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FOCAL SEARCH PTE. LTD.

Head of QA

FOCAL SEARCH PTE. LTD., West Islip, New York, United States

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Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

Develop and implement the company-wide QA/HSE strategy, aligned with business objectives, international maritime regulations, and sustainability goals. Serve as the subject matter expert to executive management on all QA/HSE-related matters, including risk mitigation, incident prevention, and regulatory compliance. Provide leadership across operational sites (shipyards, offshore vessels, engineering divisions) to standardize QA/HSE frameworks. Quality Assurance (QA)

Establish and maintain ISO-certified QA systems (e.g., ISO 9001) across shipbuilding, vessel operations, and engineering services. Drive continuous improvement programs (e.g. lean, Six Sigma, root cause analysis) to improve product quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Conduct and oversee audits (internal, customer, third-party) and ensure timely close-out of non-conformances. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

Ensure compliance with applicable HSE laws, IMO conventions (e.g. MARPOL, SOLAS), and classification society requirements (e.g. ABS, DNV). Promote a zero-incident safety culture through training, behavior-based safety programs, and incident investigations. Lead emergency response planning and crisis management drills, particularly for offshore and shipyard operations. Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

Liaise with flag states, classification societies, regulatory bodies, and major clients to ensure QA/HSE compliance. Oversee accurate reporting of incidents, near-misses, risk assessments, and environmental impacts. Prepare monthly and quarterly QA/HSE performance reports for the Board and external stakeholders. People Management

Lead and mentor QA/HSE professionals across regions, ensuring development, training, and succession planning. Lead the coordination of cross-functional teams throughout audit, certification, and investigation processes Sustainability & ESG

Collaborate with ESG and technical teams to support green initiatives such as battery-hybrid vessel implementation, offshore wind support projects, and carbon footprint tracking. Qualifications & Experience:

Degree in Engineering, Marine, Occupational Safety, or a related field. Minimum 10 to 15 years of experience in QA/HSE roles within the offshore marine, shipbuilding, or oil & gas industries. Strong knowledge of IMO, ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001), ISM Code, ISPS Code, and OHSAS regulations. Certified Lead Auditor (ISO 9001/14001/45001) preferred. Proven leadership and cross-cultural team management experience. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Key Competencies:

Strategic thinking and risk-based decision-making Strong analytical and problem-solving ability Leadership with integrity and accountability Collaborative mindset with a drive for excellence High attention to detail, especially in regulatory and technical documentation

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