Job description
Trainor Consulting is an international consulting firm specialized in heavy industry and energy projects , supporting clients across China and the APAC region . The company delivers high-value expertise in sectors such as oil & gas, refineries, tank farms, fuel storage infrastructure, and large-scale industrial EPC projects .
With a strong focus on technical excellence and project delivery , Trainor Consulting partners with major industrial players to provide engineering consulting, project management, and workforce solutions tailored to complex and capital-intensive environments. The firm is recognized for its ability to mobilize highly skilled international and local talent , including expatriate technical experts, consultants, and project specialists , to support critical operations and infrastructure development.
Supplier Qualification & Audit Conduct supplier quality audits (onsite & remote) for new and existing vendors (steel mills, fabricators, welders, NDE labs, coating suppliers, equipment manufacturers). Evaluate supplier QMS (ISO 9001), process capability, welding/NDE competence, inspection capacity, and compliance with offshore/marine standards (DNV, ABS, API, AWS).
Approve, classify, and maintain the approved vendor list (AVL) with risk grading and performance tracking. Quality Planning & Project Support Review and approve supplier Quality Plans, ITP (Inspection & Test Plan), FAT/SAT procedures for offshore equipment, steel structures, piping, and welding works. Witness critical inspections: FAT, SAT, NDE (RT/UT/MT/PT), welding inspection, dimensional check, coating thickness at supplier yards.
Ensure compliance with project specs, drawing requirements, and classification society rules. Incoming Quality & Non-Conformance Management Monitor incoming material quality (IQC) ; handle non-conformances (NCRs), reject notes, and quarantine of non-compliant parts. Drive 8D, root cause analysis (RCA), CAPA with suppliers for recurring quality issues (e.
g., welding defects, material non-conformance, coating failure). Verify closure and effectiveness of corrective actions; track COPQ (Cost of Poor Quality) and ensure cost recovery when applicable. Supplier Performance & Continuous Improvement Establish and track supplier quality KPIs : PPM, on-time delivery, NCR rate, audit pass rate, CAPA closure rate.
Conduct quarterly/annual supplier performance reviews (SPR) ; drive improvement actions and escalate chronic underperformance. Lead supplier development: enhance process control, reduce variation, and upgrade quality capability for critical offshore materials/components. Documentation, Reporting & Stakeholder Alignment Maintain accurate supplier quality records: audit reports, ITP approvals, inspection logs, NCR/8D files, and performance dashboards.
Prepare weekly/monthly SQE reports for project and management teams; highlight risks, issues, and improvement progress. Collaborate closely with procurement, project engineering, site QA/QC, and clients/third-party inspectors (TPI) to align quality expectations.
Requirements
& Qualifications Education : Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials, Welding, Marine/Offshore Engineering, Quality Engineering or equivalent. Experience : 3–5+ years SQE / vendor quality experience in offshore/marine, oil & gas, heavy steel structure, or shipbuilding industry; hands-on with FPSO, platform, subsea, or offshore module projects.
Technical Knowledge : Familiar with ISO 9001, API, AWS, DNV/ABS rules and offshore/marine engineering standards. Solid understanding of welding processes, NDE methods, steel materials, coating, and dimensional inspection . Proficient in 8D, RCA, CAPA, FMEA, SPC and quality tools. Skills : Fluent English (written & verbal) – must handle global suppliers, audit reports, and client meetings in English.
Strong onsite audit, inspection, and negotiation skills; able to drive corrective actions with suppliers. Detail-oriented, self-driven, and able to manage multiple suppliers/projects in a fast-paced offshore environment. Certifications (Preferred) : CSWIP, CWI, NDE Level II, ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt .
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials, Welding, Marine/Offshore Engineering, Quality Engineering or equivalent. Experience : 3–5+ years SQE / vendor quality experience in offshore/marine, oil & gas, heavy steel structure, or shipbuilding industry; hands-on with FPSO, platform, subsea, or offshore module projects.
Technical Knowledge : Familiar with ISO 9001, API, AWS, DNV/ABS rules and offshore/marine engineering standards. Solid understanding of welding processes, NDE methods, steel materials, coating, and dimensional inspection . Proficient in 8D, RCA, CAPA, FMEA, SPC and quality tools. Skills : Fluent English (written & verbal) – must handle global suppliers, audit reports, and client meetings in English.
Strong onsite audit, inspection, and negotiation skills; able to drive corrective actions with suppliers. Detail-oriented, self-driven, and able to manage multiple suppliers/projects in a fast-paced offshore environment. Certifications (Preferred) : CSWIP, CWI, NDE Level II, ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt .
What We Offer
Competitive salary & performance bonus Social insurance & housing fund, annual leave, and benefits Global offshore/marine projects & cross-cultural teamwork Clear career path in quality management and supplier development