Field Quality Manager - Quality Management and Technical Support

1. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Accountabilities Major Activities
Quality Management 1. Quality Planning Documentation
- Implement Field Quality Plan (FQP) and Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) for WTG, Substation and Transmission line works.
- Follow OEM Guidelines, PQHC Requirements.
- Storage Maintenance of WTG Components.
- Review Approve Crane related Machinery.
- Certified Climbing on WTG TT Tower.
- Prepare, Review and approve contractors method statements and work procedures.
- Prepare Implement PQP, SOP, Check lists Formats in line with OEM requirements, TS, Codes Standards and FQP.
- Maintain comprehensive QA/QC records - inspection reports, RFI s, Check Lists, RA Bills, FOM NCR s, calibration certificates, test results, and approvals.

2. Incoming Material Inspection
- Verification of material and equipment quality against approved drawings and specifications.
- Check manufacturer s test certificates and shipping documents.
- Site inspection for:
o Blade, Nacelle, Hub, Tubular Tower and Other WTG BOQ.
o USS, Transformers, Reactors, AIS equipment, breakers, CTs, PTs, isolators, LA, SVG s, HT/LT SGR Panels .
o Conductors, insulators, hardware fittings.
o Steel structures, tower members, bolts/nuts, earthing materials.

3. WTG Foundation, Installation Quality Oversight
- Civil works: Geo tech reports review, Survey, Marking, Excavation, PCC, RCC foundations, USS foundations, cable ducts, Back Filling, Roads, 33kv as per specs.
- Aggregates, Cement, Cubes Casting , Traceability, Curing Testing.
- PQHC Implementation as per OEM Guidelines

4. TT Tower Installation
- Verify foundation interface before tower erection.
- Check tower section identification and erection sequence.
- Inspect flange mating surfaces and cleanliness.
- Verify correct bolt grade, size and quantity.
- Ensure correct bolt tightening sequence.
- Verify torque/tensioning using calibrated tools as per OEM procedure.
- Check bolt marking after tightening.
- Inspect verticality and alignment tower.
- Verify internal platforms, ladders and safety systems.
- Ensure proper earthing continuity.

5. Nacelle Installation
- Verify nacelle lifting arrangement as per approved lifting plan.
- Check nacelle interface and mounting arrangement.
- Verify yaw connection and locking arrangement.
- Inspect fastening and torque records.
- Check gearbox, generator and drivetrain connections.
- Verify lubrication and cooling system connections.
- Check hydraulic and electrical connections.
- Ensure all transportation locks are removed as per OEM procedure.

6. Hub and Blade Installation
- Verify hub serial number and orientation.
- Inspect pitch bearing and pitch system connections.
- Verify blade identification and correct blade position.
- Inspect blades for cracks, scratches, delamination and transportation damage.
- Check bolt condition and tightening requirements.
- Verify blade root connection.
- Check blade pitch operation.
- Verify lightning protection connections

7. Electrical Installation
- Verify installation of:
o Power cables.
o Control cables.
o Fibre optic/communication cables.
o Earthing conductors.
o Transformer connections.
o Converter and control panels.
- Ensure correct cable routing and clamping.
- Verify cable identification and termination.
- Check terminal tightening.
- Conduct insulation resistance tests, as applicable.
- Verify continuity of protective earthing.
- Inspect cable glands and enclosure sealing.
- Verify phase identification and polarity where applicable.
8. Mechanical and Functional Testing
Coordinate and witness, as applicable:
- Drivetrain rotation checks.
- Gearbox inspection.
- Lubrication system functional test.
- Cooling system functional test.
- Hydraulic system functional test.
- Yaw system functional test.
- Pitch system functional test.
- Brake functional test.
- Generator functional checks.
- Noise and abnormal vibration observations.
9. Electrical Testing Commissioning Readiness
Verify and witness:
- Insulation Resistance (IR) tests.
- Continuity tests.
- Earthing continuity tests.
- Control circuit checks.
- Sensor and limit switch verification.
- Emergency stop functionality.
- Interlock checks.
- Alarm and protection verification.
- SCADA/communication checks.
- Transformer pre-commissioning tests, as applicable.
- Functional operation of auxiliaries.
10. Quality Documentation NCR Management
- Raise and track IMIRs/RFIs for all critical installation stages.
- Maintain inspection and test records.
- Review OEM installation checklists.
- Verify torque/tensioning records.
- Maintain component serial number traceability.
- Raise NCRs for deviations from drawings, specifications or OEM requirements.
- Review root cause and corrective action.
- Verify rectification and close NCRs.

11. Final Inspection Handover
- Before commissioning/handover, verify:
- Completion of all installation checklists.
- Closure of punch points.
- Closure of NCRs.
- Completion of all mandatory tests.
- Availability of test certificates.
- Completion of torque/tensioning records.
- Earthing and lightning protection completion.
- Correct labelling and identification.
- Housekeeping and foreign material removal.
- Completion of as-built documentation.

12. Stores Management
- Auditing Inspecting Stores
- Audit Report Generation ensure compliance on findings
- Ensure to follow Stores SOP OEM Guidelines in storing and preservation.
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13. Transmission Line SS Quality Oversight
- Tower foundation type checks (pile, raft, chimney, pad chimney, etc.).
- Cubes Casting , Traceability, Curing Testing.
- Tower erection quality checks: verticality, tightening torque, member placement.
- Conductor stringing: sagging, tensioning, mid-span joints, compression fittings.
- OPGW/earth wire installation and optical fiber testing.
- Witness line tests: continuity, insulation, and earthing resistance.
14. Testing Commissioning QA
- Prepare, Review testing formats Check lists, SOPS.
- Witness substation pre-commissioning tests (transformers, breakers, relays).
- Line pre-energization checks and statutory clearances.
- Ensure proper documentation for energization approval.
15. Non-Conformance Corrective Action
- Raise NCRs for deviations from standards or drawings.
- Verify corrective preventive action closure.
- Conduct root cause analysis for repeated issues.
- Resolution plan follow-up of NCR closure on open NCR.
- Avoid repeatability of NCR s.
16. Handover Final Quality Dossier
- Ensure all QA/QC documentation is complete for PAC (Provisional Acceptance Certificate).
- Maintain punch list and verify closure.
- Deliver final Quality Dossier for both substation and line.
17. Reporting Coordination
- Daily weekly Monthly quality reports to Project Manager and Corporate QA.
- Coordinate with EPC OEM inspectors for joint inspections.
- Liaise with statutory bodies for mandatory inspections.
Technical Innovation Developing Solutions - Adopt digital quality tools, non-conformance tracking systems, and real-time quality data analytics.
Business Planning Budget Forecasting - Budget allocation for quality engineers, inspectors, and specialists at project sites
- Provision for quality tools (measuring instruments, test kits), digital platforms (QMS software, NCR tracking), third-party inspections, lab testing, for his site
Developing self and others - Conduct regular training and awareness programs on quality standards, root cause analysis (RCA)
- Promote a culture of zero-defect and first-time-right execution
Management Functions - Monitor Update FQR data on Wrench Portal.
- Provide quality assurance reports to internal management, clients, and lenders.
- Showcase quality credentials through audit clearances, and compliance records.
Interface with Hong Kong - Showcase quality credentials through audit clearances, and compliance records

2. INTERACTIONS

Internal Clients:

Roles you need to interact with inside the organization to enable success in your day-to-day work
All roles in Field Quality Manager
Operating Business Units within Apraava Energy
Project Team
BD Contracts Team
Apraava Management team
PMO teams at CLP Hong Kong

External Clients:

Roles you need to interact with outside the organization to enable success in your day-to-day work
Vendors / EPC partners / Consultants / Contract partners/OEM s

3. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Educational Qualifications:

- Essential:
10 + Year experience with B.E./B. Tech in Mechanical (Preferred)/Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
- Acceptable Alternate: Diploma in Electrical Mechanical/Civil Engineering with 13-15+ years of relevant QA/QC experience in Wind projects.
- Preferred Certifications:
ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor or QA/QC certification.
Training in IEC/IS standards applicable to transmission projects.
RCA - CAPA 8D.
Six Sigma Green Belt.

Functional Skills:

Technical Skills
o Strong knowledge of AIS/GIS substation and OHTL construction and quality requirements.
o Familiarity with Indian Standards (IS), IEC, and relevant CPWD/CBIP/CEA guidelines.
o Ability to interpret engineering drawings, method statements, and ITPs.
o Expertise in electrical testing (Transformer, SGR, SVG, insulation, contact resistance, ratio tests, SF6 leakage, relay settings).
o Experience in tower erection, conductor stringing, and OPGW installation quality control.
o Material inspection skills for high-voltage equipment, conductors, insulators, hardware fittings, and steel structures.
Quality Management Skills
o Hands-on experience in preparing and implementing PQP, ITP, and method statements.
o NCR/CAPA management and root cause analysis.
o QA/QC documentation and dossier preparation for handover.
Soft Skills
o Strong coordination and stakeholder management (EPC contractors, OEMs, client inspectors).
o Clear communication, both verbal and written, for reporting and inspection notes.
o Problem-solving and proactive issue prevention.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and remote site conditions.