Head Of Quality Assurance

We are seeking an experienced Head of Quality (Assurance) to lead and manage quality assurance activities across major oil & gas projects from conceptual design through commissioning and handover to Operations. Key Responsibilities Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Project Quality Management System (QMS). Oversee quality performance across PMTs, contractors, vendors, subcontractors and third-party inspectors. Ensure quality requirements are incorporated into contracts, tenders and purchase orders. Manage project quality plans, surveillance programs, audits and non-conformance processes. Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, industry codes and standards. Drive continuous improvement using KPIs, statistical analysis and quality improvement methodologies. Coordinate with Start-up and Operations to ensure effective project handover and system completion. Coach and develop project teams and quality personnel. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science. Qualification in Quality Improvement Processes and Quality Auditor Training/Certification. Minimum 10 years of quality experience in the Oil & Gas industry, including supervisory or oversight experience. Strong knowledge of QMS, ISO 9001, ISO 29001, ISO 17025, ASME, API and other relevant standards. Experience with large-scale operating organizations, projects, contractors and vendors. Strong leadership, analytical and stakeholder management skills. Fluency in written and spoken English. People are our business worldwide Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.