Acuren is currently recruiting for a Lead QA/QC Inspector for the NOVA Chemicals Outage in Joffre, AB. 

This role requires a strong working knowledge of inspection techniques, industry standards, and quality systems, as well as the ability to confidently interpret technical drawings, specifications, and inspection procedures. Working with minimal supervision, QA/QC Inspectors exercise sound judgment when evaluating inspection results, accurately document findings, and proactively communicate concerns, deviations, or non-conformances to appropriate personnel.

Position Details: 

• Location:NOVA Chemicals – Joffre, AB

• Duration: ASAP to June 20th, 2026

• Shift: Monday–Saturday, 12-hour shifts 

• Employment Type: Subcontractors and employees welcome

• Provide technical input to clients as required on welding and metallurgical matters
• Provide technical guidance on the application of non-destructive examination (NDE) techniques and procedures
• Perform inspections to verify work complies with project quality requirements, applicable codes, specifications, drawings, procedures, and contractual obligations
• Ensure all required inspection documentation and records are accurately generated, maintained, and completed for inspections within the scope of the inspector’s training and current certifications
• Perform external and internal visual inspections of pressure equipment
• Coordinate NDE activities in accordance with project scope and inspection plans
• Provide technical input and recommendations related to vessel repairs
• Prepare and submit timely, accurate inspection reports and status updates
• Fully comply with all Acuren and client safe work practices and actively participate in site safety programs and initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• CWB Level 2 certification required
• API 510/570 considered a strong asset

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 3–5 years of experience working in an inspection or QA/QC role utilizing API and/or CWB standards

• Additional API certifications (e.g., API 653) are considered an asset

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to safely ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, and stairs, and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment

• Ability to position oneself to work in confined spaces such as trenches, pits, manholes, and tunnels (including crouching and crawling)

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or otherwise move up to 50 lbs on a regular or occasional basis

• Ability to safely climb ladders while carrying up to 40 lbs

• Ability to respond quickly to auditory cues (hearing) and visually identify and respond to potentially hazardous situations (distance vision and near acuity)

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods

• Ability to work in cold environments and on concrete surfaces for extended durations

• Ability to traverse uneven, irregular, and steep terrain safely

The strength of Acuren lies in its outstanding people. As a rapidly growing, intensely innovative, international publicly traded company, the opportunities to pursue challenging and diverse career development paths are vast.

Complemented by an attractive and comprehensive total compensation package, including paid time off, employer paid benefits, RRSP + Company match, tuition grants, discounted fitness memberships and insurance offerings, employee assistance programs and more! At Acuren we commit to the principles of a respectful workplace and offer tremendous opportunities to those who wish to succeed.

Join our team at Acuren and embark on a rewarding journey where you will contribute to the company's growth and success while advancing your career. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team of professionals.

As an organization, our strength comes from the ability to embody our core values - People First, Integrity Always, Pride In Our Work, and Growth Together. None of these values is more important than People First, and we are honored that our people decided the company is worthy of being included in the Forbes 2024 and 2025 List of Canada's Best Employers.

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 5,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality, and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.

Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

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