ALI AJMAL UPDA,QCD, ASQ CMQ-OE,CSWIP ,ISO IMS Auditor

Experience

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  Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited

  Mar 2012 - Feb 2013

  Mechanical Site Engineer

  Kochi Refinery, a unit of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), embarked on its journey in 1966 with a capacity of 50,000 barrels per day. Formerly known as Cochin Refineries Limited and later renamed as Kochi Refineries Limited, the refinery was originally established as a joint venture in collaboration with Phillips Petroleum Corporation, USA. Today it is a frontline entity as a unit of the Fortune 500 company, BPCL.Kochi Refinery, located at Ambalamugal near the city of Kochi in Kerala, is one of the two Refineries of BPCL, presently having a crude oil refining capacity of 9.5 Million Metric Tonnes per Annum (MMTPA). The product portfolio of the 190,000 barrels per day refinery today includes petrochemical feedstocks and specialty products in addition to its range of quality fuels Ensure piping and mechanical fabrication, erection and testing is carried out in accordance with design drawings, specifications and procedures.• Monitoring fabrication status and resolving technical issues.• Identifying deviations in job scope and initiating deviation notices.• Plan schedule of piping works and supervise erection contractor staff to carry out all site and prefabrication shop piping activities.• Inspection and witnessing piping installations to verify completion to project drawings, supervising and carry hydro- testing works, post hydro-testing activities and reinstatement works. Show less

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  Abdel Hadi A. Al-Qahtani & Sons

  Sept 2012 - Sept 2013

  Mechanical QA/QC Engineer (Welding&Coating)

  worked in Quality Control Department in AL QAHTANI PIPE COATING TERMINAL, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Dammam. AL QAHTANI PIPE COATING TERMINAL Known as leader in the industry, the Kingdom has witnessed major developments in the pipeline industry. To meet the demands of the harsh environment and for protection of cross-country and sub-sea oil, water and gas pipelines against corrosion. The Al-Qahtani Pipe Coating Terminal was established in 1954. Offer a full range Corrosion Control Coatings and other Shop Services like Internal & External Fusion Bonded Epoxy Coating, External 3 layer polyethylene and polypropylene coating, External Heat Activated tape wrap, Internal & External Liquid Coating, Internal & External Coating of Girth Welds and Custom Coatings.Company Profile: http://ahqsons.com/pipecoating.htmOrganize, implement, conduct and manage the QA/QC Programs as per the company policy Coordinate the document controls of technical submittals, drawings, etc, with the project team. Coordinate all inspections; monitor the required tests and record inspections and tests made as per contract plan and contract specifications. Assist QA/QC manager in conducting internal quality audits. Ensure that Nonconformance Reports (NCR) is raised once the activities deviated from the contract specifications or normal industry practices. Attend monthly project review meetings and alert project team of any potential problems Prepare “inspection & test plan” (ITP) for specific project / company requirements and welding, painting and coating procedure. To check and monitor all welding, painting / coating related works and ensure all final products meet in accordance with company procedure, client requirement and international codes. Show less

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  Harinsa Contracting Company Qatar WLL

  Jan 2014 - Mar 2017

  QA/QC Engineer MEP

  Ensure the mechanical work carried out is as per approved shop drawing and within the time frame and progress of the approved construction program.Ensure that the installation, inspection and testing of all the mechanical equipment, fittings and work implemented meets the specification Project and the consultant requirementsVerify the accuracy of shop drawings and their compliance to the specification, consultant’s design and existing local authority standard.Coordinate with other project personnel to ensure that deadlines, procedures, and other project requirements are met.Ensures that all measures and testing equipment’s used at site are compatible for use and calibrated by professional bodies’.Ensures material specifications and construction works are in compliance with quality standards and contract specifications.Reviews subcontractor’s documents and ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards.Issues Non Conformance Reports (NCRs) as necessary and ensures follow-up and closing. Show less

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  ZITRÓN

  Apr 2017 - May 2018

  Quality Control Engineer

  Ensure that all necessary inspections as identified in the approved Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) are attended by a suitable QA/QC inspector Ensure that the production quality being offered for Inspection meets the client’s requirements. Participate in Mock up inspections/ stage inspections and ascertain that the work is executed in accordance with the contract document and approved standards. Coordination for local authority approvals Preparation of Monthly reports in coordination with all disciplines Provide support and advice to the construction personnel in relation to Project Quality Program Attend all necessary inspections as identified in the approved Inspection and Test Plan (ITP). Record and document any and all deviations from the Project Quality Program (PQP) and the Company Integrated Management System (IMS). Update the system with any and all deviations from the Project Quality Program and the Company Integrated Management System (IMS). Coordinate with the client representatives to ensure that inspections are carried out expediently. Generate client Requests for Inspection (RFI) where required providing sufficient notice for hold, witness and inspection points. Carry out inspections on Exception Items (EI) as documented and sign off a closed when activity is complete. Provide support and advice to the construction personnel in relation to the Project Quality Program and the Company Integrated Management System (IMS) Show less

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  Kentz - now a part of Kent

  May 2018 - Nov 2018

  Senior QA/QC Engineer

  Project:Doha Metro Phase 1 Systems Rolling stock and Track work :Tunnel Ventilation Systems Report to Quality Control Manager  Monitoring and inspecting all aspects of TVS work construction. Ensures compliance with PQP and Procedures Ensures the Materials and Installation of TVS System compliance with approved Material Request (MAR), Method Statements (MES), ITPs and approved latest drawing including testing frequencies.  Manages IRE process. - Ensures all the Material IRE's and Construction IRE's  Takes initiative to achieve 100% acceptance of IREs.  Coordinates with subcontractors, Construction Site Engineers, and PMC Engineer's site representative  Show less

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  Harinsa Contracting Company Qatar WLL

  Jun 2019 - Oct 2020

  Lead Mechanical Engineer-QA/QC
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  Mitsubishi Heavy Industries

  Nov 2020 - now

  Senior Quality and Risk Engineer

  Developing and Implementing Quality Management Systems (QMS): Led the design and deployment of robust QMS for railway, metro,development projects, ensuring ISO 9001 compliance and aligning with project and industry standards.Establishing (IMS): Successfully implemented IMS in multiple organizations across the Middle East, particularly in Qatar, to drive a culture of continuous improvement and quality excellence.Conducting Internal and External Audits: Provided expertise in planning and executing ISO (9001, 45001 & 14001) audits, both internal and external, ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory compliance.Managing Multidisciplinary Quality, Risk & Document controller Teams: Directed cross-functional teams in quality, risk & DC processes, including comprehensive inspections, audits, and stringent control measures to uphold quality standard.Stakeholders for Compliance: Worked closely with project stakeholders to address quality-related issues, fostering strong partnerships and ensuring full compliance with contractual and regulatory standards.Risk Management and Mitigation: Devised and implemented risk management strategies to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, reducing potential quality-related issues.Data-Driven Quality Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitored, analyzed, and reported on quality metrics to Director Office & CEO, offering insights and recommendations to continues improvement Show less

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  Qatar Railways Company (Qatar Rail)

  Jan 2025 - now

  Maintenance Inspection Consultant