Electrical Compliance Inspector

Responsibilities

• Audit electrical construction activities to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements
• Perform site inspections and verify electrical installations and workmanship
• Enforce safe work practices and maintain accurate daily reports and documentation
• Review IFC drawings, specifications, and project documentation prior to construction
• Conduct field risk assessments, hazard evaluations, and contractor orientations
• Identify, document, and issue Safety and Quality NCRs and track corrective actions
• Monitor construction progress and document deviations from design or scope changes
• Verify installation quality and confirm materials comply with approved BOMs
• Perform final inspections, prepare deficiency lists, and validate as-built packages

Requirements

• Powerline Technician or underground equivalent certification (Lineman Ontario Provincial Classification, Journeyperson, or Red Seal)
• Over 3 years of relevant experience in hydro network construction sites
• Working knowledge of Electrical Utility Safety Rules (EUSR) and OHSA
• Experience in overhead and underground electrical distribution construction
• Knowledge of cable pulling, conductor stringing, and pole line construction
• Proficiency in reviewing utility drawings, single-line diagrams, and wiring schematics
• Valid Ontario G-Class Driver's Licence with ability to travel to multiple sites daily
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather and flexible hours

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Toronto Hydro Rule Book and THESL Distribution Standards
• Experience with switchgear, transformers, and protection and control systems
• Experience with underground utility projects, excavation, and municipal infrastructure works

About the Company

SGS is the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company, recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity.