AJAI CHANDRAN JAYACHANDRAN
Aberdeen,Abe
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in RCCA, quality engineering, and project management, adept at driving improvement initiatives within fast-paced environments. Demonstrates proficiency in supplier quality management and performance optimisation, leveraging strong documentation and drawing skills to ensure compliance with quality standards. Skilled in utilising Microsoft Office tools to support effective communication and reporting, with a focus on enhancing operational efficiency and delivering measurable results. Committed to fostering continuous improvement and achieving excellence in quality management processes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Quality Engineer| Lead Auditor
Global Inspection Consultants Limited
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
07.2023 - 03.2025
- As a freelance inspector, I specialize in quality auditing and engineering, ensuring adherence to ISO 9001 and industry standards
- With expertise in NACE Level 2, I conduct thorough assessments of pipelines and storage tanks, focusing on root cause analysis and quality control
- I am committed to delivering precise evaluations and actionable insights to enhance operational efficiency
- Open to diverse opportunities, I leverage my extensive knowledge of ASTM, NACE and ISO standards to uphold the highest quality assurance in every project
- Let's collaborate to ensure compliance and excellence in your operations
- Optimised manufacturing processes through the application of Lean Six Sigma principles.
- Facilitated periodic audits, maintaining compliance with ISO requirements.
Quality engineer
SBC General Trading & Contracting Co, W.L.L
Fahaheel, Kuwait
11.2014 - 01.2023
- Improved product quality by conducting extensive testing and analysis
- Monitored production metrics, ensuring optimal performance
- Incorporated risk management strategies to prevent potential issues during production stages
- Handled non-conformance reports, implementing necessary changes swiftly
- Collaborated with suppliers for improved raw material quality
- Conducted training sessions to improve team's understanding of quality assurance protocols
- Assisted in vendor selection process, ensuring high-quality materials procurement
- Implemented corrective actions to reduce manufacturing defects
- Reviewed technical specifications to ensure adherence to quality standards
- Facilitated periodic audits, maintaining compliance with ISO requirements
- Improved product quality by completing company, system and compliance audits
- Drafted corrective actions for non-conforming products and continued quality improvements
- Defined corrective actions for non-conforming products and complaints for continued quality improvements
- Collaborated with engineering team to communicate and achieve quality standards and outputs
- Participated actively in pre-audit planning meetings for more targeted checks
- Conducted thorough audits to enhance company's compliance with quality standards
- Assisted in training new staff on quality assurance and control measures
- Led internal audits, resulting in improved operational consistency and reliability
- Documented non-conformities accurately for proper follow-up actions
- Worked closely with quality management teams, boosting inter-departmental communication regarding quality issues
- Identified and resolved issues, ensuring continuous improvement in operations
- Examined samples for conformance with agreed quality criteria
- Inspected and maintained production machinery and parts for optimised productivity
- Carried out regular equipment checks for reliable functionality
- Mentored junior team members in QA and QC practices, enhancing overall team performance
- Led quality audits to identify and implement product and process improvement opportunities
- Investigated variations from desired standard to find root cause, implementing appropriate Corrective And Preventative Actions (CAPAs) and effective change control
- Participated in project meetings, contributed valuable inputs towards development strategies
- Led training sessions, developed skilled workforce in quality control methods
Engineer (Painting)
HINDUSTAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LTD
Assam, India
05.2014 - 10.2014
- Implemented quality assurance and process audits to optimize construction results
- Painting inspection carried out of composite welded truss girders for superstructure of Rail-Cum- Road Bridge
- Monitoring and optimizing safety procedures, production processes, and regulatory compliance
- Acquired knowledge by working alongside with more experienced work managers and superintendents
- Prepared test samples and performed testing as required by Standards
- Established painting activities as per client specifications
- Inspection and testing conducted on bracing, diagonals, chords, floor members, stringers, girders etc and increased job acceptance rate by 10%
- Worked with manufacturing teams to address and resolve non-conformances
- Resolved complex issues, applying troubleshooting and critical thinking to address numerous technical solutions
Quality Inspector
BETHEL ENGINEERING (P) LTD
Mumbai, India
05.2013 - 04.2014
- Visual inspection regarding blasting and each stage of coating system
- Stage wise inspection of thickness
- Carrying out awareness training of paint application to workers
- Ensured painting activities as per client's standards and specifications
- Responsibility for making & carrying out training, work planning, technical advice, materials inspection & equipment selection
- Implemented strict health and safety regulations for continued compliance with site requirements
- Performed thorough finishing and snagging, maintaining quality standards across large-scale projects
- Quality-checked painting work during and after completion to achieve excellent standards
- Coordinated teams of painters to deliver quality results across large-scale construction projects
- Planned, prioritised and delegated well to achieve excellent site productivity and performance levels
- Managed over two project at workshop by maintaining high standard of quality
- Job acceptance rate raised to 98% from 93%
Education
CP2-Cathodic protection technician - Corrosion
AMPP (Previously Nace)
United States of America 03.2020 -
Lead Auditor - CQI And IRCA Certified - QMS ISO 9001-2015 Lead Auditor Training Course
Bureau Veritas
India 01.2025 - 01.2025
COSHH - Health and safety
Caredemy
United Kingdom 03.2025 - 03.2025
Certified Coatings Inspector - Protective Coatings
AMPP (Previously NACE)
United States of America 02.2014 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
India 09.2009 - 04.2013
Skills
- RCCA
- Quality Engineering
- Project Management
- Improvement Initiatives
- Fast Paced Environment
- Supplier Quality Management
- Supplier Performance
- Microsoft Office
- Quality Management
- Documentation
- Drawing
Custom
FULL U.K
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
COSHH - Health and safety
Caredemy
03.2025 - 03.2025
Lead Auditor - CQI And IRCA Certified - QMS ISO 9001-2015 Lead Auditor Training Course
Bureau Veritas
01.2025 - 01.2025
Freelance Quality Engineer| Lead Auditor
Global Inspection Consultants Limited
07.2023 - 03.2025
CP2-Cathodic protection technician - Corrosion
AMPP (Previously Nace)
03.2020 -
Quality engineer
SBC General Trading & Contracting Co, W.L.L
11.2014 - 01.2023
Engineer (Painting)
HINDUSTAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LTD
05.2014 - 10.2014
Certified Coatings Inspector - Protective Coatings
AMPP (Previously NACE)
02.2014 - 02.2014
Quality Inspector
BETHEL ENGINEERING (P) LTD
05.2013 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
09.2009 - 04.2013
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