Quality Assurance Manager

About the Role

Matar Holding Company is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead the Quality function for its Process Equipment Division (PED) in Dammam, Eastern Region. This full-time role requires strong hands-on experience in pressure vessel and shell & tube heat exchanger fabrication, with a proven background in Oil & Gas and petrochemical manufacturing. The successful candidate will ensure that all engineering, fabrication, welding, inspection, testing, and final documentation activities comply with applicable ASME, API, ISO 9001, and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the QA/QC function for the PED manufacturing and fabrication facility.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Ensure compliance with ASME Section VIII Division 1 & 2, ASME Section IX, ASME Section II, API, and applicable TEMA requirements.
• Oversee quality activities for pressure vessels, shell & tube heat exchangers, and other static/process equipment.
• Review and approve Quality Plans, ITPs, QCPs, inspection procedures, WPS/PQR/WPQ, and quality documentation.
• Ensure quality control from raw material receiving through fabrication, fit-up, welding, NDT, PWHT, hydrotesting, final inspection, and dispatch.
• Ensure compliance of welding and fabrication activities with approved procedures and applicable codes.
• Coordinate with ASME Authorized Inspectors, third-party inspection agencies, clients, and EPC contractors.
• Manage NCRs, corrective actions, root-cause analysis, and preventive actions.
• Conduct internal, external, and customer audits and ensure timely closure of findings.
• Review MTCs, NDT reports, welding records, inspection reports, and final manufacturing/quality dossiers.
• Establish and monitor quality KPIs, identify recurring quality issues, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead and develop the QA/QC team, including QA/QC Engineers, Inspectors, and NDT personnel.
• Support management in maintaining and improving the company's quality standards and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in Quality Assurance.
• Strong hands-on experience in pressure vessel and shell & tube heat exchanger fabrication.
• Proven background in Oil & Gas and petrochemical manufacturing.
• In-depth knowledge of ASME Section VIII Division 1 & 2, ASME Section IX, ASME Section II, API, and TEMA requirements.
• Experience with ISO 9001 Quality Management System development and implementation.

Work Environment

This role is based in Dammam, Eastern Region, and involves working within the Process Equipment Division (PED) manufacturing and fabrication facility. The position requires collaboration with various internal teams, external inspection agencies, clients, and EPC contractors.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the qualifications are encouraged to apply for this full-time position. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.