Welding Quality Manager / SHEQ Manager

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES027237/RS

Date posted:

Thursday, July 23, 2026

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client, a well-established engineering and manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced Welding Quality Manager who will also assume responsibility as the company's SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality) Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused professional with extensive welding inspection experience and a strong understanding of ISO standards, quality management systems, and SHEQ compliance. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, workplace safety, and continuous improvement across the business.

POSITION INFO:
Our client, a well-established engineering and manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced Welding Quality Manager who will also assume responsibility as the company's SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality) Manager . This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused professional with extensive welding inspection experience and a strong understanding of ISO standards, quality management systems, and SHEQ compliance. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, workplace safety, and continuous improvement across the business. Key Responsibilities Welding Quality Management Develop, implement, and maintain the company's welding quality management system. Ensure compliance with applicable welding codes and standards (ISO, ASME, AWS, EN, SANS where applicable). Review Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Qualification Records (WPQ). Manage welding inspections throughout fabrication and production. Oversee Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities and interpretation of inspection reports. Investigate quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions. Manage customer quality requirements and resolve quality-related concerns. Coordinate internal and external quality audits. Monitor quality performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives. SHEQ Management Develop and maintain the company's SHEQ Management System. Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant environmental legislation. Maintain ISO management systems, including ISO 9001 and preferably ISO 45001 and ISO 14001. Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and implement corrective actions. Drive safety awareness and promote a strong SHEQ culture throughout the organisation. Coordinate emergency preparedness, safety committees, toolbox talks, and SHEQ training. Maintain statutory records, permits, and compliance documentation. Prepare for customer, supplier, and certification audits. Minimum Requirements Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, Welding Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical discipline. Certified Welding Inspector (CWI, CSWIP, IIW, SAIW or equivalent) preferred. Lead Auditor qualification will be advantageous. Minimum 5-10 years' experience in welding quality management within a heavy engineering, fabrication, manufacturing, pressure vessel, structural steel, mining, or industrial environment. Proven experience managing SHEQ systems within an engineering or manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of welding codes, quality standards, and inspection techniques. Experience with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems. Knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 will be advantageous. Experience with root cause analysis, CAPA, NCR management, and continuous improvement methodologies. Excellent report writing and documentation skills. Strong leadership, communication, and people management abilities. Please send your cv to

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