Quality Technician

Pennecon Limited; Belleoram; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health & dental benefits

Pension plan

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Continental Stone, a division of GIP Construction Materials, seeks a Quality Technician to support Newfoundland and Labrador operations with sampling, lab tests and reporting to ensure specifications are met.

The role is based at Belleoram, NL, on a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotational schedule, performing 12-hour shifts and contributing to continuous improvement while advancing toward industry certifications.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in civil engineering technology, construction, geology or a related field is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Comfortable working outdoors around active quarry and crushing operations and committed to working safely.
• Willingness to travel within the province for several days at a time, and occasionally longer.

Responsibilities

• Check in with the plant or pit operator to go over the production plan and sampling requirements for the day.
• Head out to the crusher, stockpiles or a jobsite to collect representative aggregate samples.
• Return to the laboratory and run tests on the material: gradation and sieve analysis, moisture content, washed sieve, specific gravity and absorption, LA abrasion, Micro-Deval, petrographic sample prep and other physical property tests.
• Compare results against the applicable specification and flag any material trending out of tolerance to the Quality Manager.
• Enter results into the lab data system and quality records, and help maintain control charts for each product.
• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment, and keep the lab organized, safe and audit-ready.
• Support quality audits, certification testing and proficiency samples for programs such as CMEC and state or provincial agency approvals.
• Review results and production trends with management, receive feedback and offer suggestions for improvement.

Skills

Sample collection

Laboratory testing

Data entry

Attention to detail

Safety conscience

Teamwork

Communication

Physical stamina

Outdoors work

Willingness to travel

Education

Civil engineering technology or related field

Job description

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Join Our Team as a Quality Technician – Continental Stone

Join Continental Stone, a division of GIP Construction Materials in Atlantic Canada, where quality, innovation, and exceptional service are at the core of everything we do. With a full range of aggregate and construction material operations, we set the standard in safe, sustainable, and efficient practices. Our team’s expertise consistently delivers top-tier performance, ensuring that communities and partners receive the best value on every project.

If you're a skilled technologist ready to be part of a dynamic team committed to excellence, we’d love to hear from you!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive Compensation – A strong package that reflects your experience and contributions.


• Work with Industry Experts – Collaborate with highly skilled professionals with decades of experience in aggregate and construction materials.


• Health & Wellness Benefits – Comprehensive health and dental insurance, mental health support through our EFAP, and pension benefits paid for by Continental Stone.


• Inclusive & Supportive Culture – Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the heart of how we operate.

Your Role as a Quality Technician

We are looking for a Quality Technician to support aggregate production and quality control across our Newfoundland and Labrador operations. Our team produces the crushed stone, sand and gravel that goes into roads, bridges, marine works and concrete throughout the province and into export markets.

The Quality Technician is a critical part of the Quality and Production team. You will take samples in the field, run the tests in our laboratory, and report the results that confirm our products meet project and certification specifications.

This is a great way to break into the construction materials industry. The right candidate will have a direct impact on how we produce and certify our aggregates. Candidates should have strong attention to detail, good communication and organization skills, and be ready to learn in a fast-paced environment. There is significant room for growth, including paid training toward industry certifications.

This is a rotational trades role based at our Belleoram, NL site, working 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off on 12-hour shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Check in with the plant or pit operator to go over the production plan and sampling requirements for the day.


• Head out to the crusher, stockpiles or a jobsite to collect representative aggregate samples.


• Return to the laboratory and run tests on the material: gradation and sieve analysis, moisture content, washed sieve, specific gravity and absorption, LA abrasion, Micro-Deval, petrographic sample prep and other physical property tests.


• Compare results against the applicable specification and flag any material trending out of tolerance to the Quality Manager.


• Enter results into the lab data system and quality records, and help maintain control charts for each product.


• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment, and keep the lab organized, safe and audit-ready.


• Support quality audits, certification testing and proficiency samples for programs such as CMEC and state or provincial agency approvals.


• Review results and production trends with management, receive feedback and offer suggestions for improvement.

What You’ll Bring

• Post-secondary education in civil engineering technology, construction, geology or a related field is an asset; we will also consider strong candidates with relevant field experience.


• Experience in aggregate, asphalt or concrete testing is an asset. Existing CSA, CMEC, ACI or CCIL certifications are a strong asset, and training will be provided.


• Comfortable working outdoors around active quarry and crushing operations and committed to working safely.


• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence with a good driving record.


• Willingness to travel within the province for several days at a time, and occasionally longer, as required.


• Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping.


• Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook; comfort with data entry into lab and quality systems.


• Good written and verbal communication skills.


• Able to work well independently and as part of a team.


• Ability to lift sample containers and materials up to approximately 25 kg.


• Willingness to work a remote, rotational schedule (2 weeks on / 2 weeks off, 12-hour shifts) in Belleoram, NL.


• Physical ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform manual tasks as required.


• Put Safety First, Always – ensuring every employee goes home safe, every day.


• Do What’s Right – with integrity, accountability, and respect.


• Collaborate to Win – working together across GIP with a continuous improvement mindset.


• Build Our Communities – caring for the communities where we live and work, embracing sustainability, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

About Green Infrastructure Partners (GIP)

Green Infrastructure Partners (GIP) is one of Canada’s largest and most diversified infrastructure companies. We offer vertically integrated infrastructure solutions for public and private projects of every size and scale.

For over 50 years, our teams have been designing, delivering, and maintaining infrastructure for Canada’s growing cities. From demolition, shoring and foundations, excavation and remediation, structures, paving and the production of materials, we have the unique ability to self-perform all project scopes without reliance on sub-contractors.

Green is in our name because we believe in the necessity of sustainable solutions. We’re leaders in energy efficiency and at the forefront of incorporating recycled and reused materials. With our sights set on building a better tomorrow, we’re committed to long-term relationships and long-term thinking.

The work we do shapes the future of our cities and will pave a new path for the future of our industry.

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