Job Summary

As QA/QC Manager, you will be the guardian of quality in the design and construction of high-speed aluminum commercial vessels.

Reporting to Penguin's Deputy General Manager (Group Shipbuilding & Repair), you will lead quality assurance and control activities across our Singapore headquarters and our primary shipbuilding yard, PT Kim Seah Shipyard in Batam.

You will be responsible for implementing ISO-compliant systems, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring all projects meet stringent classification society rules and customer expectations.

This role requires a hands-on leader who can bridge the gap between technical compliance and operational excellence in the world's most prolific builder of aluminium commercial ships.

Key Responsibilities

1. Quality Management & Compliance

Maintain and evolve the Group's Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 9001 and classification society rules (eg, Bureau Veritas).
Lead internal and external audits, ensuring timely closure of findings and robust documentation control.
Develop and track Quality KPIs, providing periodic performance reports and risk assessments to Senior Management.

2. Operational Oversight (Singapore & Batam)

Manage QA/QC activities across both locations, coordinating resources for inspections, NDT, welding and coating.
Ensure strict implementation of Project Quality Plans (PQP) and Inspection Test Plans (ITP) throughout the shipbuilding lifecycle.
Travel to PT Kim Seah Shipyard (Batam) and other overseas locations for Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and sea trials.

3. Continuous Improvement & Resolution

Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for major quality issues and spearhead CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions).
Oversee the resolution of customer complaints and non-conformities, ensuring effective long-term solutions.
Foster a Quality First culture through training and mentorship of production staff and inspectors.

4. Stakeholder & Supply Chain Management

Act as the primary technical liaison for customers, owner representatives and class surveyors.
Monitor subcontractor and supplier performance through regular evaluations and quality audits.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum 5 years in a QA/QC leadership role within the marine, shipbuilding or offshore sectors.
Education: Degree or Diploma in Marine, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of classification society rules and shipyard processes (Hull, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, HVAC).
Experience in commissioning is a significant plus point.
Standards: Strong proficiency in ISO 9001 and familiarity with NDT, welding, and coating inspection standards.
Soft Skills: Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively in English (written and spoken).
Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia/Melayu would be an advantage to manage the quality assurance and control activities at our primary shipbuilding yard, PT Kim Seah Shipyard in Batam.
Mobility: Must be willing and able to travel frequently between Singapore and Batam, as well as internationally for FATs.
Attribute: Meticulous, analytical and capable of working independently in a fast-paced production environment.

Why Join Us

Drive the Future of Shipbuilding

At Penguin International Limited, we don't just build ships we set industry benchmarks.

As a global leader in high-speed aluminum commercial vessels, we are at the forefront of maritime innovation, including the design and deployment of cutting-edge hybrid-electric and pure electric propulsion systems.

A Legacy of Excellence and Innovation

With over 50 years of heritage and the global recognition of our Flex brand of crewboats and security boats, we offer a stable yet dynamic environment. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining the quality of vessels that are trusted by our clients around the world.

Cross-Border Leadership

This role offers a unique opportunity to manage quality standards across international borders. You will gain diverse operational experience by bridging our Singapore headquarters with our high-volume production hub at PT Kim Seah Shipyard in Batam.

Professional Growth and Impact

We value technical expertise and leadership. In this role, you are a key stakeholder in our Quality First culture, with the autonomy to drive process improvements and mentor the next generation of maritime professionals.

Electrical Engineer

Senior Testing & Commissioning Engineer

QA/QC Manager