QA QC Supervisor (REF: IVP- PRO-2603) at Ivanhoe Mines

Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Construction or related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in QA/QC within mining, construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience in inspection, testing and quality control systems.
• Knowledge of relevant standards and specifications.
• Experience in multi-contractor environments advantageous.

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience

• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in QA/QC within mining, construction or infrastructure projects.

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:

 Quality Management System Implementation

• Develop and implement Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) for all work activities.
• Establish quality control procedures and standards across all contractors.
• Define hold points and approval stages for critical construction activities.
• Ensure all quality processes are clearly communicated and understood.

Inspection and Verification

• Conduct inspections at defined stages of construction to verify compliance.
• Ensure work is inspected and approved before progression to the next phase.
• Verify that all work meets required specifications, tolerances and standards.
• Reject work that does not meet quality requirements and ensure corrective action is taken.

Non-Conformance Management

• Identify, record and manage non-conformances (NCRs).
• Ensure root causes of defects are identified and addressed.
• Monitor corrective actions and verify resolution of issues.
• Prevent recurrence of quality issues through continuous improvement.

Contractor Quality Management and Training

• Provide guidance and training to contractors on quality standards and requirements.
• Ensure contractors understand inspection requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Develop contractor awareness of quality expectations and consequences of non-compliance.
• Support contractors in improving quality of execution.

Documentation and Audit Trail

• Maintain comprehensive records of inspections, approvals, NCRs and test results.
• Ensure all quality documentation is complete, accurate and auditable.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company quality management systems.

Integration with Construction and Engineering Teams

• Work closely with Civil, Building and Electrical Supervisors to ensure alignment.
• Ensure quality requirements are incorporated into daily execution activities.
• Participate in coordination meetings to align quality with schedule and delivery.

Risk Management

• Identify risks related to poor workmanship, non-compliance and quality failures.
• Implement proactive measures to prevent defects and rework.
• Monitor trends in quality performance and address root causes.
• Escalate risks that may impact project delivery or integrity.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify recurring quality issues and implement improvements to processes.
• Standardise best practices across contractors.
• Drive a culture of quality and accountability within the team.