Sunreef Yachts

Quality & Continuous Improvement Engineer

Ras Al Khaimah, UAEPosted 3 days ago

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Salary
AED 8k–12k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Mid level
Field
Construction & Engineering
Work mode
On site

About the role

ROLE PURPOSE - Manage the day-to-day implementation of the existing quality management system for yacht production and technical delivery. - Ensure quality standards and procedures are consistently followed during yacht construction. - Identify, document, and resolve nonconformities with proper supporting evidence. - Analyze commissioning and after-sales findings to implement improvements in future yacht builds. - Strengthen quality control processes and ensure continuous improvement across production activities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Implement existing inspection plans, quality checklists, acceptance criteria, and quality control procedures. - Identify gaps in existing quality procedures and recommend improvements. - Conduct inspections of critical mechanical, electrical, and technical systems in coordination with production teams. - Identify and document nonconformities, assign responsible personnel, and establish corrective action deadlines. - Verify completion of corrective actions before releasing systems for commissioning. - Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for recurring or major quality defects. - Implement and monitor Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to prevent recurrence of defects. - Classify quality issues related to design, production, suppliers, installation, commissioning, and operations. - Coordinate with Engineering, Production, Service, and suppliers to resolve quality-related issues. - Monitor defect trends and analyze feedback received from commissioning and after-sales teams. - Ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented in subsequent yacht builds. - Recommend improvements to existing quality standards, inspection procedures, and production processes. - Maintain accurate inspection reports, defect registers, and corrective action records. EXPECTED DELIVERABLES - Completed quality inspections and inspection reports. - Properly maintained quality-gate records and checklists. - Updated defect and nonconformity registers. - Verified closure of identified quality issues. - Documented Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA). - Regular review and analysis of recurring defects. - Evidence of effective corrective actions implemented in subsequent yacht builds. - Continuous improvement recommendations for existing quality procedures and standards. Benefits What We Offer: · Competitive salary and benefits package · Opportunity to work on innovative and sustainable projects · Supportive and growth-oriented work environment · Exposure to international standards and advanced technologies

Requirements

  • CANDIDATE PROFILE
  • - Engineering or technical quality background in yacht building, marine systems, shipbuilding, or similar manufacturing industries.
  • - Practical experience in quality inspections, quality assurance, and quality control.
  • - Strong knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
  • - Good understanding of mechanical and electrical systems used in yachts or marine vessels.
  • - Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and testing documentation.
  • - Experience in identifying technical defects and coordinating corrective actions across departments.
  • - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical reporting skills.
  • - Ability to work directly on board yachts and within shipyard production environments.
  • - Good communication and coordination skills.
  • - Strong written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day implementation of the existing quality management system for yacht production and technical delivery. Ensure quality standards and procedures are consistently followed during yacht construction. Identify, document, and resolve nonconformities with proper supporting evidence. Analyze commissioning and after-sales findings to implement improvements in future yacht builds. Strengthen quality control processes and ensure continuous improvement across production activities. Implement existing inspection plans, quality checklists, acceptance criteria, and quality control procedures. Identify gaps in existing quality procedures and recommend improvements. Conduct inspections of critical mechanical, electrical, and technical systems in coordination with production teams. Identify and document nonconformities, assign responsible personnel, and establish corrective action deadlines. Verify completion of corrective actions before releasing systems for commissioning. Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for recurring or major quality defects. Implement and monitor Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to prevent recurrence of defects. Classify quality issues related to design, production, suppliers, installation, commissioning, and operations. Coordinate with Engineering, Production, Service, and suppliers to resolve quality-related issues. Monitor defect trends and analyze feedback received from commissioning and after-sales teams. Ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented in subsequent yacht builds. Recommend improvements to existing quality standards, inspection procedures, and production processes. Maintain accurate inspection reports, defect registers, and corrective action records.

Skills

  • Quality management systems
  • Quality inspections
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
  • Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
  • Nonconformity identification and resolution
  • Inspection planning and execution
  • Mechanical and electrical systems inspection
  • Technical reporting
  • Engineering drawing interpretation
  • Quality assurance and quality control
  • Defect tracking and defect registers
  • Coordination across Engineering, Production, Service, and suppliers
  • Shipbuilding/marine systems knowledge
  • Continuous improvement
  • On-board and shipyard quality processes

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