Quality LeadInspection

Location: Highland Valley Copper Mine Site (HVC) near Logan Lake BC
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 14 days on / 7 days off 10-hour shifts
Reports To: Project Manager

Employment Type: Hourly Project-Based (with potential for long-term work)

Lower Nicola Site Services (LNSS) is a trusted provider of construction and site services to the mining and heavy civil sectors across British Columbia. LNSS has extensive experience working on active mine sites and alongside owner teams delivering earthworks underground utilities concrete and infrastructure projects that meet strict safety environmental and quality standards.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Project Manager (and functionally supporting corporate quality requirements) the Quality Lead is responsible for implementing the project Quality Management Plan and ensuring construction activities meet contractual regulatory and client quality expectations. The role is primarily site-based and inspection-focused with a strong emphasis on earthworks underground utilities concrete and process-related quality control.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the project Quality Management Plan on site.
• Conduct field inspections and quality verification for:
  • Underground utilities and services
  • Earthworks (excavation backfill compaction grading)
  • Concrete (Mix Designs field testing batching)
• Coordinate and schedule required inspections and testing activities.
• Verify work conforms to IFC drawings specifications permits and applicable codes and standards.
• Identify document track and close non-conformances and deficiencies.
• Work with construction crews and subcontractors to resolve quality issues in a practical field-focused manner.
• Perform root cause analysis and support corrective and preventive actions for recurring quality issues.
• Interface directly with client quality and inspection personnel fostering open communication and trust.
• Review subcontractor quality documentation and confirm compliance with project requirements.
• Compile and maintain quality records inspection reports test results and turnover documentation.
• Support audits quality reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a strong quality culture aligned with LNSS safety and operational standards.
• Other duties as required by the project scope and contract requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

The successful candidate will typically possess:

• 5 years of field-based quality experience on heavy civil mining industrial or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings specifications and inspection/test plans.
• Familiarity with mine site work environments procedures and safety expectations (preferred).
• Technical diploma engineering technology CET/ASTTBC designation or equivalent experience (engineering degree an asset but not required).
• Quality-related training or certifications (ISO 9001) considered an asset.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with field crews subcontractors and client representatives.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Bluebeam; experience with electronic inspection or document control systems is an asset.
• Willingness to work a site-based schedule in a mining environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly position with rates commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Overtime in accordance with applicable regulations and site requirements.
• Mine site premiums and allowances where applicable.
• Opportunity for long-term or repeat project work with LNSS.
• Work on high-profile mine site infrastructure projects with experienced teams.

Additional Information:

• Schedule: 14 days on / 7 days off 10-hour shifts.
• Transportation: Daily shuttle service from Merritt and Kamloops to the HVC Mine Site.
• Accommodation: Local candidates or commuters preferred; no camp available. LOA will be considered for the right candidate.

What We Offer:

• Wages: $40.00 $45.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications
• Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Stability: Opportunity to work on a multi-year project through 2027.

Growth: Strong mentorship and development opportunities within a safety-focused team. Work on high-profile mine site infrastructure projects with experienced teams.