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Head Of QAQC & Operational Excellence Location: Head Office, Pune Reporting To: HeadProjects Role Overview We are seeking an accomplished Head of QAQC & Operational Excellence to establish, lead and continuously elevate our Quality function across system quality, supply quality and field quality for utility ? scale renewable energy projects Located in our Pune head office, you will architect and institutionalize a world ? class QA & QC department defining policies, processes and metrics and ensure EPC partners deliver defect ? free, compliant, high ? performance assets Your zero ? compromise mindset for quality, coupled with deep expertise in quality management systems and operational excellence frameworks, will be critical to our ambition of setting new benchmarks in Indias clean ? energy sector, Key Responsibilities Department Setup & Governance Organizational Design: Define the QA & QC department structure, roles & responsibilities, reporting lines and resourcing plan aligned to project pipeline, Quality Framework: Develop and deploy an Integrated Management System (IMS) encompassing ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and industry ? specific standards, Policies & Procedures: Author and maintain Quality Manual, Project Quality Plans (MQAP), Field Quality Plans (FQAP), Inspection & Test Plans (ITP), work instructions, checklists and method statements, Governance Cadence: Establish management review forums, steering committees and KPIs for continuous oversight and strategic alignment, System Quality Management IMS Leadership: Drive certification and continual improvement across QMS, EMS and OHSMS; lead internal, external and third-party audits, and close gap findings, MIS & Reporting: Implement a digital Quality Management Information System to track non-conformances, corrective actions, COPQ (Cost of Poor Quality), supplier performance and KPI dashboards for executive review, Risk Management: Facilitate process ? based risk assessments (FMEA, HAZOP), incorporating quality risk controls into project lifecycle and change ? management processes, Supply Quality Assurance Vendor Qualification: Define criteria for A/B/C ? class components (PV modules, inverters, transformers, trackers, balance ? of ? system) and manage vendor audits, capability assessments and approval matrices, Inspection Strategy: Develop an optimal mix of in-house and third-party inspections (FAT, pre-dispatch checks, MDCC) to ensure zero ? defect deliveries, Supplier Development: Partner with procurement and engineering to drive cost-effective quality improvements, PPAP/APQP rollouts, and vendor corrective ? action closure, Field Quality Control Site Quality Oversight: Deploy FQAP, method statements and inspection checkpoints for civil, mechanical, electrical and SCADA works; enforce work ? permit compliance and safety interfaces, Non-Conformance Management: Oversee NCR logging, root-cause analyses (8D/PDCA), corrective/preventive actions and lessons-learned integration into process revisions, Commissioning Readiness: Collaborate with project teams to validate critical-to-quality points, ensure completion of pre-commissioning checks and support handover to O&M, Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement Lean Six Sigma Deployment: Lead Black Belt/Green Belt initiatives targeting COPQ reduction, productivity gains and process cycle ? time compression across projects, Business Excellence Frameworks: Establish strategic priorities (SP/SI), and functional initiatives (FP/FI), ensuring cascading through KRAs for individual performance alignment, Benchmarking & Analytics: Institute KPI benchmarking (yield, uptime, waste, rework), conduct time-motion studies and apply SPC to monitor process capability, Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the quality evangelist with Engineering, Procurement, Construction and O&M teams to embed quality ? by ? design principles, External Interface: Represent the company in regulatory, lender and insurer quality audits; liaise with TPAs, certification bodies and industry forums to influence best practices, Team Development: Recruit, mentor and upskill a high-performing QA & QC team; drive a culture of ownership, innovation and zero ? tolerance for substandard work, Qualifications & Experience Education: Bachelors or Masters in Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering or equivalent; advanced certification in Quality (Six Sigma Master Black Belt, ASNT Level II, Lead Auditor IMS) is highly preferred, Experience: 15+ years in QA & QC and Operational Excellence roles within large-scale renewable energy or power ? generation projects (solar PV, wind, BESS, green hydrogen), Proven track record establishing quality functions and processes de novo, managing end-to-end system, supply and field quality across multiple EPC contractors, Hands-on expertise in ISO 9001/14001/45001, APQP/PPAP, ITP/FAT protocols, NCR management, COPQ frameworks and Lean ? Six Sigma deployments, Technical Skills: Proficiency with QMS software, ERP modules, Microsoft Project/Primavera and BI tools (Power BI preferred), Strong command of industry standards (IEC, IS, ASME, NACE, SSPC) and statutory compliance mandates, Core Competencies Strategic Vision & Execution: Ability to translate executive quality objectives into robust processes and measurable outcomes, Analytical Rigor: Data-driven decision maker with exceptional problem-solving and statistical analysis skills, Influence & Communication: Persuasive leader, adept at stakeholder management?from shop-floor teams to board-level presentations, Safety & Integrity: Unwavering commitment to HSE excellence and ethical practices; fosters a culture of accountability, Change Leadership: Skilled in driving organizational transformation, overcoming resistance and institutionalizing continuous improvement, Business Unit: GBU Renewables Division: REN AMEA India Legal Entity: ENGIE Energy India Private Limited Professional Experience: Senior (experience >15 years) Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Show
