Rock Laboratory Supervisor

Lead the Lab. Shape the Future of Rock Mechanics.

The Opportunity:

WSP is seeking technically skilled, and safety-focused Rock Lab Supervisor in our to lead operations at one of our large-scale rock mechanics laboratories in Burlington. This is not a desk-bound role—it’s for someone who thrives in the lab, guiding teams through complex testing programs and ensuring every sample tells a story of precision and reliability.

As a key leader in our Earth & Environment team, you’ll blend technical leadership, project management, and field expertise to oversee high-volume rock testing operations. You’ll manage a team of technicians, ensure rigorous safety and quality standards, and collaborate with project managers to deliver results that support major infrastructure and mining projects across Canada.

This role draws on best practices in testing environments and is ideal for someone who leads by doing, not just directing.

If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in high-performance lab environments and wants to make a real impact in geotechnical innovation—we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us push the boundaries at WSP.

Why Wsp?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#Wearewsp

What you can expect to do here: 

• Lead and manage daily operations of the rock mechanics lab, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with WSP standards.
• Supervise and mentor lab technicians, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Oversee execution of rock testing programs, including sample preparation, equipment calibration, and data integrity.
• Apply safety protocols and hazard mitigation strategies consistent with high-risk testing environments (e.g., radiation safety, mechanical pinch points, repetitive motion risks).
• Collaborate with project managers and technical leads to align lab activities with project timelines and client expectations.
• Maintain and optimize lab workflows, equipment usage, and resource allocation.
• Support proposal development and client communications related to lab capabilities and deliverables.

What You’Ll Bring To Wsp:

• Diploma or degree in Geotechnical or Mining Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of hands-on experience in advanced rock mechanics testing laboratories.
• Proven leadership experience in a technical or supervisory role.
• Familiarity with safety protocols for high-risk equipment (e.g., Portable Nuclear Gauge, radiation dosimetry).
• Strong understanding of ASTM, ISRM, and other relevant testing standards.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with large lab environments and high-volume testing programs is preferred.

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe.  In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At Wsp:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP.  Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

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