Materials Lab Supervisor

WSP; London; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in London, Ontario is seeking a Materials Lab Supervisor to lead laboratory operations, ensuring safety and technical excellence in testing programs. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in laboratory operations with proven leadership skills. Join this dynamic team to shape infrastructure development and sustainability in communities.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Opportunities for growth

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of hands-on experience in asphalt, concrete, and geotechnical laboratory operations.
• Proven leadership in technical or supervisory roles within large-scale lab environments.
• Familiarity with equipment maintenance, calibration, and proficiency testing programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Oversee execution of testing programs including sample preparation and data integrity.
• Validate and review test results to guarantee accuracy for client deliverables.

Skills

Laboratory operations experience

Leadership in lab environments

Knowledge of ASTM, CSA standards

Equipment maintenance proficiency

Job description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers.

Visioneers. We are WSP. The Opportunity Shape the future of materials testing and infrastructure development. As a Materials Lab Supervisor in Cambridge Ontario, you’ll lead operations at one of our large-scale laboratories, ensuring technical excellence and driving innovation in testing programs for concrete, soil, aggregate, and asphalt. This is your chance to make an impact on projects that define communities and advance sustainability.

Your Impact

• Lead and manage day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with WSP standards.
• Oversee execution of testing programs, including sample preparation, equipment calibration, and data integrity.
• Validate and review test results to guarantee accuracy and consistency for client deliverables.
• Collaborate with project managers and technical leads to align lab activities with timelines and expectations.
• Champion continuous improvement in workflows, resource allocation, and quality control processes.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• More than 5 years of hands‑on experience in asphalt, concrete, and geotechnical laboratory operations.
• Proven leadership in technical or supervisory roles within large‑scale lab environments.
• Strong knowledge of ASTM, CSA, and LS testing standards, with experience in CCIL certification processes.
• Familiarity with equipment maintenance, calibration, and proficiency testing programs.
• Type C & B CCIL Certification considered an asset.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Take the next step in your career and join us in redefining what’s possible. Apply today and let’s create lasting change together!

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors, and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian – born and raised in Québec, now operating in over 40 countries.
• A global community of 72,000 brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether across the country or around the globe, we’ll help you tailor your role to match your ambition.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize yours.