Quality Control & Health, Safety and Environment Coordinator

JOB DESCRIPTION: QC & HSE Coordinator

Department: Operations Reporting To: Operations Manager Location: UAE Employment Type: Full-Time

1. Job Purpose

To oversee and coordinate quality control activities for structural steel fabrication and site execution, arrange third-party inspections, testing and certification, manage site-related HSE documentation, and support transportation and logistics coordination.

1. Key Responsibilities

A. Quality Control – Workshop & Site Inspection Coordination

• Inspect raw materials, verify material identification, dimensions and compliance with project specifications.
• Verify fabricated items against approved drawings, technical specifications and applicable project requirements.
• Coordinate and arrange third-party inspections and testing, including:
• Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• Radiographic Testing (RT).
• Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI), where applicable.
• Dye Penetrant Testing (DPT), where applicable.
• Other project-specific inspection and testing requirements.
• Prepare and maintain Inspection Requests (IR), Inspection and Test Plans (ITP), quality checklists, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and other relevant QC documentation.
• Maintain Material Test Certificates (MTCs), welding records, inspection reports and project quality dossiers.
• Coordinate third-party pull-out testing of anchor bolts and fixing bolts embedded in concrete, wherever required by project specifications.
• Coordinate and witness bolt torque testing to ensure structural bolted connections comply with approved project specifications and applicable standards.
• Ensure proper recording and documentation of torque test results, inspection reports and test certificates.
• Coordinate inspection schedules, reports, corrective actions and final approvals with third-party inspection agencies and project representatives.
• Ensure all inspection records, test certificates and approvals are properly maintained and filed.

B. HSE Documentation & Site Compliance

• Prepare, coordinate and maintain HSE documentation required for project site execution.
• Ensure the availability and validity of relevant HSE documents, including:
• Risk Assessments (RA).
• Method Statements (MS).
• Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
• Permit to Work (PTW) documentation.
• Lifting Plans and lifting equipment certificates.
• Equipment and operator certifications.
• Personnel competency and safety training records.
• Welder certifications.
• Other project-specific HSE documentation.
• Coordinate with site teams, HSE personnel, clients and main contractors to ensure all required documents are submitted and approved before site activities commence.
• Monitor the validity of safety-related certificates and documentation.
• Follow up on HSE observations, non-compliance reports and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable site safety requirements and relevant authority regulations, including DDA requirements where applicable.

C. Transportation & Logistics Coordination

• Coordinate transportation and logistics arrangements for materials, equipment and fabricated structural steel items.
• Liaise with workshop, site teams, suppliers and transport providers to ensure timely delivery and movement of materials.
• Follow up on delivery schedules and coordinate transportation requirements for ongoing projects.

1. Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5–6 years of relevant UAE experience in structural steel fabrication, quality control, site coordination or a similar industrial/construction environment.
• Good understanding of structural steel fabrication processes, welding inspections, technical drawings and project specifications.
• Familiarity with NDT methods, including UT, RT, MPI and DPT, and experience coordinating third-party inspection agencies.
• Experience coordinating workshop and site inspection activities.
• Knowledge of construction HSE documentation and site compliance requirements, including DDA and other relevant authority requirements.
• Good coordination, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Strong follow-up, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with workshop teams, site personnel and external inspection agencies.
• Valid UAE Driving Licence is mandatory.
• Willingness to travel between the workshop, project sites, suppliers and inspection agencies.

1. Key Performance Expectations (KPIs)

The successful candidate will be evaluated based on the following:

• Timely completion of quality inspections and inspection documentation.
• Effective coordination and closure of third-party inspections and testing.
• Accuracy and timely submission of project QC and HSE documentation.
• Effective coordination and follow-up with workshop teams, site personnel, suppliers, clients and third-party inspection agencies.
• Timely coordination of transportation and logistics requirements for project activities.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: AED 2,500 – 3,500 per month, depending on qualifications and relevant experience.

Benefits:

• Annual paid leave
• Round-trip air ticket
• Medical insurance

Pay: AED2,500.00 - AED3,500.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• How many years of UAE procurement/purchasing experience do you have, specifically in the steel fabrication, manufacturing, or construction industry?

a. Less than 1 year b. 1–2 years c.3–5 years d.More than 5 years e.No relevant experience

• Do you have previous procurement or purchasing experience in a structural steel fabrication, steel manufacturing, or construction company?

a.Yes, I have hands-on experience. b.I have basic knowledge. c.No, I am not familiar with these materials.

• Are you familiar with sourcing and purchasing structural steel materials (such as MS plates, beams, channels, angles, pipes, and fabrication consumables)?

Yes, I have hands-on experience.

a.Yes, I have hands-on experience. b.I have basic knowledge. c.No, I am not familiar with these materials.

Work Location: In person