Job Title: QA/QC Lead
Client: Global Energy Operator – TotalEnergies
Location: Maputo, Mozambique
Assignment Type: Rotational – 28 days On / 28 Days Off
Start Date: 01/06/2026
Contract Length: Annually Renewable Contract
Missions / Service Dimensions
Job Dimensions
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Lead offshore rig-based well activities for the development project
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Operate in a high-technical environment in a rotational position
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Participate in both preparation and operational phases
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Supervise all Major Services QA/QC systems
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Report operationally to the Head of Operations
Key Activities
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Prepare and implement service quality plans according to Total QA/QC requirements
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Ensure materials and equipment are available on time and compliant
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Supervise equipment and QA/QC services in warehouse and yard, ensuring compliance
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Manage inspection activities for equipment manufacturing, including qualification of Third-Party Inspectors, review of purchase orders, allocation, and report review
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Analyse and follow up on TPI Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) issued to equipment manufacturers
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Build, maintain, and conduct audit system for qualification reviews of contracted local manufacturers
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Develop and distribute performance indicators for local equipment suppliers across the affiliate
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Attend service quality meetings with local equipment and service suppliers
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Recommend, initiate, and monitor corrective actions for local equipment suppliers
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Analyse incidents or downtime that raise concerns over the quality of equipment manufactured by local suppliers or sub-contractors
Context & Environment
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Supports the Golfinho-Atum Project, including construction of two LNG trains in northern Mozambique
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LNG trains process over 2 BCF of gas per day from offshore subsea gathering facilities located 40 km offshore
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Well construction team primarily based in Maputo; logistics, QA/QC, HSE, and support functions based in Pemba (9-hectare logistics base)
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One or two Drillships used for the drilling campaign
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Wells in water depths of 700–1,400 m; well depth below mudline from 2,000–3,150 m
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Current well architecture includes 36" × 20" × 14" × 10‑3/4" casing/liner scheme
Accountabilities
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Participate in preparation and operational phases of the project
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Supervise all Major Services QA/QC systems
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Report operationally to Head of Operations
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Report to Fluids Superintendent for QA/QC responsibilities
Qualifications & Experience Required
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Post-high school qualification or technical degree
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Strong technical and operational knowledge of drilling and completion tools/equipment
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Minimum 10 years of experience in offshore drilling and completion operations
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Experience with major service contractors is an advantage
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Strong knowledge of TotalEnergies QA/QC requirements
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Understanding of API Q1 and API Q2 (or equivalent) quality management systems
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Motivated, eager to learn, optimisation-oriented, and strong team player
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Fluent in English and comfortable in multicultural environments
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Valid BOSIET certification mandatory