Posted 3 months ago
QA Inspector - Tailings
@ Suncor Energy Operating Inc.
Fort McMurray, Alberta
Overview
Suncor Energy Operating Inc. is hiring a full-time QA Inspector for its oil sands tailings operations. The role performs field quality inspections and surveillance of slurry piping systems, welding, coating, hydrotesting and integrity work. It requires substantial inspection certifications and 5 to 7 years of relevant experience, with extended hours possible during outages.
Responsibilities:
- Inspect slurry piping systems and welding, coating and mechanical work in the field
- Verify work against drawings, specifications, ITPs and regulations
- Witness hold points and testing, and review contractor quality records
- Identify and document non-conformances and support corrective actions
- Support piping integrity, corrosion monitoring and failure investigations
Requirements summary:
- 5 to 7 years of piping inspection, QA/QC or integrity experience
- API 570 or API 510 inspection certification
- CWB Welding Inspector Level I
- CGSB Level I UT and Level II MT/PT certifications
- Ability to read P&IDs, isometrics and welding procedures
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Quality assurance |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | overtime |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | API 570, API 510, CWB Welding Inspector Level I, CGSB Level I UT, CGSB Level II MT/PT |
| Education | Trade certificate (preferred), College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Engineering technology, Trades |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Suncor Energy Operating Inc.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
At Suncor, we produce and provide energy.
When you join Suncor, you become part of a company that has built a solid foundation for both business and employee success. We are a place where talented people thrive. As part of our team, you play a vital role in delivering energy we all rely on, and you'll make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work.
Key Accountabilities
- Conduct field quality inspections and surveillance activities for slurry piping systems and associated infrastructure.
- Verify work execution complies with:
- Approved engineering drawings.
- Construction specifications.
- Suncor procedures and standards.
- Inspection and Test Plans (ITP's)
- Applicable regulatory requirements.
- Provide quality assurance surveillance for:
- Slurry piping spools installations.
- Piping spools repairs and RIK's.
- Welding and fabrication activities.
- Mechanical maintenance activities.
- Coating and lining applications.
- Hydrotesting and leak testing activities
- Integrity mitigation work scopes.
- Verify welding activities comply with approved WPS requirements and quality expectations.
- Witness and document critical inspection hold points and testing activities.
- Review contractor quality documentation, turnover packages, and inspection records.
- Identify, document, and communicate non-conformance issues and support corrective actions.
- NDE Support on Tailings, fixed plant and Mine areas when required.
- Support piping integrity initiatives including:
- Corrosion monitoring activities
- Thickness monitoring programs
- Inspection findings review
- Risk mitigation activities
- Defect tracking and repair verification
- Support failure investigations, root cause analyses, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Promote a strong safety culture and quality mindset throughout all field activities.
Qualifications
- Journeyperson trade certification, engineering technology diploma, or related technical education.
- Minimum 5–7 years of experience in Piping Inspection, QA/QC, Integrity, Maintenance, or construction within heavy industrial or oil sands operations.
- Inspection certification API 570 or 510 & CWB Welding Inspector Level I.
- NDE CGSB certifications level I UT and Level II MT/PT.
- Experience with:
- Pipeline systems
- Welding and fabrication
- Mechanical maintenance
- Integrity management processes
- Ability to interpret:
- P&IDs
- Isometric drawings
- Welding procedures
- Engineering specifications
- Inspection reports
- Strong knowledge of quality assurance processes and field inspection practices.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and digital documentation systems.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong field presence and ability to work independently.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to challenge work quality concerns respectfully and effectively.
- Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.
- Ability to prioritize multiple activities in a fast-paced environment.
Working Conditions
- Field-based role supporting active oil sands tailings operations
- Frequent travel throughout operating areas and field sites
- Exposure to varying environmental and weather conditions
- Extended hours may be required during outages, major maintenance events, and projects
Think we are a fit? Apply now!
Suncor is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and building an inclusive, results-oriented and high-performance culture where all members of our team feel safe, valued and respected.
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