Job 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 being an essential Quality Assurance support to ensure effective and efficient product and service delivery that is compliant with statutory and regulatory requirements through the provision of quality services appeal to you? If you answered yes, then apply now to our Quality Assurance Representative position!What will you be doing!

• Advising on application of quality codes and standards
• Advising on quality codes and standards as applied to projects and facility operation
• Providing guidance to customers in applying quality standards
• 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 non-conformities
• 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, project-specific plans, and articulating recommendations to management, regulatory authorities, and the general public
• Assisting in Quality Program reviews and the reviews of Company-wide 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 quality-related 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 quality-related issues
• Facilitating the completion of corrective actions by project and facility responsible leaders, including non-conforming 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.
• Significant related engineering work experience related to civil, pressure boundary and environmental remediation construction.
• Significant related experience in a field of specialization.
• Preference is for experience in formal project execution for construction projects, infrastructure projects and operations facility modifications
• 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\xe2\x80\x99s organizational structure, licensed facilities and operations are required.
• Knowledge and experience in the application of standards such as but not limited to: CSA N286, CSA N285, ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, CSA B51 ASME NQA-1 and 10CFR50 Appendix B, CSA Z299 Series (being replaced by CSA N299 series) ISO/IEC 17025 or ISO 10012, ISO 9001, CSA N286.7, ISO 90003 or IEC 61513, CSA N288.4 and N288.5, ISO 14001.
• Knowledge of compliance assurance, quality assurance, safety analysis, and CNL\xe2\x80\x99s 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.
• Proficiency in the use of a variety of software applications to compile data and create reports such as the use of Microsoft Office, Oracle and CNL\xe2\x80\x99s Documents/Records management system.
• 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\xe2\x80\x99s 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\xe2\x80\x99s 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 attention to detail are essential in this position to ensure accurate work and meet client/customer requirements, solve problems, obtain, and analyze data.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality work and professional standards.
• Must lead change and help others to accept and understand change, share their skills and proactively learn new skills.
• The work for which they are responsible must be performed accurately and with attention to detail, under the pressure of stringent deadlines.
• The position will require contact with the public and regulatory agencies, thus a need for tact and diplomacy.
• Must be able to assimilate and resolve technical and regulatory issues.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills, as well as good presentation skills.
• Depending on the location of work, travel will be required periodically.
• Requires energy, flexibility and an ability to work in a team environment
• Identify conditions adverse to quality and report these to the appropriate level of line management, up to the Director of Quality as required to resolve quality-related issues.
• Monitor performance against stated quality objectives and measures

Security clearance eligibility required: Level 2 Secret which has a minimum requirement of 7 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat \xe2\x80\x9cStandard on Security Screening\xe2\x80\x9d and the \xe2\x80\x9cPolicy on Government Security\xe2\x80\x9d.Why CNL?Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We\'re reinventing ourselves to be the pace setters, so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

• Work-life balance is an integral part of our overall health and well-being; at CNL, we value this.

We offer a complete total rewards package:

• paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• benefits effective day one, that\xe2\x80\x99s right no waiting period;
• tuition support
• and a pension!

Location of Work - Hybrid Onsite:

• CNL works with employees across our Canadian locations to enable remote work when possible. This role requires that the majority of time worked be at CNL\xe2\x80\x99s Chalk River Laboratory site while also providing opportunities to work remotely, where possible, if desired by the employee. CNL\xe2\x80\x99s Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an area that is environmentally pristine with extensive forests, hills and numerous small lakes, all of which support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa and Deep River, provide you with unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep! In fact, Deep River was named the fourth best place to live in Canada in a recent ranking by movingwaldo.com

About CNL:CNL is Canada\'s premier nuclear science and technology organization and a world leader in developing nuclear technology for peaceful and innovative applications. Using our unique expertise, we are restoring and protecting the Environment, we are advancing clean energy technology, and our medical breakthroughs continue to improve the health of people around the world.Our Priorities:

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promote equity, diversity and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities.CNL also supports a workplace environment and a corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity and Excellence, which encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist with whom you are in contact. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.#LI-HYBRID

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