Participate in supplier audits and surveillance activities.
Monitor supplier performance, including manufacturing and fabrication progress.
Maintain strong working relationships with contractors, vendors, and client representatives.
Inspection & Testing Coordination
Supervise vendor source inspections (with approved vendor inspectors), including in-process and final inspections.
Coordinate inspection and testing activities, including COMPANY witnessing requirements.
Liaise with approved third-party inspection (TPI) agencies for inspections and final release.
Monitor and coordinate TPI agencies at vendor manufacturing and fabrication sites.
Plan, assign, and obtain client approval for qualified personnel carrying out inspections.
Ensure surveillance inspections are consistently performed and documented in line with the PQP.
Pre-Inspection & Inspection Activities
Prepare and supervise Inspection Assignment Packages (Level 1 and above) for submission to the client.
Coordinate and attend pre-inspection meetings (Level 2 and above).
Establish and issue agendas for pre-inspection meetings.
Finalise vendor inspection schedules and ensure adherence.
Clarify inspection requirements with vendors and confirm inspection planning.
Documentation & Reporting
Prepare and submit Inspection Disposition Reports (IDRs) to the client.
Prepare Final Inspection Disposition Reports.
Maintain accurate records of inspections, surveillance activities, and reports.
Ensure timely submission of all documentation to the client
Review inspection level lists for all MRs in line with project and client requirements.
Non-Conformance & Issue Resolution
Raise and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
Monitor and report non-conformances identified during procurement and inspections.
Coordinate with discipline engineers to resolve technical discrepancies.
Liaise with client/owner representatives on procurement quality issues.
Planning & Coordination
Coordinate procurement schedules, including two-week lookahead plans and weekly reporting.
Ensure submission of 5-day inspection notifications in line with client requirements.
Coordinate internal and external audits, including vendors, suppliers, and manufacturers.
Work closely with Project Management and Quality teams on audit and compliance activities.
General Duties
Monitor fabrication of equipment, structural steel, precast, pre-engineered materials, and international supply items as
required.
Maintain coordination with vendor inspection departments.
Attend procurement and inspection meetings.
Carry out any additional ad hoc duties as required
In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.
Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience
Engineering Degree holder with proven experience on procurement QC
Supplier Quality Management certification (preferred)
Lead Auditor ISO 9001 certification from a recognized organization
Knowledge of and experience in quality management methodology
Knowledge of relevant standards and regulations, such as SAMSS and SAEPs, as per Saudi Aramco requirements
Aramco EPC Project Experience and Approvals
Communication
Excellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication and skills.
Behaviour/ Core Competencies
Excellent Quality KPIs and Analysis Skills
Certified ISO – QMS, RCA Investigation
Lead Auditor, RCAs, Quality data analysis
knowledge of Saudi Aramco standards, procedures, processes for EPC Projects
HSSEQ
The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country.
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