Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Job Purpose
The Senior QA/QC Engineer is responsible for ensuring that all steel fabrication, coating, and site activities are executed in compliance with approved specifications, international standards, and client requirements. The role ensures delivery of high-quality work through strict implementation of QA/QC systems, inspection processes, and continuous monitoring of project execution.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Management & Compliance
Oversee quality control across all phases of steel fabrication, structural works, and coating activities.
Ensure full compliance with project specifications, ITPs, method statements, and approved drawings.
Implement and monitor QA/QC plans aligned with ISO 9001 and international standards.
Ensure only latest revisions of drawings and documents are used; remove obsolete versions from site.
Inspection & Testing
Prepare and manage Work Inspection Requests (WIRs) and coordinate with consultants for approvals.
Ensure inspections are completed prior to submission to achieve high first-time approval rates.
Monitor and verify all testing activities, reports, and calibration records.
Maintain complete QA/QC documentation including NCRs, test reports, and inspection logs.
Steel & Material Quality Control
Inspect incoming steel materials and verify mill certificates and compliance.
Ensure traceability and documentation of all structural steel components.
Monitor fabrication processes including welding, cutting, and assembly.
Coating & Painting Inspection
Supervise surface preparation activities such as abrasive blasting and cleaning.
Conduct coating inspections using tools such as:
DFT gauges, WFT gauges
Hygrometers, dew point meters
Surface profile gauges
Holiday detectors & adhesion testers
Bresle kits (soluble salts testing)
Ensure compliance with project-specific coating systems and standards (ISO, SSPC, NACE, ASTM).
Review painting procedures, ITPs, MSDS, and inspection reports.
Site Quality Control
Monitor workmanship on site and ensure compliance with approved procedures.
Conduct toolbox talks and quality briefings for site teams.
Track WIRs, NCRs, and corrective actions and report status to management.
Ensure proper inspection of materials before installation/use.
Concrete & Structural Activities (if applicable)
Monitor concrete works including slump tests, temperature checks, and sampling.
Maintain daily pour records and ensure compliance with approved mix designs.
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain accurate QA/QC records and prepare monthly quality reports.
Ensure all inspection and test records are readily available for audits.
Manage NCRs and ensure timely closure with corrective/preventive actions.
Project Closeout
Qualifications & Certifications
Desired Candidate Profile
Experience
Minimum 8–10 years of QA/QC experience in:
GCC experience (preferred)
Experience in major projects (Oil & Gas / Infrastructure / Heavy Steel)
Technical Skills
Core Competencies
Accountability & Ownership
Attention to Detail
Team Collaboration
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Resilience & Adaptability
Quality & Continuous Improvement Mindset
Language Requirements
Additional Notes
This role requires a proactive professional capable of handling end-to-end QA/QC functions across fabrication yard and site activities, with a strong focus on coating quality and compliance.