Detachment Superintendent

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request special accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

*Amendment to Essential Qualification

Applicants must e-mail a copy of their Occupational Certification to Rochelle Haws, Staffing Advisor at: before the closing date of this Job Opportunity Advertisement.

The client organization will accept applications submitted on-line only. To submit an application, please select the button "Apply Online".

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

All information pertaining to the process will be sent by email. It is therefore your responsibility to monitor your email account, including junk folders, for new communication regarding this selection process.

Provide contact information for 2 employment related references from supervisors or managers, including one from a current supervisor.

Duties

Delivery of the crewing, administration, operational readiness, training, safety, pollution control readiness and response, policy issues and security of the Canadian Forces Auxiliary Vessels at Auxiliary Fleet Nanoose Detachment. Provide essential Auxiliary Fleet operational services and support to Canadian Forces Maritime Experimental and Test Ranges.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used for similar permanent or temporary appointments, at the same or lower levels, with various linguistic requirements and with various security levels.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

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

Occupational Certification:
Possession of a current Transport Canada Certificate of Competency as Master, Near Coastal or higher;

OR

Possession of a current Transport Canada Certificate of Competency as a Second Class Engineer or higher;

OR

Possession of a current Transport Canada Certificate of Competency as Chief Mate, Near Coastal and a suitable combination of education and experience in marine management and/or marine operations;

OR

Possession of a current Transport Canada Certificate of Competency as a Third Class Engineer and a suitable combination of education and experience in marine management and/or marine operations;

OR

Command of an Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) over 3995 tons and a suitable combination of education and experience in marine management and/or marine operations.

Note: Applicants must provide a copy of their certificate with their application. (See instructions on where to send certificate.)

Experience:
• Recent experience in marine operations. *
* Recent is defined as being within the last two (2) years.

• Recent experience in leadership, administration, performance evaluations and supervision of a team of subordinates. **
• Recent experience in fleet management, such as the operation of vessels, vessel inspections, and budgetary responsibility. **
• Recent experience working with policies and legislation related to marine environment **

** Recent is defined as being within the last five (5) years.

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

Experience:
• Experience in Government of Canada marine management and operations as Master of a vessel engaged in Near Coastal voyages.
• Experience in ship berthing, towing or research operations.
• Experience in operating with the Royal Canadian Navy.
• Experience in operating with other government departments and foreign navies.
• Experience in provision of marine and/or technical support services to a varied client base.
• Experience in financial resource management in accordance with Treasury Board and Department of National Defence policies.
• Experience using a personal computer and Microsoft Office applications.

Occupational Certification:
• Expenditure Management Certification for Section 32 & 34 of the Financial Administration Act.
• Contracting Certification or Contracting Direct with Trade certification.
• Labour Relations Management Training.
• Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Marine Advanced First Aid.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Ability:
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal).

Personal Suitability:
• Effective working relationships
• Initiative
• Decision making
• Dependability

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

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Must meet the medical requirements of Health Canada in accordance with Treasury Board Guidelines including fitness to wear a respirator.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime and on weekends as required.
• Must be willing and able to travel as required.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

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.