Introduction

What are you going to do 

  • Quality Management & Compliance
    • Oversee QMS: Develop, implement, and maintain the project-specific Quality Plan, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and Quality Procedures aligned with ISO 9001 standards.
    • Audit & Assessment: Plan and conduct internal and external quality audits on contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure strict compliance with mechanical standards.
    • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all mechanical works strictly adhere to international codes (ASME Section VIII/IX, B31.3, API 510/570/650, AWS D1.1).
  • Inspection & Engineering Control
    • Technical Review: Review and approve Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ).
    • NDT & Inspection Coordination: Manage Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) programs (RT, UT, MT, PT, PAUT) and coordinate with third-party testing agencies and KNPC inspection teams.
    • Defect & Failure Analysis: Lead investigations into mechanical quality failures or non-conformances (NCRs); implement robust root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
  • Leadership & Stakeholder Coordination
    • Team Management: Supervise, mentor, and evaluate a team of mechanical QC Engineers and Inspectors, ensuring optimal resource deployment across refinery units.
    • Client Interface: Act as the primary focal point for all quality-related matters between the Contractor, Project Management Consultant (PMC), and representatives.
    • Material Approval: Oversee the inspection and receiving of bulk mechanical materials, piping components, static/rotating equipment, and valves, verifying Material Test Reports (MTRs).

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Bachelor's Degree (Graduate Engineer) in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized and accredited university.
  • Total Experience: Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience within the Oil, Gas, and Refinery industry.
  • Specific Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a similar QC Managerial or Lead capacity managing large-scale refinery projects or maintenance contracts.
  • Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of static equipment (pressure vessels, heat exchangers, storage tanks) and piping systems within high-pressure, high-temperature refinery environments.
  • Standards Familiarity: Prior experience with standard drawings, engineering specifications, and Shell DEP standards is highly advantageous.
  • Soft Skills: Exceptional leadership abilities, strong negotiation skills, and clear technical reporting capabilities in English.

What we offer

  • Salary:
    • Day Rate in KWD (All inclusive)
  • Work Schedule:
    • 10 Hours / 6 Days
  • Duration:
    • 1 year, with possible extension
  • Location:
    • Kuwait

Closing: 09 December 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: CR-308128

BCP

Corporate recruiter

Bea Cristina Pineda

Contact

 

Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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