Quality Assurance Representative - Chalk River, Canada - Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Verified Company

Chalk River, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Can you see yourself providing support to our Capital and Infrastructure organization through the guidance, oversight, and assurance that management systems and quality-related requirements are met? Does the idea of also providing Quality Assurance support to projects, encompassing all phases from design, construction/commissioning, decommissioning, renewal, and installation activities for site and license-listed facilities, as well as performing audits/surveillance and assessment activities, sound appealing to you? Are you seeking a role that will challenge you? If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you

What will you be doing

Advising on quality codes and standards as applied to projects and facility operation
Understanding the Canadian nuclear safety control act and regulations applicable to CNL
Qualifying as a Lead Auditor as per CNL Requirements
Performing the role of Lead Auditor
Conducting first and second party audits/assessments
Preparing audit reports in a timely fashion and raising audit/assessment nonconformities
Reporting findings to appropriate external or CNL management/stakeholders
Developing audit plans and detailed audit schedules
Assigning and outlining work, and reviewing for technical accuracy and adequacy
Developing procedures and manuals
Developing procedures, Quality Plans, projectspecific plans, and articulating recommendations to management, regulatory authorities, and the general public
Assisting in Quality Program reviews and the reviews of Companywide quality processes and procedures
Conducting bid evaluations/vendor approvals
Completing bid evaluations on supplier proposals against quality requirements
Performing Vendor Approvals for Supply Chain to ensure proposed Suppliers are qualified and/or approved to perform the contracted work
Establishing effective relations with Suppliers recognizing and promoting the relationship and significance of strong partnerships with CNL
Reviewing adequacy and effectiveness of vendor/customer corrective action plans in response to audit/assessment/surveillance findings
Assuming a lead role in planning, executing, and reporting qualityrelated surveillance activities on behalf of CNL
Providing facilitation and training in surveillance
Identifying conditions adverse to quality
Identifying and reporting conditions adverse to quality to ensure timely resolution of qualityrelated issues
Facilitating the completion of corrective actions by project and facility responsible leaders, including nonconforming items
Supporting the Corrective Action Program by providing leadership and/or support of continual quality improvement initiatives, including performance of Apparent Cause Assessment (ACA) and/or Root Cause Assessment (RCA)

What we are looking for:

At a minimum, a Bachelors (Honours) in Engineering or Science from a university of recognized standing; or membership in an engineering or scientific organization authorized by statute to establish qualification for membership in that organization.
At minimum, 8 years of related engineering work experience is required.
Significant related experience in a field of specialization.
The Quality Assurance Representative must have initiative, a tactful and diplomatic manner, sound judgement and organizational abilities, excellent oral and written communication skills and be capable of working with minimum supervision.
Excellent working knowledge of management systems and support processes
Good knowledge of CNL's organizational structure, licensed facilities and operations are required.
Knowledge of compliance assurance, quality assurance, safety analysis, and CNL's nuclear programs, such as security, environmental protection and radiological protection.
Understanding of the Canadian nuclear regulatory framework and ability to contribute to interpretations of regulations from regulatory agencies.
Demonstrated discretion and trust in the handling and safeguarding of confidential and sensitive information.
Demonstrated commitment to quality work, adherence to standards and codes and CNL's policies and procedures.
Auditing and/or assessment training and experience would be an asset.
Knowledgeable of the Company's general policies and procedures, and the organizational structure of AECL in general. Must have understanding of AECL's business.
It would be an asset to have a working understanding of the work areas.
Superior interpersonal skills, efficient and effective communication (advanced written and oral) and organization skills are essential.
Capable of working independently and of making decisions in the absence of the Supervisor.
Demonstrates tact, diplomacy, trust, and discretion in handling and safeguarding sensitive and confidential information. Able to handle conflict and manage towards a positive outcome.
Good judgment, initiative, strong drive, positive attitude and consistent, careful atte