Mechanical Quality Assurance Specialist

We are currently seeking a qualified Mechanical Quality Assurance Specialistto join our miningteam, based out of BHP Jansen Potash Mine Project in Saskatchewan. The Mechanical Quality Assurance Specialist will represent the Quality Assurance (QA) department in a project team capacity, and will be responsible for quality advocacy, planning, implementation, verification, quality reporting and metrics and will have the opportunity to work on the Hatch Bantrel Joint Venture (HBJV) to execute engineering and construction on the BHP Jansen Potash Mine Project in Saskatchewan. Join usin this full time permanent role and be a champion of diversity and inclusion.

* Please note this position is not eligible for a relocation subsidy or living out allowance. This will be a camp position on a 15 day on 13 day off rotation.*

• Assists in planning and implementing the site QA program/plan for assigned discipline and/or area.
• Prepares quality surveillance checklists, performs quality surveillance as per plan and report any issues or discrepancies using BAIT digital tracking system.
• Identifies deficiencies and noncompliance's as a result of deviations from work processes and/or procedures.
• Initiates or assists in initiating NCR’s identified through a quality submission, audit, inspection, surveillance, etc. CAR’s/PAR’s/OFI’s as necessary.
• Reviews and investigates quality submissions and verifies that the submission is complete and clear. Coordinate with originator/FE Representative or Functional/Area Manager, as required for any additional information or clarification required and update the submission accordingly.
• Assists in validation of NCR’s details and number of tags used, etc., as assigned.
• Assists in conducting root cause analysis as directed by Site Quality Manager to identify the root causes of significant events and identifies the associated corrective/preventive actions necessary.
• Verifies the implementation of correction, corrective and preventive action to address identified deficiencies and/or noncompliance's.
• Participates in quality audits and represents the project during audits by management, the client, and certifying/permitting agencies, as directed by Site Quality Manager.
• Recommends actions to project personnel to correct observed quality deficiencies based on emerging trends.
• Reviews quality related procedures and manuals of other departments and of actual and potential suppliers and contractors for conformance to project QA program/plan requirements.
• Reviews selected field procurement documents to assure the inclusion of applicable quality requirements
• Reviews the contractor's ITP’s, check sheets, and scope of work.
• Reviews project system documentation packages for completion prior to system turnover to the Commissioning and handover to the Client.
• Conduct oral presentations to varying audiences.
• Track project (and self) progress through department standardized metrics tools
• General duties include maintaining positive relationships and open communication with internal and external customers, maintaining professionalism in all company related activities and uphold the company values, and attend and actively participate in meetings.

Qualifications

• Basic technical knowledge in the application of engineering, environmental, procurement, construction, testing, operations, practices sufficient to comprehend specified engineering, environmental, procurement, construction, testing, operations, and certification requirements.
• Knowledge of the Quality Assurance principles and their application to engineering, environmental, procurement, construction, testing, or operations.
• A recognized degree in an engineering or scientific discipline; and/or Specialized courses in engineering, quality or a specialized discipline; and/or Practical work experience in fields of Quality Assurance, design engineering, environmental, procurement, construction, testing, operations, commissioning, or business administration.
• Proficiency in the use of a PC computer and Microsoft software
• Excellent presentation, written and oral communication skills, listening & interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Pro-active, highly motivated and a strong team player with a positive attitude
• Strong ownership and responsibility for a project or task of high importance and see it through to completion.
• A proficiency in multitasking in high stress environments under tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Training in Project Management, Business, and/or Communication is beneficial.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

Additional Information

Our culture is guided by our Vision, Values and Covenants, these shape how we treat one another, our Clients, and how we achieve excellence. Bantrel has a long and vibrant history of local community involvement, employee volunteerism, and corporate philanthropy.

We offer a competitive compensation package, a great learning environment, interesting & challenging work and the opportunity for career advancement.

As part of the recruitment process, successful clearance of applicable pre-employment checks is required which may include Criminal Background/Police Information check, Drug & Alcohol test, Reference checks as well as submittal of Provincial Driver’s Abstract. Please note only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted - all other resumes will be retained for future consideration. No phone calls or unsolicited agency resumes please.