Senior QHSES Assurance Specialist - Quality Systems and Governance
Posted date [2026-04-25]
(ID: 44477)
McDermott is a global engineering and construction company delivering advanced solutions for the energy sector. The company focuses on transforming energy resources into essential products through innovative, technology-driven approaches across the full project lifecycle, from concept to decommissioning. With operations in more than 30 countries, McDermott combines a skilled workforce, specialized marine assets, and international fabrication capabilities to support large-scale energy projects. The organization plays a key role in developing efficient, reliable, and sustainable energy infrastructure worldwide.... |
Job Snapshot
Role: Senior QHSES Assurance Specialist - Quality Systems and Governance
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Quality Assurance
Experience: 8+ years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Senior QHSES Assurance Specialist hiring in Dubai, UAE within the Oil and Energy industry for EPC construction and fabrication projects focused on quality systems, governance, audits, and continuous improvement. This role is ideal for experienced quality professionals who can lead management system development, KPI monitoring, document governance, and process optimization while ensuring compliance across complex engineering and operational environments.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Quality Assurance
Salary: 18000-28000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Senior QHSES Assurance Specialist is responsible for strengthening quality systems and governance across projects and business operations. This role supports management system improvement, audit readiness, document quality, benchmarking, and continuous improvement while ensuring international quality standards and internal compliance requirements are consistently maintained.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the development and implementation of new management systems and quality governance frameworks
* Partner with Functional Process Subject Matter Experts to drive major Quality Systems initiatives across departments
* Work with Quality Directors to identify and resolve complex issues affecting multiple business functions
* Maintain QC system attributes to ensure accurate quality reporting and document traceability
* Assist in removing legacy practices and transitioning teams to improved management systems
* Administer onboarding and training for new team members while supporting knowledge transfer across teams
* Participate in the design, implementation, and enforcement of company document templates and governance standards
* Advise stakeholders on best practices for document creation, organization, and management system compliance
* Report project quality status and execution progress according to approved plans and management requests
* Develop, organize, write, review, and edit engineering procedures, work instructions, and technical documents
* Perform quality checks of documents focusing on structure, grammar, consistency, and technical clarity
* Manage revisions and updates to technical literature and operational procedures
* Support project bids and proposals related to quality requirements when requested
* Conduct internal and external audits monthly and ensure timely reporting of findings and corrective actions
* Oversee KPI, quality indicators, and performance quality trends while supporting benchmarking and lessons learned
* Analyze performance data to support target setting, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives
* Lead and perform root cause analysis for quality-related issues and ensure effective corrective action implementation
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant technical or engineering field
* Minimum 8 years of experience in EPC construction, fabrication, or industrial quality assurance environments
* Strong knowledge of ISO9001, AS9100, AS9110, or other recognized Quality Management Systems
* Internal Auditor training and audit execution experience preferred
* Strong understanding of Lean and Continuous Improvement principles and practical implementation
* Excellent analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills with strong attention to detail
* Strong interpersonal and leadership skills for effective cross-functional collaboration
* Excellent written and spoken communication skills for reporting, presentations, and technical documentation
* Experience in document management systems and governance processes is an added advantage
Skills Set
* Quality Assurance and Management Systems
* Internal and External Auditing
* KPI Monitoring and Performance Analysis
* Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions
* Procedure Development and Technical Writing
* Lean and Continuous Improvement
* Document Governance and Quality Review
* ISO Compliance and Internal Auditor Practices
* Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
* Cross-Functional Stakeholder Coordination
Why Join Us
* Join one of the world’s most respected engineering and construction companies in the energy sector
* Lead quality systems and governance across major offshore, fabrication, and infrastructure projects
* Gain strong exposure to operational excellence, compliance leadership, and system improvement initiatives
* Build long-term career growth in project quality management and governance leadership
* Collaborate with international engineering teams delivering world-class energy solutions
* Be part of a company committed to innovation, sustainability, and safe project execution
About the Company
McDermott International is a global leader in engineering, procurement, construction, and installation services for the energy industry. With more than 100 years of expertise, the company delivers complex offshore and onshore infrastructure projects across oil and gas, offshore wind, and sustainable energy developments. Operating in more than 50 countries, McDermott combines technical excellence, innovation, and operational strength to shape the future of global energy infrastructure.
