed.
If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at people.skills@harland-wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.
If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at people.skills@harland-wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.