Bluemoonmetals
QA/QC, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Manager – Nussir Mineral Processing Plant
Nussir Project Site, Hammerfest Region, Finnmark, Norway. Posted 6 months ago
The role
The QA/QC Manager develops and maintains quality assurance and quality control systems for a mineral processing plant. This role covers both construction and operational phases to ensure compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.
What you will do
- Develop and implement the Project Quality Management Plan
- Establish QA/QC procedures, inspection and test plans, and quality documentation systems
- Review engineering deliverables for compliance
- Ensure contractor and vendor quality programs meet project requirements
- Oversee inspection and testing of structural, mechanical, piping, and electrical installations
- Manage non-conformance reports, corrective actions, and root cause analysis
- Coordinate third-party inspections and certifications
- Conduct audits of EPCM contractors, suppliers, and site activities
- Develop and maintain the Operational Quality Management System
- Lead and develop the QA/QC team
Required qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mineral Processing, Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 10+ years of experience in QA/QC within mining or mineral processing
- Proven experience in EPC/EPCM project environments
- Strong background in process plant systems (crushing, grinding, flotation, dewatering, etc.)
- Strong knowledge of QA/QC systems, standards, and methodologies
- Experience with Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
- Experience with Non-Conformance Management Systems
- Experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Familiarity with ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001)
- Understanding of metallurgical processes and plant performance metrics
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools
Nice to have
- Professional designation (P.Eng. or equivalent)
- Experience in both plant construction and operations
- Experience with laboratory QA/QC and metallurgical accounting
About the company
Blue Moon Metals Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.