QA Specialist II

Seaspan ULC; Victoria; Hybrid; CAD 84,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipyard in Victoria is seeking a QA Specialist II to oversee the quality management system, conduct internal audits, and ensure compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary diploma in quality management and experience in related trades. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, along with a flexible work schedule after the onboarding period.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pension plan matching

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Employee Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education or equivalent experience in quality management.
• Internal auditing experience is an asset.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with teams.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain the VSL quality management system.
• Conduct internal audits and quality assurance inspections.
• Coordinate with shipyard personnel to correct non-conformities.

Skills

Internal auditing

Shipbuilding or related trades experience

Knowledge of ISO 9001

Knowledge of Power BI

Written and verbal communication skills in English

Computer proficiency in Microsoft applications

Education

Post-secondary Diploma in Quality Management Systems

Tools

Power BI

Intelex

Job description

Job Description

The QA Specialist II is responsible for the administration and maintenance of the VSL quality management system; this includes ongoing assessment to ensure that it continues to meet the objectives of both the Seaspan Shipyards Quality Policy and Quality Management System manual and works to address identified deficiencies. This position reports to the Manager, Quality Assurance.

Note: This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding. Employee will be subject to the terms of the Flexible Work Policy Agreement.

What You'll Do

• Coordinates and maintains the quality management system within Victoria Shipyards by monitoring, reporting, and administering actions which prevent non-conformities.
• Tracks and verifies corrective actions and reports on the performance of the quality system to Quality Management and the appropriate corporate group.
• Assesses non-conformances and coordinates with Shipyard personnel to correct the process or amend procedures to correct any non-conformity.
• Assists in maintaining the quality management system in a manner consistent with the quality management system manual and communicates the requirements and procedures to all employees.
• Conducts internal audits (e.g. Process, Subcontractor, etc.).
• Conducts quality assurance inspections and monitors performance tests, documents results, and is responsible for the preservation of data.
• Maintains Procedures, Work Instructions and Forms as well as Quality Assurance documentation and records related to specific projects.
• Oversee Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Quality Assurance activities, collaborating with various trades across the shipyard to ensure compliance with quality standards and project requirements. As directed, provides coordinating support for Shipyards core processes.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.
  
  
  

What You'll Bring

• Post-secondary Diploma in Quality Management Systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Internal auditing experience is an asset.
• Shipbuilding or related trades experience is an asset.
• Business ethics, integrity, and honesty in all situations.
• Knowledge of the requirements of ISO 9001.
• Knowledge of VSL Quality Assurance policies and procedures is an asset.
• Knowledge of Power BI and Intelex is an asset.
• Written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing situations and work environments.
• Initiative, active listening skills, and action/result-oriented nature.
• Ability to collaborate with teams and focus people’s energy and attention on bringing various priorities together to achieve set goals and objectives.
• Technical, analytical, presentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates tact, diplomacy, and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Computer proficiency in standard Microsoft applications.
  
  
  

Why you'll love working here

• This is a full-time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term projects, Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come.
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate’s experience.
• We also provide the best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including things such as extended health care (i.e. paramedical services for massage therapy, speech therapy, mental health coverage, physiotherapy, and more), dental care, vision care, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, childcare benefit partnership, $500 personal spending account, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
  
  
  

The estimated salary for this position is $84,600 - $103,400. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate’s skillset and experience, as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

About Us

Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.

To learn more, visit our website: www.seaspan.com

This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.