Reliability Manager or Head of QA/QC

About KBR Saudi Arabia and the Role

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) delivers comprehensive solutions across the entire asset lifecycle, encompassing licensed process technologies, advisory services, technical expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design capabilities, and smart solutions for optimizing assets. KBR Saudi Arabia is seeking a Head of QA/QC to join its team in Al Jubail. This is a full-time position critical to ensuring the highest standards of quality and reliability in plant maintenance operations.

The Head of QA/QC Function

The primary purpose of this role is to facilitate, monitor, and control plant maintenance activities, quality assurance procedures, and policies. The Head of QA/QC will be instrumental in developing and implementing robust quality management systems, ensuring all maintenance processes adhere to specified quality and HSEQ standards, and driving continuous improvement across operations.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop QA plans and process control procedures to ensure maintenance processes meet company quality and HSEQ standards.
• Maintain the Corrective Action program and other established quality systems.
• Develop and implement the overall Quality Management System.
• Coordinate and participate in internal audits alongside Company Quality personnel.
• Conduct Quality Assurance investigations for deviations, out-of-specifications, and other incidents.
• Review maintenance processes to ensure compliance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures and work instructions.
• Liaise with other departments on all Quality Assurance-related matters.
• Perform additional Quality Assurance functions as required.
• Support contractor staff in achieving compliance and continuous improvement objectives.
• Ensure all QA department personnel receive adequate training for effective job performance.
• Manage the QA departmental budget and administrative functions to support efficient and cost-effective maintenance operations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or an equivalent field.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in a Quality Controller position.
• Holding a NACE Level 2 certification.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong technical understanding of Quality Control and Assurance principles.
• Proficient knowledge in Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Well-organized and proactive with excellent communication skills.
• Proven leadership skills, particularly within large organizations.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and openness to new ideas.
• Ability to achieve business results effectively within a multi-cultural environment.

Work Setting

This role is based in Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia, and requires working within a dynamic, multi-cultural team environment. The successful candidate will contribute to KBR's commitment to operational excellence and sustainable technology solutions.