Quality Assurance & Quality Control Manager, Nussir Processing Plant

Location: Site Base, must be residential to the Nussir Project Site

Reports To: Site Project Director (Construction Phase) / Plant Operations Manager (Operations Phase)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Position Summary

The QA/QC Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance and quality control systems for a mineral processing plant across both the construction and operational phases.

This role ensures that all engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operational activities comply with applicable standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements. The QA/QC Manager plays a critical role in establishing a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Phase (EPCM / Build-Out)

Develop and implement the Project Quality Management Plan (QMP)
Establish QA/QC procedures, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and quality documentation systems
Review engineering deliverables for compliance with specifications and standards
Ensure contractor and vendor quality programs meet project requirements
Oversee inspection and testing of:
Structural, mechanical, piping, and electrical installations
Process equipment (crushers, mills, flotation cells, thickeners, etc.)
Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), corrective actions, and root cause analysis
Coordinate third-party inspections and certifications
Conduct audits of EPCM contractors, suppliers, and site activities
Ensure proper material traceability and documentation control
Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, including system handover documentation

Commissioning & Start-Up

Verify quality readiness for commissioning systems and subsystems
Ensure completion of punch lists and deficiency tracking
Validate test work, calibration, and performance verification processes
Support development of operational quality procedures and control plans
Ensure turnover documentation is complete, accurate, and auditable

Operations Phase (Process Plant)

Develop and maintain the Operational Quality Management System (QMS)
Implement QA/QC procedures for:
Ore sampling and assaying
Metallurgical accounting and reconciliation
Process control and optimization
Product quality (concentrates, tailings, etc.)
Oversee laboratory QA/QC programs, including:
Sample preparation, analysis, and certification
External lab audits and round-robin testing
Monitor plant performance against quality KPIs and metallurgical targets
Lead investigations into production deviations and quality failures
Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and customer specifications
Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma principles)

Documentation & Compliance

Establish and manage document control systems for QA/QC records
Ensure compliance with applicable standards (e.g., ISO 9001 or equivalent)
Maintain inspection records, test reports, and quality dossiers
Prepare quality reports for management and stakeholders
Support internal and external audits

Leadership & Stakeholder Coordination

Lead and develop the QA/QC team (inspectors, lab personnel, technicians)
Interface with engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance teams
Act as the primary quality liaison with contractors, vendors, and regulators
Promote a strong quality and safety culture across the site

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in:
Metallurgical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Mineral Processing
Mechanical Engineering or related field
Professional designation (P.Eng. or equivalent) preferred

Experience

10+ years of experience in QA/QC within mining or mineral processing
Experience in both plant construction and operations is strongly preferred
Proven experience in EPC/EPCM project environments
Strong background in process plant systems (crushing, grinding, flotation, dewatering, etc.)
Experience with laboratory QA/QC and metallurgical accounting is an asset

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of QA/QC systems, standards, and methodologies