QA/QC Manager (Welding & Mechanical Works)

Location: Karabatan, Atyrau Region (North Industrial Zone base)
Work Schedule: 6/1
Benefits: Meals and transportation provided

Project Overview

Execution of a project for the fabrication and erection of steel storage tanks for the oil and gas industry in full compliance with international quality standards and Client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Establishing and managing the Project Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) system

• Ensuring compliance with ISO, API, ASME standards and contractual requirements

• Supervision and control of welding activities (WPS, PQR, WPQ)

• Incoming inspection of materials and equipment

• Coordination and control of NDT activities (VT, UT, RT, MT, PT)

• Inspection of steel structure erection and tank geometry control

• Supervision of corrosion protection and coating works

• Preparation and review of ITPs, QCPs, and testing procedures

• Compilation and maintenance of as-built documentation and final QA/QC dossier

• Liaising with Client representatives and third-party inspectors

• Conducting internal quality audits

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Engineering, or a related technical discipline

• Proven experience with welding and mechanical construction documentation

• Experience in electrical and civil works quality control is an advantage

• Minimum 5 years of QA/QC Manager experience, including at least 3 years in the oil & gas sector

• Strong technical knowledge in welding, steel structures, materials, NDT, and coatings

• Practical knowledge of oil & gas industry codes and standards (API, ASME, ISO, etc.)

• Experience implementing and maintaining ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems

• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification

• Fluent English (written and spoken)

• Experience working with international Clients

Preferred Qualifications

• International certifications

• EPC project experience

Core Competencies

• Leadership and QC team management

• Analytical thinking

• Ability to work under tight deadlines

• Audit and inspection skills

• Excellent communication skills