Assistant Manager - Field Quality Assurance (Civil Engineering)

Assistant Manager - Field Quality Assurance

Responsibilities

Quality Assurance and Inspection:

• Coordinate and conduct on-site inspections with O&M engineers and agencies as per quality procedures, quotes, and standards.
• Inspect all civil activities during regular maintenance, RSD, AOH/COH in accordance with the Field Quality Plan (FQP).
• Perform timely inspection for site modification jobs, station excellence projects, and RC action points to enhance reliability.
• Execute the preparation, review, and approval of civil package (FQPs) for contractor works.
• Perform painting inspection of civil and mechanical structures.
• Inspect the repair and strengthening of various civil concrete structures, including cooling towers and chimneys.
• Create and maintain civil-related documents and records for compliance and quality assurance.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including agencies, to achieve quality objectives.
• Conduct a monthly review of civil contractor bills, as verified and approved by the Civil Maintenance Engineer.

Quality Control and Testing:

• Perform various civil quality tests, including compressive strength of concrete cubes, slump test, silt content, sieve analysis of sand and aggregate, etc.
• Monitor the healthiness and calibration of civil quality lab testing equipment and instruments.
• Maintain and ensure the accuracy of all civil quality testing protocols and records for further actions.
• Carry out total Balance of Plant (BoP) area painting inspections of structures and equipment with necessary tests.
• Perform the maintenance of essential infrastructure such as roads and pipelines, ensuring their operational integrity and compliance with safety standards.

Business Sustainability:

• Implement and follow IMS, AWMS, DISHA, and CHETNA guidelines within the department.
• Implement and follow CHETNA Safety standards in the department to achieve zero harm.
• Participate in relevant trainings to stay updated on the latest civil quality testing standards and techniques.
• Support quality awareness trainings for agency engineers, supervisors, and workmanship to enhance overall quality..
• Foster a culture of environmental awareness and sustainability in all civil projects and maintenance activities.
• Support regular safety audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations and company policies.

Digitization and Automation:

• Execute integration of advanced technology and comprehensive digitization strategies in civil quality assurance processes to optimize operational efficiency.
• Implement automation solutions to support overall organizational goals and strategy.
• Implement process and system improvements, adopting newer technologies and innovative ideas.
• Monitor and analyse data from digital systems to inform decision-making and improve quality outcomes

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

• Maintenance - Civil

Key Stakeholders - External:

• Agencies and contractors

Qualifications

Educational Qualification:

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or a related field from a recognized institution.

Work Experience (Range of years):

6+ years of experience in quality assurance/control, with a significant portion in a leadership role within the power sector or related heavy industries.

Preferred Industry:

Candidates with experience in the power generation, energy, or related heavy industrial sectors are preferred, with a strong background in operational excellence and quality management systems.