Quality Management Coordinator

**Company Biography**

Utilities Kingston is located in Kingston, Ontario, equi-distant from Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa, where the St. Lawrence River meets Lake Ontario and the Rideau Canal (a UNESCO World Heritage site) - Kingston is a stunning, historic city that consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in Canada. Kingston’s 123,363 community-minded citizens enjoy an outstanding quality-of-life enhanced by superb intellectual, recreational and creative opportunities and supported by excellent health care facilities and municipal services, programs and facilities.

Utilities Kingston in unique in Ontario, combining water, wastewater, gas and electrical services and a broadband fibre optics provided in one company under the leadership of a single C.E.O. This shared services delivery model gives Utilities Kingston clear advantages in cost savings and customer service over other utility providers in the province. Utilities Kingston has provided the residents of Kingston with safe and reliable utility services for more than 100 years.

**Primary Duties**

The Quality Management Coordinator is responsible for ensuring conformance with CSA Standard Z662 requirements through the ongoing development and maintenance of the SOPs, procedural forms, and DSIMP documents. The incumbent further develops and maintains quality management standards, standard operating procedures, and customer forms for the Gas Operations department.

Major Responsibilities:
1. Ensure all DSIMP controlled policies, procedures and documentation are reviewed, and revisions identified to ensure conformance with the CSA Z662

2. Develop new policies and procedures as required.

3. Provide communication and education to employees regarding updated QMS and regulatory documents.

4. Train employees on the usage of data and recording systems, digital rounds, and document retrieval.

5. Complete annual compliance activities on behalf of Utilities Kingston including risk assessments, emergency training, and other DSIMP requirements.

6. Develop and maintain department SharePoint site to provide staff with required tools and documents to complete field data collection related activities, assign work orders, and other items as required.

7. Communicate with auditing authorities including the TSSA.

8. Educate and prepare operating staff for TSSA audits (both Contractor and Distributor audits)

9. Aid with various projects and investigations for Natural Gas Operations Department and Natural gas Engineering Group

Skills and Abilities:

- Intermediate MS office and SharePoint skills
- Advanced administration and organization skills
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced knowledge of working with CSA standards, Codes, and technical guidelines

Knowledge:

- Expert knowledge of the DSIMP and CSA Z662
- Intermediate knowledge of the Natural Gas Distribution regulations, standards and legislation
- Advanced knowledge of Utilities Kingston’s Natural Gas Distribution system and stations
- Advanced knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements as it relates to individuals, the organization, and operational requirements.

**Education, Certification and Other Qualifications Required**
- Post Secondary education in engineering, engineering technology diploma, or combination of relevant knowledge and experience.
- Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) or P. Eng. an Asset
- GUT1 or G1/G2/G3 certification an asset
- Gas Pipeline Inspector certification is an asset.
- Previous experience with Quality Management Systems

**Special Working Conditions/Conditions of Employment**
- Class G drivers’ license required
- Criminal record check satisfactory to Utilities Kingston.

Note: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties which may be assigned from time to time.
**Closing Statement**

Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position.

**Accessibility Statement**

Appropriate accommodations will be provided as required by the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon request.

**Employment Equity