Project Manager – Quality Control (Shipyard / Refit)
Location: Naples, Italy
Employer: My client (leading multi-sector shipyard group)
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Overview
My client operates a major Mediterranean shipyard specialising in the repair, maintenance, and refit of a diverse fleet, including commercial vessels, government ships, and high-value superyachts. The facility combines heavy engineering capability with dedicated superyacht refit services, positioning it as a hybrid refit hub delivering complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager – Quality Control to oversee and drive quality standards across refit and repair projects. This role is critical in ensuring that all works—ranging from large-scale commercial repairs to high-specification yacht refits—are delivered in line with contractual, regulatory, and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and enforce quality control processes across multiple concurrent projects within the shipyard
* Act as the primary point of accountability for inspection, testing, and acceptance criteria throughout project lifecycles
* Ensure compliance with classification societies, flag state requirements, and international maritime standards
* Develop and implement quality assurance plans (QAPs) and inspection & test plans (ITPs)
* Coordinate closely with production, engineering, and subcontractors to ensure adherence to defined quality benchmarks
* Oversee defect identification, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
* Manage client and surveyor relationships with a focus on transparency and technical credibility
* Conduct regular audits of workshops, processes, and documentation to maintain consistent standards
* Support project teams in balancing time, cost, and quality constraints, with a strong emphasis on right-first-time delivery
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives across both commercial vessel and superyacht refit activities
Candidate Profile
* Proven experience as a Project Manager or Quality Manager within ship repair, shipbuilding, or refit environments
* Strong understanding of both commercial vessel operations and superyacht standards (desirable)
* In-depth knowledge of marine engineering systems, structural works, and outfitting processes
* Familiarity with major classification societies (e.g. Lloyd’s Register, DNV, Bureau Veritas)
* Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects in a fast-paced shipyard environment
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in quality deviation and non-conformance management
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, surveyors, and technical teams
* Fluency in Italian is mandatory, with strong professional English also required
Key Attributes
* Detail-oriented with a rigorous approach to quality and compliance
* Comfortable operating across both heavy industrial and high-specification luxury environments
* Proactive, hands-on, and able to challenge standards where necessary
* Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
Why Apply
This is a unique opportunity to join a shipyard that combines deep engineering capability with a growing presence in the superyacht refit sector. xdwybme The role offers exposure to a broad spectrum of vessel types and technically demanding projects, making it ideal for candidates seeking both variety and complexity in their work.