Quality Engineer- OYA Operations at ENGIE

JOB PURPOSE

• To oversee and monitor the Construction, Engineering, Procurement and Commissioning of wind / solar projects
• Oversee quality systems, procedures, and documentation for the Project. Review and validate quality assurance and control plans of the EPC Contractor and Subcontractors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build partnerships with key stakeholders on projects.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure installation works follow project plans and commercial requirements.
• Conduct site audits to prepare configurations and structures for system designs or integration with other energy solutions.
• Conduct worksites safety checks.
• Contribute to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure safety and quality assurance on sites.
• Determine suitable locations for solar PV installation based on site visits and risk assessments.
• Develop overall project management plans.
• Develop staff through capability development interventions and on-the-job training.
• Evaluate project progress on various projects.
• Evaluate technical viability of projects, including suitability of sites.
• Lead in procurement negotiations.
• Oversee contractors' works on installation and scaffolding operations.
• Oversee installation of lightning protection systems.
• Recommend training and development activities for staff.
• Review computer simulations of solar PV energy generation to determine system efficiency.
• Review costs and risks to ensure solar PV projects are within project governance limits.
• Review energy audits and assessments to verify feasibility of solar Photovoltaic (PV) installations according to regulations.
• Review the test results of solar PV and grounding systems.
• Seek management approval for project risk assessments.
• Work with authorities and professional engineers to support project-related approvals

Communication and Working Relationships:

The Job Holder will work and communicate with:

Internal:

• The Chief Executive Officer, Plant Manager, Construction Director, Finance, Procurement, Operations, Maintenance, HSE.

External:

• Owner, through the O&M agreement
• With the Off-Taker
• Govt. Authorities as required
• Other Stakeholders, Contractual Counterparties, Contractors, Suppliers, Equipment Manufacturers and Vendors.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• University Degree in Civil/Electrical Engineering.
• ISO 9001 Quality Management system
• Experience
• 5-7  years’ experience in wind / solar energy projects/power plants as a Civil / Quality Engineer
• Strong track record of delivering successful outcomes in the construction and site management fields within the Electrical and Instrumentation sector.
• Comprehensive experience in Construction and Site Management

Specific Knowledge / skills

• Drive to achieve results through himself and others.
• Ability to build and work with multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary staff.
• Ability to work together with the other departments in order to achieve the best result for the company.
• Take ownership.
• Strategic mindset allows to effectively manage and deliver projects at every phase ensuring quality
• Maintains high ethical standards.
• Motivation and leadership of team and individual team members
• Respects the others as well as the cultural diversity.
• Seek, organize and exchange information for decision making and problem solving.
• Ability to create a climate of open communication on personal and professional issues.
• Ability to work autonomously, prioritizing tasks and activities in line with business objectives.
• Quality and Environment awareness and managing according to quality standards and procedures.
• Innovation, vision, creativity, taking initiative, problem solving and decision making.
• A pro-active approach to planning and decision making.
• Ability to build effective relationships with key stakeholders.