QA Compliance Inspector Job Toronto area,Ontario Canada,Engineering

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

This role is responsible for auditing electrical construction activities to ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and approved project specifications.

The successful candidate will perform site inspections, verify electrical installations and workmanship, enforce safe work practices, and maintain accurate daily reports, including progress tracking, inspections, and documentation.

This position requires hands-on field experience in electrical inspection, strong knowledge of Electrical Utility Safety Rules (EUSR), internal procedures, the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and applicable standards and guidelines (, MTO Book 7, MCR), along with the ability to independently assess and enforce compliance on active construction sites.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Review issued electrical construction drawings and project documentation prior to construction start to understand scope, risks, and key requirements

Participate in pre-construction and progress meetings

Conduct site visits and perform regular inspections to monitor electrical construction activities and ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and applicable regulations

Assess site conditions, identify hazards, and confirm that contractors are following approved electrical safety procedures and regulatory requirements

Audit contractor practices to ensure alignment with Electrical Utility Safety Rules (EUSR), internal standards, and applicable legislation

Maintain detailed daily inspection records, including site activities, measurements, marked-up drawings, and photographic evidence

Maintain project information and execution reports, drawings, and ensure that project documents are current and valid

Track construction progress and document any deviations from design due to field conditions, scope changes, or unforeseen issues

Verify installation quality and confirm electrical materials and equipment comply with approved bill of materials and project standards

Review and validate contractor submissions, including progress quantities, monthly billing, and change orders

Identify, document, and report electrical safety and quality non-compliance issues (NCRs) and follow up on corrective actions

Support incident reporting and participate in investigations when required

Provide timely project status updates to internal teams and clients

Perform final inspections and walkdowns, prepare deficiency lists, and confirm readiness for energization/service

Review and validate As-Built electrical drawings and project documentation in accordance with applicable standards and requirements

Support project close-out activities, including final reporting, documentation review, and lessons learned

Participate in post-construction reviews and share lessons learned

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Willingness to work in outdoor construction environments

Strong attention to detail and accountability

Commitment to safety and quality standards

Ability to manage time effectively and meet reporting deadlines

Professional attitude with client-facing experience

Follow SGS internal procedures and client inspection procedures

Ensure client pre-approved procedures are applied

Maintain accountability for Health, Safety, and Environment in accordance with SGS policies, including immediate reporting of incidents

Demonstrate safe work practices and maintain a clean and organized work environment

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

Powerline Technician or underground equivalent shall have Lineman Ontario Provincial Classification or Journeyperson Certificate of completion issued by MEA or MTCU or Power Line Technician Red Seal Certification.

EXPERIENCE:

over 7 years of relevant experience in hydro network construction site;

REQUIRED SKILLS

Power Line Technician, or Underground Equivalent

Utility and infrastructure experience.

Working knowledge of the Electrical Utility Safety Rules and industry safe work practices.

Knowledge of Toronto Hydro Rule Book, THESL Distribution Standards would be an asset.

Familiar working knowledge with occupational health & safety act (OHSA), construction standards and specifications in Ontario and City of Toronto…