QA/QC Manager

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.