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Muhammad Faheem Tahir

@muhammadfaheemtahir

Quality Management Specialist and QA/QC leader delivering ISO 17025/9001-driven operational excellence.

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can lead ISO-focused QA/QC and QHSE programs, manage audits and NCR closure, and build scalable management systems—preferably in major infrastructure or laboratory environments where operational excellence matters.

I’m a result-oriented Quality Management Specialist with over 17 years of experience across Testing, Inspection, and Construction in the Middle East. I specialize in designing and scaling Integrated Management Systems (IMS) from scratch while turning quality frameworks into operational excellence.

Throughout my career, I’ve secured and maintained multiple high-stake accreditations—especially ISO 17025—while leading audits for major clients, including Saudi Aramco, NEOM consultants, and contractors. I’m known for keeping certifications valid through effective compliance monitoring and controls, including maintaining zero lapses in certification validity.

In large infrastructure environments, I’ve led NEOM QA/QC and audit programs across mega projects, coordinating with contractors and PMCs and driving timely NCR closure. I also reduced non-conformities (NCs) by 25% in my first year by implementing a standardized audit schedule and proactive CAPA follow-up.

I bring strong QHSE leadership, including integrating ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 across branches while maintaining ISO 17020 and ISO 17025 accreditations through internal monitoring and staff training. I also support digital transformation, migrating manual QHSE tracking to digital bug tracking and quality management software.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

SG

Quality Manager

SGS

Nov 2025 - Apr 2026 (5 months)

Led the QMS framework for Jubail operations, ensuring full compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 17025. Managed internal audit programs and coordinated external accreditation audits while maintaining zero certification lapses through compliance monitoring and controls.

QA

Quality Manager

Qemmet Alrawasi

Oct 2024 - Sep 2025 (11 months)

Managed NEOM Approved (Code A) QA/QC activities for Work Order #001 and associated variation orders. Prepared and monitored PQP, quality procedures, method statements, and ITPs, and oversaw WIRs, MIRs, KPIs, NCRs, and risk management through internal audits and stakeholder quality/progress meetings.

SA

Quality Manager

SAJCO

Jan 2024 - Sep 2024 (8 months)

Managed NEOM Approved (Code A) QA/QC for Work Orders #27 and #30 in Trojena. Led preparation, implementation, and monitoring of PQP, quality procedures, method statements, and ITPs, while managing WIRs, MIRs, KPIs, NCRs, and risk activities through internal audits and quality/progress meetings with stakeholders.

NE

Lead Auditor

NEOM

Jul 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 5 months)

Managed QA/QC activities for NEOM Work Orders across mega infrastructure projects and coordinated with multiple contractors and PMCs across project zones. Led 30+ audits and ensured timely NCR closure and compliance for work orders within all NEOM regions.

AE

QHSE Manager

AmSpec Middle East

Feb 2021 - Nov 2021 (9 months)

Integrated ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 across multiple Middle East branches to ensure 100% compliance with regional regulatory requirements. Maintained ISO 17020 and ISO 17025 accreditations for laboratory and inspection services through internal monitoring and staff training.

JS

QHSE Manager

Jamal Ahmed Delivery Services

Jan 2020 - Feb 2021 (1 year 1 month)

Developed and implemented a management system from scratch in line with organizational requirements and ensured its effective rollout across operational activities. Delivered staff training to support understanding and compliance and provided guidelines for adherence to system processes.

BV

Middle East QA Manager

Bureau Veritas

Jan 2013 - Nov 2019 (6 years 10 months)

Directed the QA strategy for high-volume Middle East operations, overseeing validity and renewal of multiple certifications simultaneously. Reduced non-conformities by 25% in the first year by implementing a standardized audit schedule and proactive CAPA follow-up, and served as the primary point of contact for external accreditation bodies to maintain certification retention.

MR

Quality Manager

M. A. Al-Azzaz (RICI)

Jun 2009 - Jan 2013 (3 years 7 months)

Approved as Lead Quality Auditor for Saudi Aramco contractors, conducting high-level audits to ensure supplier compliance with stringent oil & gas standards. Managed end-to-end management system implementation, achieving initial ISO 17025 accreditation for laboratory facilities and certifications for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001.

SL

Software Quality Assurance Lead

Sensys Private Limited

Aug 2004 - May 2008 (3 years 9 months)

Led QA activities for application testing in accordance with defined testing standards and procedures. Managed defect tracking and coordination with development teams to ensure timely issue resolution, monitored defect status, and shared QA status reports with management and stakeholders.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Central Punjab logoUP

University of Central Punjab

Master’s in Computer Sciences, Computer Sciences

2001 - 2003

Master’s in Computer Sciences at the University of Central Punjab in Pakistan from 2001 to 2003.

University of the Punjab logoUP

University of the Punjab

Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce

1995 - 1997

Bachelor of Commerce at the University of the Punjab in Pakistan from 1995 to 1997.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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