QA/QC Specialist - Mining & Construction

SOUTH32 Limited; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual short-term incentive

Retirement match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd. seeks a Specialist QA/QC to manage quality assurance for the Hermosa processing and paste plants.

The role involves heavy field interaction with construction teams and multiple contractors, ensuring regulatory and code compliance. The ideal candidate has a technical degree in construction or related field, 3+ years QA/QC experience on large-scale mining projects, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Technical Degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent trade qualification.
• 3+ years of QA/QC experience on large-scale mining and/or construction projects.
• Industrial construction experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills; Spanish language skills are an asset.
• Knowledge of ore processing facilities is an asset.
• Proficiency in reading 2D and 3D drawings, designs, and specifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assure code and procedural compliance for construction activities related to underground development and construction.
• Review contractors' and vendors' Quality Management Systems and perform periodic audits.
• Develop Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) for specific work packages.
• Inspect and report on construction activities and vendor-supplied materials using plans, engineering reports, specifications, and other technical documentation.
• Assist contractors with implementation of corrective and recovery actions when NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports) are identified.
• Identify contractor performance issues and collaborate with contractors and internal stakeholders to resolve quality concerns.
• Review and provide input on construction designs and schedules as they relate to quality requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Ensure conformity with applicable industry codes, standards, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with South32 change management processes.
• Ensure timely delivery of construction QA/QC services to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the management of site construction contractors from a quality assurance perspective.
• Periodically review the Construction Management Execution Plan and recommend revisions to maintain quality compliance.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to QA/QC technicians.

Skills

QA/QC experience

Construction management

Safety leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Reading drawings

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Construction Management degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd. seeks a Specialist QA/QC to manage quality assurance for the Hermosa processing and paste plants.

The role involves heavy field interaction with construction teams and multiple contractors, ensuring regulatory and code compliance. The ideal candidate has a technical degree in construction or related field, 3+ years QA/QC experience on large-scale mining projects, and strong English communication.