Construction Quality Control

Our client, a major Oil and Gas client, is looking for a QA Technologist to work with them on a 1-year contract. Reporting to the Geotechnical Operations Support team, the Construction Quality Control (QC) Technologist will perform safe, compliant, and effective construction monitoring of various mine earth structures including external tailings dykes, in-pit tailings dykes, and waste dumps. Key Responsibilities Maintain effective communication with stakeholders including Mine Operations, Geotechnical Engineering, and Mine Engineering Implement Issued for Construction (IFC) drawings, Quality Management System, and Safe Operating Procedures Complete daily visual inspections of material borrow sources and mine earth structures to support construction activities. Perform in situ soil density testing with a nuclear densometer as per IFC drawings Compile daily construction reports and upload at the end of each shift in construction database. Document construction activities, in situ test results, and non-conformances in construction database Skills & Qualifications Minimum 1 year of experience in construction quality control, preferably working on oil sand mine earth structures A technical diploma in a field related to mining (Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, etc.) and able to receive accreditation with ASET as a C.Tech. or C.E.T. Must possess a valid class 5 Drivers' License with limited to no demerits Must be able to carry 50 lbs 100 m over rough terrain continuously What We Offer Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out and Accommodations Program with charter flights from Calgary or Edmonton, or need to relocate to Fort McMurray to take advantage of Company Sponsored bussing Competitive salary and the opportunity to gain valuable, hands on experience in the Oil & Gas industry Company culture that fosters a fun working environment, developing meaningful relationships, and continuous learning Shift schedule is 7x7, 12 hours a day with alternating day and night sets (schedule may change as per discretion of Management)

The role involves performing construction monitoring and quality control for mine earth structures, including tailings dykes and waste dumps. Key tasks include conducting soil density tests, performing visual inspections, and documenting results in a construction database.

Candidates must have at least one year of experience in construction quality control and a technical diploma in a mining-related engineering field. A valid class 5 driver's license and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks in rough terrain are required.

• Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out Program • Accommodations • Charter flights from Calgary or Edmonton • Company Sponsored bussing

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• Construction Quality Control
• Construction Monitoring
• In situ Soil Density Testing
• Nuclear Densometer Operation
• Visual Inspection
• Technical Reporting
• Stakeholder Communication
• Quality Management System Implementation

• Construction
• Engineering
• Energy
• Trades
• Environmental & Sustainability

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

1+ years

Apply by

Sep 20, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level

Application method

Direct apply is available