SUEZ, a global leader in water and waste services for over 160 years, is seeking a QA/QC Engineer / Inspector in Abu Dhabi to inspect repair and refurbishment works, verify compliance with method statements and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), witness hold points, raise Non-Conformance Reports, review CIPP relining and pipe rehabilitation works, and act as the primary quality assurance interface between SUEZ and its repair contractors.
 About the Company — SUEZ’s Global Presence
Heritage: Over 160 years delivering essential water and waste services
Global Scale: 40,000 employees present across 40 countries
Core Mission: Protecting and improving quality of life through resilient, innovative solutions
Value Creation: Supporting customers across the full lifecycle of their assets and services
Regional Reach: Operating within the International Middle East & Central Asia business unit
 Career Impact & Technical Opportunity
Strategic Location: Abu Dhabi — a key hub for regional utility and infrastructure projects
Technical Ownership: Serve as the primary QA/QC interface between SUEZ and repair contractors
Specialized Scope: CIPP relining, joint sealing, patch repairs, manhole rehabilitation, and grouting
Career Growth: Build expertise in infrastructure quality assurance with a global environmental leader
Position Overview
The QA/QC Engineer / Inspector is responsible for inspecting all repair and refurbishment works and verifying compliance with SUEZ-issued method statements, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), approved material specifications, and contract requirements. This role is the primary quality assurance interface between SUEZ and the repair contractor, ensuring that completed works meet the required standard before acceptance across sewer, pipe, and utility network rehabilitation projects.
 Why This Role Matters: As QA/QC Engineer at SUEZ, you safeguard quality across critical utility infrastructure repairs, review and approve ITPs for CIPP relining, joint sealing, and manhole rehabilitation, witness hold points and verify post-repair CCTV inspections, raise and track Non-Conformance Reports through to close-out, maintain a complete QA/QC records register supporting payment approvals, and join a 160-year global leader operating across 40 countries with 40,000 employees.
Key Responsibilities
ITP Review & Pre-Repair Inspection
- Review and comment on ITPs submitted by the repair contractor for each repair method, including CIPP relining, joint sealing, patch repairs, manhole rehabilitation, and grouting
- Conduct pre-repair inspections to verify that repair zones have been correctly identified, isolated, and prepared per approved method statements
Hold Point Witnessing & Verification
- Witness and document ITP hold points and witness points, including pre-repair condition surveys, material delivery, and quality checks
- Review post-repair CCTV inspection footage and reports to confirm repairs meet the required standard
- Inspect completed repairs and verify conformance with approved method statements, material specifications, and engineering drawings
Non-Conformance Management
- Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for works that deviate from approved methods, specifications, or quality standards
- Track NCRs through to resolution and close-out
- Support the technical team in identifying recurring repair failures or quality patterns requiring methodology revision
Material Review & Documentation
- Review contractor material submittals and Method Statements, confirming valid third-party certification and suitability
- Maintain a complete QA/QC records register, including ITP sign-offs, material delivery records, inspection reports, NCRs, and CCTV verification records
- Ensure all quality records are properly filed in the project document management system
Reporting & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Provide QA/QC input to monthly progress reports, summarising inspection activities, pass/fail rates, and outstanding NCRs
- Liaise with the Quantity Surveyor to ensure no uninspected works are accepted for payment
 Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Engineering degree in Civil, Mechanical, or equivalent discipline from a recognized university
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 6 years of post-graduate experience, including at least 3 years in QA/QC inspection or supervision on infrastructure or utility network projects
- Demonstrable experience developing, reviewing, and implementing ITPs and Method Statements
- Experience with CIPP relining, pipe rehabilitation, or underground utility repair works strongly preferred
Essential Skills & Certifications
- Familiarity with CCTV sewer inspection interpretation and post-repair verification
- Knowledge of relevant standards: ISO 9001, EN 13508 (sewer condition assessment), or equivalent
- A recognised QA/QC qualification (e.g., ISO 9001 Internal Auditor, IRCA Lead Auditor, or equivalent) is an advantage
- Valid UAE driving licence required for field travel across Abu Dhabi
 About SUEZ
Faced with growing environmental challenges, for more than 160 years SUEZ has been acting to deliver essential services that protect and improve the quality of life. SUEZ enables its customers to provide access to water and waste services, with resilient and innovative solutions. With 40,000 employees present in 40 countries, the Group enables its customers to create value over the entire lifecycle of their assets and services, and to drive their ecological transition together with their end-users.
Career Excellence: Build a technical quality assurance career with a global environmental services leader operating across the Middle East and Central Asia.
 Who Should Apply?
- QA/QC Engineers:Â With 6+ years of experience in infrastructure or utility network inspection
- Civil/Mechanical Engineers:Â With ITP and Method Statement development expertise
- Pipe Rehabilitation Specialists:Â Experienced in CIPP relining and underground utility repair
- Sewer Inspection Professionals:Â Familiar with CCTV condition assessment and verification
- ISO 9001 / IRCA Certified Auditors:Â Seeking a technical inspection role in the utilities sector
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