Quality Assurance: Mechanical - Matla Power Station

PURPOSE OF ROLE

• To ensure all work performed by Lesedi or subcontractors conform to our customer`s relevant codes, standards, and safety requirements. Deliverables in terms of client requirements. 

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Set up a site inspection/audit programme, for site activities for subcontractors.
• Ensure that subcontractor documentation is fully compliant with the specification requirements.
• Monitor CA/PA in all areas to ensure a culture of CI is maintained.
• Monitor and control the inputs of subcontractors in the areas such as welding, ensure that repair registers are up to date and accurate.
• Review and input to subcontractor`s documentation by inserting hold and witness points, monitor and control incoming goods for compliance to requirements.
• Review submitted documentation for accuracy to the standard for compliance to the client`s requirements.
• Ensure non-compliant suppliers are dealt with timeously.
• Review codes and standards and apply them across site activities.
• Carry out training of younger staff to improve experience levels.
• Maintain by audit and limit the risk of poor suppliers getting onto site.
• Ensure that points are not bypassed, and that all inputs to QCP are reviewed and adequate and approved.
• Detailed review of the contents of the QADP for acceptance.
• Proactive approach to obtain information regarding activity status in order to update project plans
• Inform project team members, clients and contractors of project status.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Quality Control background with an ability to reach a minimum of N5.
• SAIW level 2 inspector certificate with 5 years` experience.
• Level 1 inspection / corrosion protection would be advantageous.
• Auditor/Lead auditor 9001.
• 5 years` related experience in QA/Welding environment.
• Knowledge of Codes, Standards and Welding Processes.
• Conventional Power Plant operation a plus.
• Experience in managing subcontractors and teams.
• Must be familiar with establishing of weld procedures.
• Must be familiar with NDT processes.
• NDT Level 1&2 would be advantageous.

COMPETENCIES

• General Knowledge of ISO 9001 – 2015.
• General Knowledge of ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001/ ISO45001.
• Understanding of quality, environmental and safety management systems.
• Knowledge of quality concepts, regulatory and safety governances.
• Must be able to read Isometrics and P&ID Drawings.
• Must be able to write QCPs & QM Plans.
• Good communication skills.
• Reject components with poor or defective workmanship.
• Liaise with 3rd Party inspection authority on NDT and visual inspection activities.
• Write and Qualify Welding Procedures.
• Qualify Welders and Compile Welder Performance Qualification Records (WPQR`s).
• Computer Literate (Outlook, Excel, Word & Power Point).
• Be able to communicate clearly.
• Be technically competent.