Grain Inspector Developmental Program - Grain Inspector Trainee

Duties

The Industry Services Division of the CGC introduced a Grain Inspector Development Program (GIDP) in early 2014. The GIDP is an, up to, 4 year development program (seasonal employment excepted) to qualify as a full working level Grain Inspector (PI-CGC-03). The development program is based on a modular curriculum of both classroom training and working practicum.

A Grain Inspector trainee will develop the ability to perform the preliminary inspection and analysis of grain samples; grading of grain samples; draw representative grain samples; determine the protein content on samples of wheat; maintain records of inspection data and inspect equipment; delivering grain; monitor the correct functioning of the grain moving systems, maintain records and compile reports; assist with the conduct of official audits; and perform other related duties as assigned.

Grain Inspector trainees will be expected to develop the required technical / behavioural competencies, within the four (4) year program (seasonal employment excepted) as they progress from Trainee (PI-CGC-01) to Intermediate (PI-CGC-02) to full working level Grain Inspector (PI-CGC-03). An individual's development will be constantly monitored against the program's competency standards and expectations which, once demonstrated, a Trainee will be promoted to the next level. A Trainee's development of the GIDP competencies will be based on an individual's effort and capacity to learn as measured and reflected throughout the program so that progress through to the full working level may be accomplished within the four (4) year maximum time frame. As such, a Trainee will be on probation for the duration of the development program and may be released at any time for failure to demonstrate the technical / behavioural competencies required and not meeting the goals and expectations of the program.

Successful completion of all GIDP components will be a condition of employment for all participants upon acceptance of a Grain Inspector trainee position.

Work environment

The Canadian Grain Commission (CGC) is a federal department responsible to ensure the integrity and marketability of grain for the domestic and international grain trade, from producer to global customer.

Grain Inspector Trainees will work in a heavy industrial environment with exposure to moving railcars, automated equipment, dust, noise, bird excrement, heights and rodents. Employees must use personal protective equipment (supplied) as required for safety purposes. Any known allergies must be controlled through the use of masks and/or medication and must not impinge on ability to perform job. There are several work sites where travel between them will be required on short notice.

Located on the North Coast of British Columbia, Prince Rupert is a coastal community with a population of approximately 12,000. The deep water port is open year round and allows for shipment of various bulk commodities and containers.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used for similar indeterminate training positions in Prince Rupert.

There are currently 2 vacancies to be filled.

If invited, candidates will be required to attend, AT THEIR OWN EXPENSE, a technical / behavioural competency assessment to qualify for entrance into the development program (employees of the Federal Public Service excepted).

Appointment decisions may be based on organizational needs. We therefore encourage candidates to self-declare their membership to any of the following employment equity groups: visible minority, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, or women, should the organizational need be invoked during the appointment process.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:
Secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Asset Qualifications

Experience:
- Experience working in the grain industry.
- Experience in the operation of grain elevators and their sampling and/or bulk weighing systems.
- Experience with grading grain.
- Considerable (daily over a minimum of 2 years) experience with the use of standard business related computer software applications (word processing, spreadsheet and database).

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Technical Competencies:
- Ability to analyze and solve problems.
- Ability to differentiate items according to color, size and shape.
- Ability to accurately transfer information.

Behavioural Competencies:
- Effective Interactive Communication
- Adaptability
- Being a Team Player
- Initiative
- Commitment to Quality
- Analytical Thinking

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Operational Requirements:
- Ability and willingness to be exposed to grain dust / soil, and to outdoor conditions in an industrial environment. Known allergies must be controlled through the use of personal protective equipment and/or medication, and must not impinge upon the duties to be performed.
- Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain, in good standing, the appropriate security level clearance for access to any work related site.
- Ability and willingness to lift grain samples (up to 20 kg), to climb ladders and work at heights.
- Ability and willingness to work in a three shift environment on a rotating basis.
- Ability and willingness to work overtime, FREQUENTLY as required.
- Ability and willingness to travel, FREQUENTLY as required, including on short notice.
- Ability and willingness to work in and around moving equipment in an indoor/outdoor industrial environment.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

- Successful completion of the development program to the full working level of Grain Inspector (PI-CGC-03) within the maximum of the four (4) year probationary period (seasonal employment excepted).
- Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain, in good standing, the appropriate security level clearance for access to any work related site.
- Valid drivers' license OR personal mobility in the time and manner normally associated with possession and use of a valid driver's license.
- Ability and willingness to lift grain samples (up to 20 kg), to climb ladders and work at heights.
- Ability and willingness to be exposed to grain dust / soil, and to outdoor conditions in an industrial environment. Known allergies must be controlled through the use of personal protective equipment and/or medication, and must not impinge upon the duties to be performed.
- Ability and willingness to work in a three shift environment on a rotating basis.
- Ability and willingness to work overtime, FREQUENTLLY as required.
- Ability and willingness to travel, FREQUENTLY as required, including on short notice.
- Ability and willingness to work in and around moving equipment in an indoor/outdoor industrial environment.
- Ability and willingness to adhere to CGC and industry safety standards and procedures.

Other information

COMMUNICATION FOR THIS PROCESS WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CANDIDATE TO ENSURE ACCURATE CONTACT INFORMATION IS PROVIDED AND UPDATED AS REQUIRED. CANDIDATES WHO APPLY TO THIS SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD INCLUDE AN EMAIL ADDRESS THAT ACCEPTS EMAIL FROM UNKNOWN USERS (SOME EMAIL SYSTEMS BLOCK THESE TYPES OF EMAIL SUCH AS SPAM).

It is your responsibility to check your e-mail regularly to ensure that you do not miss out on any opportunities. Failure to respond in the timeframe provided will result in you not being referred to the organization.

If invited, candidates will be required to attend, AT THEIR OWN EXPENSE, a technical / behavioural competency assessment to qualify for entrance into the development program (employees of the Federal Public Service excepted).

All information must be provided on-line. Do not fax or mail in hard copy documents as these will not be accepted.

Proof of education must be submitted at the interview.

Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:
- Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team;
- Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed;
- Depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience;
- Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications.

ALL COMMUNICATION RELATING TO THIS PROCESS, INCLUDING EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE, MAY BE USED IN THE ASSESSMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS.

One or more of the asset qualifications may be used for the preselection and/or the position staffing.

The asset qualifications may be used at any point in the process, including screening.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Confirmation of receipt of applications will not be sent by Canadian Grain Commission; only candidates successful in the screening process will be contacted.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.