
Lead QC (Shipyard Business)
- On-site
- Batam, Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia
- PaxOcean
Job description
Plan and implement Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) for steelwork activities.
Supervise quality control during fabrication and erection (cutting, fitting, welding, alignment, blasting & painting).
Verify material certificates and ensure compliance with specifications and applicable standards.
Conduct inspection and verification (dimensional check, welding inspection, NDT coordination).
Prepare and manage quality documentation (inspection checklist, NCR, CAR, daily/weekly reports).
Coordinate with Production, Engineering, Planning, Class Surveyor, and Owner representatives regarding quality matters.
Identify non-conformities and ensure corrective and preventive actions are taken effectively.
Lead and guide QC inspectors in performing inspection duties.
Provide training and knowledge sharing for QC team related to inspection procedures and quality standards.
Ensure all QC activities are carried out in compliance with HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) standards and company safety regulations.
Promote a strong safety culture by actively monitoring and reporting unsafe acts/conditions during inspection activities.
Support continuous improvement initiatives in both quality and safety performance.
Act as the main point of contact for internal and external audits, as well as classification society inspections.
Provide progress reports and QC performance updates to the Project Manager and Senior Management
Job requirements
Minimum 7–10 years of experience in Quality Control/Quality Assurance within the shipbuilding or heavy manufacturing industry.
At least 3 years of proven leadership experience in managing a QC team in ship construction or ship repair projects.
Strong knowledge of international standards related to shipyard operations: IACS, IMO, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, and classification society standards (LR, DNV, ABS, BV, etc.).
Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Solid understanding of shipbuilding processes: steel cutting, block assembly, outfitting, painting, and commissioning.
Knowledge of inspection & testing techniques (NDT: UT, RT, MT, PT, VT; as well as pressure tests, alignment checks, and dimensional control).
Skilled in preparing Quality Plans, ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans), WPS (Welding Procedure Specifications), and QA/QC documentation.
Strong ability in root cause analysis and developing Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA).
Familiar with QC instruments and equipment (calibration, certification, handling).
Proficient in MS Office and QC-related systems (advanced Excel, reporting systems, QMS tools).
Strong leadership skills in managing multi-disciplinary QC teams (hull, piping, painting, electrical, machinery).
Ability to coordinate effectively with Production, Planning, HSE, and Project Management departments.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Decisive yet fair in enforcing quality-related decisions.
Able to perform under tight project schedules and high-pressure environments.
High level of integrity and commitment to quality and safety standards
Note :
1. Must be able to work in shipyard environments, including onboard ships, dry docks, and workshops.2. Willing to work overtime, weekends, or shift work as required.
3. Physically capable of climbing, walking, and inspecting vessels in progress.
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