QA Manager (Steelworks and Steel Construction)

SUMMARY:
Bilnor Staffing Solutions is recruiting a Quality Assurance Manager for a structural steel and construction environment based in Pretoria.

The role focuses on managing all welding documentation, QA/QC processes, inspections, reporting, NCR investigations and data file control across in-house and site operations. 

**South African Citizens and those living in the area will be preferred**

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

Welding Documentation & Certification

• Certify and maintain all in-house and site welding documentation.
• Keep all records up to date and ensure correct filing for audits and project requirements.

• Manage Floor QC Inspectors, Welding Inspectors, Coating Inspectors and Site QC Inspectors.
• Review inspector reports and photographs, complete the office-based sections, and prepare final versions for printing and scanning.

• Manage QA requirements during tenders and project setup, including weld details, NDT requirements, inspection requests and corrosion protection requirements.
• Compare tender allowances with quotes from relevant vendors (e.g., Dram, IPS).
• Arrange Stevensons or Stoncor warranties and request updated vendor quotations when required.

• Compile complete QA/QC data files.
• Maintain record keeping for all QA/QC documentation, As-Built Drawings (with Dumisani), Material Certifications and Delivery Notes (with Sharron).
• Support all QA/QC activities across production and fabrication, both in-house and outsourced.

• Issue NCRs and conduct investigations to determine causes and corrective actions.

• Monitor and check quality of welding consumables, abrasive disks and similar items.
• Identify and report issues with production tools or power tools.
• Test and compare production-related products, including price comparisons when necessary.

• Trade Certificate - Welding (Preferred)
• 5 years experience in a construction environment
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) (Preferred)
• Experience in structural steel fabrication, welding documentation, and QA/QC processes.
• Strong understanding of inspection workflows and quality reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple QA/QC teams and coordinate documentation across departments.
• Solid organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to interact with vendors, interpret tender requirements and manage warranty documentation