Specialist Quality Assurance

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

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Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

Discover a Brighter Future

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT Hermosa

Hermosa, located approximately 75 miles south-east of Tucson, Arizona, is the only advanced mining project in the United States as of 2023 that could produce two federally designated critical minerals—manganese and zinc—as well as silver and lead. The project has the potential to help power the nation’s clean energy future, strengthen the domestic supply chain of critical minerals, grow the local economy, and improve lives in Santa Cruz County and the surrounding community for generations to come.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.
• When you choose to contribute more into your retirement savings, South32 will match it up to a certain percentage.

• South32 provides you with 4 weeks paid time off.
• 12 weeks full-paid parental leave for primary careers and 2 weeks full-paid parental leave for secondary careers

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Specialist Quality Assurance, supports the management of construction activities for the Processing Plant and the Paste Plant. Responsibilities include support of management of multiple contractors and subcontractors including: health, safety, security, environmental compliance, quality, planning, scheduling, reporting, community relations and meeting targets within budget and on time. This role requires heavy field interaction and interface with integrated construction teams. This role is a Permanent position based at the Hermosa Project site, near Patagonia, Arizona.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• 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.

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Technical Degree in Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent trade qualification.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle and meet company insurability requirements.
• 3+ years of QA/QC experience on large-scale mining and/or construction projects.
• Industrial construction experience preferred.
• Experience working collaboratively with teams and interacting with customers.
• Proven track record of maintaining a safe work culture.
• Knowledge of ore processing facilities is an asset.
• Strong understanding of Quality Assurance and Quality Control principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Ability to read, interpret, and provide feedback on 2D and 3D drawings, designs, and specifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated field safety leadership with the ability to promote safety and operational excellence.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong relationship-building skills, including empathy, emotional intelligence, cross-cultural effectiveness, and the ability to build consensus and alignment.
• High standards of professional and ethical conduct.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills; Spanish language skills are an asset.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all.