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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 const