Quality Assurance Officer

Ontario Ministry of Transportation / Ministère des Transports de l’Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation is looking for a skilled individual to join their highway engineering team, focusing on quality assurance and inspection on construction sites. Candidates will work closely with consultants and demonstrate a strong understanding of engineering materials. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in the field while ensuring standards are met in the highway construction process.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace culture

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Valid class 'G' driver's licence required.
• Knowledge of engineering materials used in highway construction.
• Experience in data collection and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on quality assurance at highway construction sites.
• Provide technical expertise during inspections.
• Analyze data and resolve standards deviations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Planning

Organization

Communication

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Common Office Productivity Software

Job description

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!

About the job

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.

NOTE: This position requires occasionally travel with overnight stays, as well as working during night hours.

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

• 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.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

Additional information

Address:

• 3 English Permanent - Full Time, 159 Sir William Hearst Ave, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation Group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Understanding the job ad - definitions

Schedule:

3

Category:

Science and Engineering

Posted on:

Monday, July 7, 2025

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.
• T-MT-229189/25

How to apply:

1. You must apply online.
2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
4. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
5. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
6. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember:

The deadline to apply is Thursday, July 24, 2025 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer.

Accommodation is available under the Ontario's Human Rights Code .

Pre Screening Questions

Do you have a valid class 'G' Driver's Licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario?

Yes No