Contract Assessor

Contract Assessors – Laboratory Accreditation Program

(Several positions available)

Several positions and a pool of candidates

The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) is seeking to technical experts to assessments with the Laboratory Accreditation Program, including onsite technical expertise and remote assessment activities on a contractual basis. 

Communication

Key Activities

• Works closely with the SCC personnel to determine the scope of the inspection.
• Conducts interviews as part of a team, or independently, to assess the competence of personnel.
• Reviews records to assess evidence of conformity with relevant criteria.
• Observes the work of personnel to assess the conformity to procedures and application of relevant criteria.
• Reports to the Lead Inspector on findings and provides recommendations based on evidence.

Essential Qualifications

Canadian Citizen/Permanent Resident/Work VISA for the duration of the contract

Language Requirements

Various: Bilingual imperative, French imperative, English imperative

Skills

• Strong technical, analytical and review skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Sound judgement and evaluation abilities
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, both within an assessment team, and with customers
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, and familiar with information and communication technology (e.g. web-based communications software)

Abilities

• Work with limited supervision
• Effectively represent SCC and follow SCC’s policies and procedures
• Meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Availability to travel within Canada and U.S., occasionally of short notice
• Work in a variety of industrial, commercial and manufacturing environments

Technical Knowledge
We are seeking individuals who have specific knowledge or expertise in one or more of the following sectors:

The following opportunities are available:

Testing and Calibration Laboratory Accreditation Programs (ISO/IEC 17025):

• Electromagnetic Compatibility and Interference (EMC and EMI)

• Expertise in Electrical/Electronic –
  • An assessor with some of the following expertise/experience:
  • Conductors
  • Conduit and Sprinkler Systems
  • Electrical Rotating Machines
  • Insulators
  • Switches and Controls
  • Transformers
  • Wiring and Related Products
  • Energy Star
  • Energy Efficiency Verification (EEV)
  • Electrical Appliances

• Forensic Toxicologist

• French-speaking Forensic assessor with expertise in Forensic Chemistry and Trace Analysis

• Unprocessed Milk – Microbiologist & Chemist (or a Chemist who can assess micro methods for unprocessed milk)

• Calibration

Proficiency Testing Provider ISO/IEC 17043

• Contract assessor and /or technical expert

Reference Material Producer ISO/IEC 17034

• Contract assessor and /or technical expert

Important Notes:

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter indicating which technical area you are applying for, and clearly demonstrating how you meet the Essential Qualifications listed in the role description.
• Your application must be submitted before the closing date.
• All applications will be considered; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
• We thank all candidates for their interest. Only those applicants whose qualifications are most relevant will be considered and contacted.