Quality Assurance Technologist

TE1 Technical Engineering Officer 1

Regular/full-time; Departmental

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Construction Support Services, Engineering & Technical Service

Brandon MB, Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 42517

Salary(s):   TE1 $64,675.00 - $79,597.00 per year

Closing Date:   May 12, 2024

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be established to fill similar regular, term and departmental positions within the department and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

Transportation and Infrastructure is seeking highly motivated individuals to work as a Quality Assurance Technologist for vacancies in Brandon and Winnipeg, Manitoba.  This position offers the ability to work independently and at the same time in a team environment to provide the expert and experience technical training, consulting and support to department staff in assisting in the delivery of our highway construction program. 

Candidates are required to submit their resume and cover letter. (Word or fillable PDF only).

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must possess and maintain a valid Full Class 5 Manitoba driver’s licence.
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check.
• Must be able and willing to travel to work sites within the province by small aircraft, boat, ATV etc.
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties associated with this position.
• Must be able to travel extensively and work overtime and extended hours as required.      

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Civil Engineering Technologist Diploma or completion of Department's Level 3 training program. A suitable combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Directly related experience in aggregate, base, concrete, bituminous production and control methods.
• Experience in quality control and assurance procedures related to the construction industry, including bituminous, paving and base projects.
• Experience in material testing on bituminous, concrete and base projects.
• Knowledge of construction specifications, procedures and guidelines.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and courteously with various stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective verbal communications skills.

Duties:
The Quality Assurance Technologist reports to the Quality Assurance Manager and provides quality assurance direction to Engineering & Technical Service staff on Bituminous paving, Concrete paving and Base & Asphalt Surface Treatment (A.S.T.) related projects. The Quality Assurance Technologist provides a consistent interpretation of the department Specifications and Special Provisions of each Tender ensuring contractors are treated fairly and equally on all E&O Bituminous paving, Concrete paving and Base & A.S.T. related projects.

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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