QA/QC - Lead

Job Description

Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering Minimum 18 years of total experience, with at least 12 years in Quality Assurance/Quality Control, specifically in large-scale industrial desalination, water treatment, or Water infrastructure EPC projects. Must hold Lead Auditor Certification in ISO 9001:2015 Desirable Qualifications: ASNT Level II / Level III in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) CSWIP / AWS-CWI Welding Inspector Certification Certification in Water Quality Management, Desalination Technology, or Reverse Osmosis Processes Additional Qualifications: Six Sigma Certification Certified in 5S, Kaizen, EFQM, or equivalent Quality Excellence Programs Job Description: Develop, implement, and continuously improve a comprehensive QMS aligned with ISO 9001:2015 Prepare and approve quality documentation such as Project Quality Plan, Inspection and Test Plans, Method Statements, Material submittal logs, in alignment with client specifications, international codes, and industry best practices. Provide strategic oversight to QA/QC teams across multiple projects, ensuring timely inspections, audits, compliance, and close-out of Non-Conformances (NCRs). Interface with internal customers engineering, procurement, and construction teams to integrate quality requirements early in the project lifecycle. Establish and maintain vendor and subcontractor quality control systems for fabrication, assembly, and erection of water treatment equipment, pipelines, mechanical systems, and civil structural elements. Lead regular Quality Review Meetings with clients, contractors, and third-party inspection agencies to monitor KPIs, resolve quality issues, and ensure proactive control. Review and approve test reports, calibration records, and material traceability documentation for desalination components (RO membranes, pumps, pressure vessels, etc.). Conduct Internal & External Quality Audits and provide strategic recommendations to align with evolving regulatory and compliance requirements. Ensure project-wide quality training, toolbox talks, and motivational programs for all levels of staff to maintain a quality-focused culture. Maintain accurate records of inspection reports, audits, and quality documentation to support project handover and warranty phases. Serve as a technical mentor to QA/QC Engineers and Inspectors, ensuring competency development and alignment with project goals. Act as a client-facing authority on all quality-related matters throughout the project lifecycle, from design review to commissioning. Key Competencies: Proven leadership track record in driving quality systems, compliance, and operational excellence across large EPC projects in water treatment and desalination infrastructure. Excellent documentation, communication, and team leadership skills Thorough knowledge of codes & standards