Quality Lead

Job ID: 13969

Sector:

ENOWA

Location: NEOM, Saudi Arabia

NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.

As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.

As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.

Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!

ROLE OVERVIEW

The DSO department of NEOM requires an experienced Quality systems professional to develop and implement appropriate systems and strategies to support the NEOM ENOWA system requirements and the needs of the maturing DSO business.

REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY

• Experience with process management and process improvement methodologies.
• Experience with developing and implementing quality systems within an appropriate electrical transmission or distribution environment.
• Experience in audit processes.
• Possess strong reporting skills.

ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIES

• Developing quality system documentation for DSO, based on Saudi law and international best practice.
• Developing documentation specific to DSO, for use by our teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Be responsible for whole quality life cycle governance during construction - raise quality issues/defects, follow through on rectifications and report to management.
• Be an expert focus for quality issues related to electrical distribution activities, fully understanding the risks and mitigation measures to be considered, providing formal advice to the DSO team and stakeholders.
• Develop, implement (including carrying out audits, issuing reports and recommendations for improvements), manage and review quality audit and inspection plans in line with strategic goals and objectives.
• Liaise and work in collaboration with other NEOM groups handling risks between parties and across boundaries.
• Liaising within NEOM to drive improvement programs in DSO.
• Interfacing with others in NEOM ENOWA to support NEOM ENOWA’s objectives.
• Facilitate full compliance with all appropriate regulatory requirements and reporting obligations.
• Promote a quality-focused DSO work culture and support all aspects of the DSO Team’s work.
• Using internal and external benchmarking establish performance expectations to meet and/or exceed NEOM’s expectations.
• Attend meetings to represent the Standards team as required.
• Be the focal point for the DSO QHSE Team for quality compliance issues.
• Participate in compliance audits.

CULTURE AND VALUES

• Embrace NEOM’s culture and Values Learn more.
• Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in NEOM’s Code of Conduct.
• Maintain fair, ethical and professional work practices in accordance with NEOM’s Values and Code of Conduct.
• Adhere to NEOM’s Policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with rules.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Over 5 years of experience with developing and implementing quality systems within an appropriate electrical transmission or distribution environment.
• Over 1 year of relevant experience gained in the Gulf Region.
• Experienced auditor.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with a diverse group of individuals.
• Strong reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area of study such as Business.

NEOM is committed to attracting and retaining the highest caliber of employees to support NEOM’s vision, mission and strategy. NEOM sources the best candidates based on fit for the role and searches local and global markets to identify talent.

NEOM is an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, disability, age, or any other form of discrimination/other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.

As part of our recruitment process, NEOM will undertake reference checks to confirm suitability for the role. All offers of employment are subject to references, evidence of all qualifications and awards, and other background checks being satisfactorily completed. Additionally, all offers are subject to the candidate being able to successfully obtain a work visa to enter and work in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The employee may be required to perform additional job-related tasks and duties as assigned. To meet NEOM’s objectives and business needs, the work location is subject to change. Non office-based roles involve outdoor activities. Candidates should be prepared to work outdoors and on construction sites as part of their job responsibilities.

NEOM uses artificial intelligence as part of its recruitment process to assist and enhance efficiency. However, all final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters, ensuring that NEOM’s employment process remains fair and transparent.

The actions of our team should always support the NEOM Values