Electrical Inspector - Contract

SGS; Quebec; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading inspection company in Quebec is seeking an experienced Electrical Inspector to oversee electrical installations on construction projects. The role requires a Certified Engineering Technologist or Engineering degree and at least 5 years of electrical inspection experience. The position is a short-term contract starting on June 5th or June 13th for about 30 days. Candidates must ensure compliance with safety policies and work well under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical inspections on pipelines or industrial facilities.
• Must have ASP card.
• API 1184 and API 1169 is preferred, not a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Inspect all electrical, communication, and instrumentation installations.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and safety plans.
• Oversee electrical inspection staff for compliance.

Skills

Electrical inspections

Knowledge of MCC, PLC, VFD

Ability to work under pressure

Plan and prioritize

Communication skills

Education

Certified Engineering Technologist in Electrical Engineering

Engineering degree & Red seal Journeyman

Job description

Job Description

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 97,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

The Electrical Inspector is the Company’s authorized representative and is to inspect all electrical, communication, and instrumentation installations on construction projects and ensure such installations are performed in accordance with Company drawings, plans, specifications and the terms of the construction contract or agreement. This is a short‑term contract located in Terrebonne, QC for about 30 days starting June 5/13th.

Responsibilities

• Using stop work authority, will immediately stop work activity, and notify Contractor supervision of unsafe conditions and/or acts and ensure all site personnel are aware of their obligation to do so as well.
• Ensure that the contractor is implementing their Site‑Specific Safety Plan.
• Review and understand contractor Safe Work Practices & Job Safety/Hazard Analysis for the work they are assigned to oversee and hold contractor accountable to execute the work to the per the procedures. This includes participation in daily tailgate/tailboard meetings and field level hazard assessments (FLHA).
• Oversee the electrical inspection staff, where required, to ensure compliance (e.g., drawings, specifications, codes, standards, regulations, contractors’ site‑specific quality plan/contract).
• Ensure ITPs are completed as the work is being progressed and relevant documentation is reviewed and accepted by the client.
• Work with the contractor to ensure that stakeholder and local community commitments within their scope are tracked and implemented.
• Work with the contractor to ensure that the client’s electrical specification requirements are implemented.
• Create and foster a positive work environment and a proactive/mature safety culture with the inspection staff.
• Monitor electrical work and as required influence corrective action(s) with the Contractor or inspection staff.
• Identify construction electrical and/or safety non‑conformance issues and notify the Construction Manager.
• Provide technical leadership, expertise, and guidance to the project personnel.
• Participate in incident investigations.
• Records management associated with construction electrical documentation.
• Identify innovation and value creation opportunities related to construction electrical aspects.
• Participation in lessons learned and close‑out meeting(s).
• Participation in site safety and quality walk downs and note any discrepancies.
• Complete the daily inspection reports in accordance with applicable Company Inspection Standards.

Qualifications

• Certified Engineering Technologist in Electrical Engineering or Engineering degree & Red seal Journeyman;
• API 1184 and API 1169 is preferred, not a requirement.
• Must have ASP card.
• Must have experience with MCC, PLC, VFD, automation, and controls.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical inspections on pipelines or industrial facilities.
• Knowledge and experience with industry processes and procedures.
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Works well under pressure.
• Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.
• Travel to other locations or client location may be required from time to time.
• Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.
• Ability to plan and prioritize.
• This is a short‑term contract in Terrebonne starting on June 5th or June 13 for about 30 days.

Additional Information

SGS Canada is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to achieving greater accessibility by providing accommodation for people with disabilities during our hiring process. Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.