Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst – Hard Services

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Execution Responsibilities:

• Review and approve job pre-planning documentation including scope, SOPs, Method Statements, materials quality, tools, and subcontractor qualifications.
• Confirm the completion for the PTW, audits of risk assessments, safety permits, and training records in coordination with QHSE.
• Issue formal “Ready for Execution” approval ensuring all quality and safety standards are met before work commencement.
• Define and maintain quality standards, procedures, and checklists for all HS operations.
• Confirm availability and suitability of all materials, tools, and equipment required for job execution.
• Assess and confirm that all assigned personnel are qualified, with up-to-date training records meeting competence requirements.
• Confirm on the Sub-contractor performance documentation, calibration certificate and validation for his qualification.

Execution and Post-Execution Responsibilities:

• Perform random and scheduled quality audits of ongoing and completed jobs using standardized checklists.
• Review quality checklists completed by the technical team and subcontractors for accuracy and completeness.
• Analyze defect reports and non-conformance documentation; lead root cause investigations.
• Monitor implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Provide feedback and recommendations for process, training, and standard improvements.
• Prepare and present quality audit reports and performance summaries to management.
• Provide formal “Ready for Execution” approval only after all job readiness criteria are met.
• Audit completed job records, review completed quality checklists, and confirm compliance documentation aligns with standards.
• Analyze defect reports, non-conformance findings, and monitor the effectiveness of corrective actions taken by the technical and operational teams.
• Lead root cause analysis investigations and recommend necessary process improvements to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure complete QA documentation is prepared and archived before work order closure, supporting traceability and future reviews.

Continuous Improvement and Compliance:

• Participate in the development and refinement of quality standards, procedures, and checklists.
• Liaise with cross-functional teams including Technical, QHSE, and Project Management to embed quality culture.
• Maintain documentation for quality audits, inspections, and corrective actions ensuring traceability and compliance with ISO or relevant standards.