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Electrical Assembler - Contract

Calgary, AB

The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling, testing, and inspecting electrical components to ensure they meet our high standards of quality and performance. This is a contract ...

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Calgary, AB · On-site

This is a 2+ month contract for a Mobile Building Operator based in Calgary, AB.*** About the role ... You are organized and manage daily operations, including water treatment testing and the ...

Colliers

Building Operator (contract)

Calgary, AB · On-site

This is a 2+ month contract for a Mobile Building Operator based in Calgary, AB.*** About the role ... You are organized and manage daily operations, including water treatment testing and the ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract tester, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Tester, you need a solid understanding of software testing principles, API testing, and contract testing frameworks such as Pact, often supported by a background in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with tools like Postman, REST Assured, and CI/CD systems, as well as knowledge of scripting languages, is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for identifying issues and collaborating with development teams. These skills and qualities ensure reliable integration between services, reduce defects, and support seamless software delivery.

What are the main challenges contract testers face when working with multiple clients or projects simultaneously?

Contract Testers often juggle several projects for different clients at once, which requires strong organizational skills and adaptability. Managing varying testing environments, requirements, and communication styles can be challenging, especially when deadlines overlap. Successful Contract Testers prioritize tasks, maintain clear documentation, and proactively communicate with all stakeholders to ensure expectations are met and quality standards remain high.

What is the difference between Contract Tester vs QA Tester?

AspectContract TesterQA Tester
CredentialsTypically requires ISTQB or similar testing certificationsOften requires ISTQB or equivalent certifications
Work EnvironmentUsually project-based, contract roles in various industriesPermanent or temporary roles within organizations, often in software companies
Industry UsageCommon in IT, software development, and consulting firmsWidely used across software, manufacturing, and service industries
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for project-based testing rolesCompared for ongoing quality assurance positions

Contract Testers focus on short-term, project-specific testing assignments, often requiring specialized certifications. QA Testers typically hold similar credentials but work in ongoing roles within organizations to ensure product quality over time. Both roles require strong testing skills, but their employment types and work environments differ.

What is a contract tester?

Contract Testers are quality assurance professionals who focus on verifying that different software services or components interact correctly according to predefined contracts or interface specifications. They ensure that changes to one part of a system don't break interactions with other parts, especially in microservices architectures. Contract testing helps teams catch integration issues early and maintain reliable communication between services, reducing bugs and downtime.
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AltaGas - Risk Analyst, Contracts & Compliance

Washington Gas Light Co.

Calgary, AB • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Washington Gas Light rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job Description

Reporting to the Team Lead, Risk Compliance and Contracts, theRisk Analyst - Contracts & Confirmations is responsible for supporting the energy trading contracts and confirmations process and identifying and implementing strategies to improve and streamline trade compliance processes. They will drive compliance, while ensuring adherence to appropriate controls.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Risk Review of transactions in the ETRM system
  • Verify that trades are executed accurately and in accordance with approved transaction limits
  • Create trade confirmations and send them to counterparties
  • Review incoming trade confirmations and research and analyze any discrepancies with counterparties and the AltaGas commercial team
  • Complete new customer onboarding and maintain customer and vendor master data including updates and changes as requested.
  • Collaborative communication with the other Middle Office teams with regards to transactions that may impact their reporting
  • Assist in implementation and communication of processes to support Middle Office trade compliance policies
  • End of Day processing for commercial representatives
  • Shared responsibilities for contracts, reporting and compliance
  • Participate in projects and testing functionality of new systems
  • Participate in process improvement and documentation activities
  • Leverage the use of AI technology to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.

Skills & Qualifications

  • 2+ years previous experience in the energy industry
  • Post-secondary degree or equivalent experience
  • Strong computer skills a necessity with an aptitude to learn new systems
  • Experience in working through details of a problem, overcoming obstacles and reaching a positive and successful solution using strong analytical skills and an attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritize and balance fluctuating workload
  • Experience dealing with commercial representatives in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with an ETRM software platform is an asset
  • Knowledge of SOX controls performance demands
  • Strong communication skills as this role works with a variety of internal and external customers

This role is ideal for a collaborative supply chain leader who thrives in a project-focused environment, brings strong commercial acumen, and is passionate about delivering value through strategic sourcing, contracting excellence, and high-performing teams.

Why work at AltaGas?

AltaGasis a North American energy infrastructure company with a focus on owning and operating assets that provide affordable energy to our customers. AltaGas assets include Washington Gas/WGL, SEMCO, and Petrogas. Our talented team, nearly3,000strong, leverages the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions - from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses to new markets around the world.

We deliver clean and affordable natural gas to approximately1.7 million customers' homes and businesses through regulated natural gas distribution utilities acrossfour jurisdictions in the United States and two regulated natural gas storage utilities in the United States. Learn more about our team, vision, and strategy.

To learn more about our mission: https://youtu.be/k1mrKDdsYW8?si=y1k3NOyHxgf4emdL

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For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.

U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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