Deputy Site Quality Manager/Lead

Deputy Site Quality Manager/Lead

Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. They are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in their personnel, and helps them develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you are invited to apply for this role.

Overview

The Quality Assurance Lead is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the project’s Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure all engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities meet Saskatchewan mining regulations, CSA standards, client specifications, and internal quality requirements.

This role provides leadership to QA/QC teams, interfaces with contractors, and ensures the project delivers safe, compliant, and high‑quality outcomes.

• This position is based on our project site near Leroy Saskatchewan on a 14/7 rotation. 

Responsibilities

• Quality Management System — Develop, implement, and maintain the project QMS aligned with ISO 9001 and mining‑sector best practices.
• Inspection & Test Planning — Approve ITPs, quality plans, and contractor QA documentation.
• Regulatory Compliance — Ensure adherence to Saskatchewan OH&S, mining regulations, environmental requirements, and applicable CSA/ASTM standards.
• Audit Leadership — Lead internal and external audits, supplier audits, and construction quality audits.
• Non‑Conformance Management — Oversee NCRs, root‑cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Contractor Oversight — Monitor contractor performance, verify compliance, and escalate quality risks.
• Documentation Control — Ensure accurate and timely quality documentation, turnover packages, and QA records.
• Material Verification — Validate material certifications, welding procedures, coatings, and equipment compliance.
• Commissioning Support — Support pre‑commissioning and commissioning quality verification.
• Team Leadership — Mentor QA/QC inspectors, coordinate daily activities, and ensure competency across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related technical field.
• 10+ years of QA/QC experience in mining, heavy industrial, oil & gas, or major capital projects.
• Strong knowledge of:

• Saskatchewan Mining Regulations
• ISO 9001 QMS
• CSA W47.1/W59 (welding)
• NACE/AMPP coatings standards
• API/ASTM/ASME standards
• Experience leading audits and managing NCR/CAR processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary QA/QC teams.
• Strong communication and contractor‑management skills.

Preferred Certifications

• CWB Welding Inspector Level 2 or 3 — Strongly preferred for overseeing welding quality, procedure qualification, and structural compliance.
• AMPP/NACE Coatings Inspector Level 1 or 2 — Highly desirable for managing coatings QA, surface prep verification, and corrosion‑control compliance.
• CQA (ASQ Certified Quality Auditor).
• CQE (ASQ Certified Quality Engineer).
• P.Eng. or EIT designation.
• Project Management certification (asset).

PLEASE NOTE: Only those eligible to work in Canada will be considered for this position and only those selected for interviews will be contacted. TRS is an equal opportunity company.

To apply for this position, please send your Word formatted resume to Voir email sur trsstaffing.com. Please include the job number and title of the position in the application subject line.

TRS Staffing Solutions Inc. specializes in supplying engineers, designers, project managers, and other technical and professional services personnel to a broad spectrum of industries worldwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or any other criteria protected by governing law.