Quality Assurance Specialist

We are IAMGOLD. Innovative, Accountable Mining.

IAMGOLD is a Canadian-based gold mining company with operations and development projects across North America and West Africa. With flagship operations such as the Côté Gold Mine in Ontario—one of Canada’s largest and most technologically advanced gold mines—we’re not just mining gold; we’re shaping the future of mining.

We believe mining can be different. By combining innovation with a strong commitment to sustainability and accountability, we create lasting value for our people and the communities where we operate. At IAMGOLD, when we engage, empower, and support each other, we create extraordinary outcomes—delivering value for our people, partners, and stakeholders while building stronger, more resilient communities.

At Côté Gold, we’re leading the way in modern mining. With an 18+ year mine life, Côté Gold will inject C$5 billion in wages into the economy and create lasting benefits for the region. Over 600 full-time jobs and strong partnerships with Mattagami and Flying Post First Nations mean you’ll be part of something bigger—building prosperity and progress for generations. Industry leaders call us “a model for modern mining and sustainability”, and you can help write the next chapter.

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About the role:

We are actively seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to join the Côté Gold Mine site and report to the Manager of Projects. The role provides independent verification that construction, installation, commissioning, and turnover activities are completed in accordance with approved designs, engineering specifications, regulatory requirements, project standards, and operational expectations.

The QA Specialist will work closely with Project Managers, Engineering, Operations, Consultants, and Contractors to ensure quality requirements are clearly defined, properly executed, documented, and verified throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

Quality Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain project quality management plans.
• Establish quality requirements, inspection criteria, and acceptance standards for projects.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, standards, and contract requirements.
• Monitor contractor quality performance throughout project execution.
• Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement across project teams.

Construction Quality Assurance

• Conduct field inspections and quality surveillance activities.
• Verify construction activities meet approved design and technical requirements.
• Witness inspections, testing, and quality hold points.
• Confirm materials, equipment, and installations meet project specifications.
• Identify quality deficiencies and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Verify completion of corrective actions and deficiency closeout.

Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) Management

• Review and approve Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Ensure required inspections and testing activities are scheduled and completed.
• Track inspection records and test results.
• Maintain quality records and verification documentation.
• Coordinate with third-party inspectors and testing agencies when required.

Non-Conformance Management

• Identify, document, and track construction deficiencies and non-conformances.
• Lead investigations into quality issues and root causes.
• Coordinate corrective and preventative actions with contractors and project teams.
• Monitor timely closeout of deficiencies and non-conformance reports (NCRs).
• Maintain quality issue logs and reporting systems.

Contractor Quality Oversight

• Review contractor quality plans and procedures.
• Monitor contractor adherence to contractual quality requirements.
• Participate in contractor audits and performance reviews.
• Support contract administration through objective quality verification.
• Ensure quality documentation requirements are met prior to payment milestones and project closeout.

Commissioning and Turnover Support

• Participate in commissioning planning and readiness reviews.
• Verify completion of construction and quality documentation prior to commissioning.
• Support testing, startup, and system verification activities.
• Review turnover packages for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure as-built documentation, certificates, inspection records, and testing results are complete before handover to Operations.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain project quality records and audit trails.
• Prepare quality reports and status updates for project leadership.
• Track key quality performance indicators and trends.
• Develop lessons learned and continuous improvement recommendations.
• Support project reporting requirements for internal and external stakeholders.

Key Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of quality assurance and quality control principles.
• Knowledge of construction practices and project delivery processes.
• Familiarity with building codes, engineering standards, and construction specifications.
• Experience developing and managing Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Strong auditing and documentation skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve quality issues proactively.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Relevant Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction quality assurance, industrial construction, mining projects, infrastructure, or capital projects.
• Experience supporting projects from design through commissioning and turnover.
• Experience with quality management systems, inspections, audits, and non-conformance management.
• Experience working with contractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience with building construction, civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical systems is considered a strong asset.

Skills & Strengths, We Value:

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Quality Management, or a related discipline.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), ISO Auditor certification, or equivalent designation is considered an asset.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.), or P.Tech designation is considered an asset.

What we Offer:

At IAMGOLD, we don’t just reward performance we invest in your potential. Our total rewards package is designed to support your well-being today and encourage your growth for tomorrow. Because the future of mining, and your career, starts here. Here’s what sets you up for success:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Extended health, dental, and insurance benefits for peace of mind.
• Flexible Spending Power – Health & Personal Spending Accounts to fit your evolving needs.
• Support When It Matters – Employee & Family Assistance Program for life’s challenges.
• Future-Ready Savings – Registered Pension Plan with company match, plus TFSA & RRSP options.
• Shared Success – Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match—because we grow together.
• Teachers on Call Pilot – Tutoring for Children of Employees Grades 3-10.

Salary Range: $89,000-$133,500 + Bonus

The final offer is determined based on your individual skills, qualifications, and competencies and aligned with our commitment to internal equity.

We recognize that not everyone will meet every requirement listed, and that’s okay. If this role excites you and you believe you have relevant experience or transferable skills, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting growth and development.

We’re an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a workplace where every perspective sparks progress. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Need accommodation during the recruitment process? Just let us know, we’ll make it happen.

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Please note that IAMGOLD does not use AI tools within our applicant tracking system to support the screening of applications.