Quality Controller

Listing reference: ca_001955
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 17 July 2026
Position summary
Industry: Mining & Quarrying
Job category: Other: Mining
Location: Brits
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
Introduction
Cementation Africa invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Quality Controller to be placed in Tharisa Mine. The successful candidate will report to the Safety Manager. The company will provide remuneration and benefits relevant and appropriate to the position. Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South African (HDSA) candidates. Applications only open to South African Citizens / Permanent Residents.
Job description

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:        Effective supervision, planning and control of the daily tasks of the Quality Control Assistants

  •         Understand the work cycles for effective planning and resource allocation
  •         Analyse the project planner and draw up an inspection schedule for off-site equipment and acceptance inspections
  •         Conduct thorough scheduled and ad-hoc audits, including reading and inspecting mining / engineering drawings to ensure conformance
  •         Verify all activities are signed-off by relevant parties, ensure 100% adherence to quality requirements prior to sign-off
  •         Accurate compilation of data books and acceptance of the data book by the client's Quality Representative
  •         Accurate data books and acceptance of the data book by the client’s quality representative
  •         Liaise with the Manager to communicate findings and escalate issues of non-compliance
  •         Keep a register of non-compliances raised during the duration of the project
  •         Perform a monthly trend analysis on non-compliances to ensure there is no repetition thereof
  •         Maintain sound relationships with relevant stakeholders, participate in meetings and be objective and appropriately firm where required
  •         Performance manage, coach and train subordinates to ensure employee capacity building
  •         Team and self-understand and comply with relevant standards, regulations, client and Cementation Africa’s standards, procedures, polices and safety protocols
  • Proactive risk identification and mitigation and report timeously
  • Effective team and self-management in alignment with Cementation Africa’s values and leadership initiatives

Minimum requirements

Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:
  •         National Diploma in Quality Management or similar at NQF level 6 [essential]
  •         Mechanical / Electrical / Construction / Mining FET Certificate at NQF level 4 or similar technical qualification [Essential]
  •         Knowledge of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System (Essential)
  •         ISO 9001 Internal Auditor qualification/training (Preferred)
  •         Proficient in MS Office [Word, Excel]
  •         Valid Medical Certificate of Fitness to conduct underground visits
  •         Valid First Aid Certificate
  •         Valid E or EB Driver's license
  •         Ability to supervise a team of quality control assistants
  •         Ability to read and interpret drawings and evaluate implementation and compliance thereto
  •         Proactive and energetic individual with strong follow-through skills
  •         Highly organised, systematic, observant and perceptive with strong attention to detail
  •         Good written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate at all levels
  •         Understanding of business management systems in an organisation
  •         Knowledge of SANS standards and specifications [Advantageous]
Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:
  •         At least 3 years of experience in a similar quality control role in a project environment
  •         Sector experience advantageous e.g. mining, fabrications etc.
All appointments will be done in line with our employment equity strategy.
 
Disclaimer
  1. The Recruiter may amend, delete or expire jobs at any time without notification.
  2. Cementation Africa reserves the right not to proceed with filling the position.
  3. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview.
  4. If you do not receive any feedback on your application within 4 weeks from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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