Quality Assurance Officer

Job Responsibility: Would you enjoy using your background in highway design and construction in a great working environment? If you have knowledge and experience with highway engineering materials, and would like working in the field on job sites, this role will be of interest to you!

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace. We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions. Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service. We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code . Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this position, your role will include:

• Monitoring and reporting on quality assurance and inspection activities on highway construction sites.
• Monitoring consultant testing laboratories.
• Providing technical expertise to Operations Office and consultant field staff.

NOTE: This position requires occasionally travel for overnight stays.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering materials applicable to highway construction and maintenance, including a sound knowledge of highway construction standards and specifications.
• Knowledge of sampling, testing and performance of highway construction materials (normally acquired through a diploma in civil engineering technology or related field and/or work experience) to collect and analyze data, prepare and evaluate reports and resolve issues that deviate from accepted standards and practices.
• Knowledge and experience with inspection practices.

Analytical, Evaluative and Organizational Skills

• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and contribute to effectively resolving problems.
• Planning, organizing and coordinating skills, with an ability to prioritize effectively.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and concern for quality standards.

Interpersonal Skills

• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively with staff, contractors and the public.
• Demonstrated integrity and flexibility in work demeanor.

Computer Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency using common office productivity software.

Additional Information:

Address:

• 1 English Permanent, 659 Exeter Rd, London, West Region

Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union Understanding the job ad - definitions Schedule: 3 Category: Science and Engineering Posted on: Friday, June 21, 2024 Note:

• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable co,llective agreement or policy provisions.
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