Reference: CPT001317-MM-1

QUALITY MANAGER – ELECTRICAL INFRASTRUCTURE / RENEWABLE ENERGY

Western Cape - LDC for 6 months with the possibility to convert to permanent employment
Salary: Market-related.

Are you a seasoned Quality Manager who knows what exceptional quality looks like on complex electrical infrastructure projects?
We are looking for an experienced quality professional to take ownership of QA/QC across major renewable energy electrical infrastructure projects, including substations, MV reticulation and overhead power lines.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can drive quality from engineering and procurement through construction, testing, commissioning and final handover.
You will be responsible for establishing, implementing and maintaining robust project quality systems while ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, contractual requirements, approved drawings, specifications and applicable IEC and SANS standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key responsibilities will include:

Develop and manage the Project Quality Management Plan
Lead QA/QC activities across renewable energy construction projects
Review and approve Inspection & Test Plans, method statements, checklists and quality dossiers
Conduct internal, supplier and subcontractor quality audits
Manage NCRs, root-cause investigations, CAPAs, concessions and quality observations
Coordinate hold points, witness points, inspections, FATs and SATs
Oversee quality requirements relating to testing and commissioning
Ensure full traceability of materials, equipment, certificates and inspection records
Monitor quality trends, KPIs, risks and improvement opportunities
Provide quality guidance and training to project and construction teams
Liaise with clients, engineers, contractors, suppliers and statutory bodies
Ensure complete quality documentation for successful project handover and close-out

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE:

A relevant Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Quality Management, Construction Management or a related discipline
Minimum 5 years’ QA/QC experience within electrical infrastructure or EPC construction
At least 2 years’ supervisory or management experience
Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
Technical understanding of: HV and MV substations
Practical exposure to renewable wind-energy electrical balance-of-plant projects
Knowledge of applicable IEC and SANS standards
Strong experience with audits, inspections, NCR management, root-cause analysis and corrective actions
Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs and test results
Excellent reporting, document-control and stakeholder-management ability
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites as required

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