About this Quality & Continuous Improvement Engineer role at Sunreef Yachts
ROLE PURPOSE
- Manage the day-to-day implementation of the existing quality management system for yacht production and technical delivery.
- Ensure quality standards and procedures are consistently followed during yacht construction.
- Identify, document, and resolve nonconformities with proper supporting evidence.
- Analyze commissioning and after-sales findings to implement improvements in future yacht builds.
- Strengthen quality control processes and ensure continuous improvement across production activities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implement existing inspection plans, quality checklists, acceptance criteria, and quality control procedures.
- Identify gaps in existing quality procedures and recommend improvements.
- Conduct inspections of critical mechanical, electrical, and technical systems in coordination with production teams.
- Identify and document nonconformities, assign responsible personnel, and establish corrective action deadlines.
- Verify completion of corrective actions before releasing systems for commissioning.
- Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for recurring or major quality defects.
- Implement and monitor Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to prevent recurrence of defects.
- Classify quality issues related to design, production, suppliers, installation, commissioning, and operations.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Production, Service, and suppliers to resolve quality-related issues.
- Monitor defect trends and analyze feedback received from commissioning and after-sales teams.
- Ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented in subsequent yacht builds.
- Recommend improvements to existing quality standards, inspection procedures, and production processes.
- Maintain accurate inspection reports, defect registers, and corrective action records.
EXPECTED DELIVERABLES
- Completed quality inspections and inspection reports.
- Properly maintained quality-gate records and checklists.
- Updated defect and nonconformity registers.
- Verified closure of identified quality issues.
- Documented Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
- Regular review and analysis of recurring defects.
- Evidence of effective corrective actions implemented in subsequent yacht builds.
- Continuous improvement recommendations for existing quality procedures and standards.
Requirements
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Engineering or technical quality background in yacht building, marine systems, shipbuilding, or similar manufacturing industries.
- Practical experience in quality inspections, quality assurance, and quality control.
- Strong knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
- Good understanding of mechanical and electrical systems used in yachts or marine vessels.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and testing documentation.
- Experience in identifying technical defects and coordinating corrective actions across departments.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical reporting skills.
- Ability to work directly on board yachts and within shipyard production environments.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- Strong written and spoken English.
Benefits
What We Offer:
· Competitive salary and benefits package
· Opportunity to work on innovative and sustainable projects
· Supportive and growth-oriented work environment
· Exposure to international standards and advanced technologies