Insulation, Coating & PFP QA/QC Lead

IOTA Group accompagne depuis plus de 40 ans ses clients dans la mise à disposition de compétences techniques spécialisées pour des projets complexes à l’international, notamment dans les secteurs de l’énergie et des infrastructures.

We are supporting the delivery of a world-scale onshore LNG development in Northern Mozambique. The project is currently in the construction phase and involves a large multinational contractor workforce operating on site.

We are seeking a senior Insulation, Coating & Passive Fire Protection (PFP) QA/QC Lead to take discipline ownership for all surface protection, thermal insulation and passive fire protection quality activities across the onshore development

• Lead QA/QC activities for coating, insulation and PFP works on site.
• Review and approve Contractor/Subcontractor QCPs, ITPs and procedures.
• Oversee surface preparation, coating, insulation and PFP inspections.
• Verify WFT/DFT, adhesion, holiday testing, insulation thickness and PFP thickness.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, codes and manufacturer requirements.
• Manage interfaces with Welding, Mechanical and Commissioning teams.
• Review and close NCRs, technical queries and corrective actions.
• Verify personnel qualifications, material traceability and storage controls.
• Monitor quality KPIs and prepare daily/weekly/monthly reports.
• Promote HSE, quality improvement and lessons learned.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years' QA/QC experience in coating, insulation and/or PFP.
• Minimum 8 years in Lead/Supervisory roles on major Oil & Gas/LNG projects.
• NACE/AMPP CIP Level 2/3 or BGAS-CSWIP Level 2/3 – mandatory.
• Strong experience with cryogenic insulation systems: PIR/PUR, cellular glass and perlite.
• Experience with epoxy intumescent and cementitious PFP systems.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 12944, ISO 8501/8502, ISO 19840, SSPC, NACE/AMPP and ASTM standards.
• Experience with CUI and ESCC mitigation on stainless steel.
• Proven experience managing coating-before-insulation and PFP-after-hydrotest interfaces.
• Strong NCR, QMS, ITP and Contractor management experience.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• ICorr, PFP manufacturer training, CUI/CP qualifications and LNG/IOC experience are advantageous.

• Place of work: Afungi - Cabo Delgado, Mozambique
• Working Schedule : Rotations 4x4
• Starting date : 01/12/2026