Deckhand/Small Fleet Lifeboatman/Leading Deckhand

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 specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

Duties

Deckhand:
General shipboard maintenance and performance of deck operations as part of work programs aboard a Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) ship as directed by the Commanding Officer, Boatswain or Coxswain.

Lifeboatman key activity:

Search and Rescue (SAR) services, lifeboat and shore station maintenance and operation, catering services (if required) and other duties aboard a Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) SAR ship to meet ship program requirements of the Canadian Coast Guard.

Leading Deckhand-Small Vessels key activity:

General maintenance services , lifeboat and shore station maintenance and operation, catering services (if required) and other duties aboard a Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) ship to meet ship program requirements of the Canadian Coast Guard and DFO such as Search and Rescue, Oceanographic/Scientific Research, Environmental Response, Hydrographic Survey, Marine Navigational Services, Fisheries Research, Conservation and Protection.

Work environment

Want a career where you help save lives?

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As an organization, we oversee ships of all types; cutting-edge helicopters; and employ about 4,500 people, who work tirelessly to protect and secure 243,000 kilometers of Canada’s vast and rugged coastline.

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Intent of the process

ANTICIPATORY STAFFING: An inventory of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff positions on an indeterminate, term, casual or acting basis.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Possession of valid Marine Emergency Duties certificates (STCW Basic Safety [Al & B2] +
Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue Boats [Bl]

A valid Transport Canada STCW 95 endorsed Bridgewatch Rating Certificate.

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

Various language requirements
• English Essential
• Bilingual Imperative:
• (BBB/BBB); (--B/--B); (--P/--P)

Information on language requirements

Effective Interpersonal Skills

Dependability

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

A valid Transport Canada STCW 95 endorsed Marine Navigation Certificate of Competency.

A valid TC Fishing Master Certificate of Competency.

Valid Marine Basic first aid certificate or higher.

Experience as a deckhand onboard a fishing vessel.

Experience as a deckhand/mate on a Coast Guard vessel.

Experience on seagoing vessels.

Training in Small Craft Training or RHIOT or Rescue Specialist

Please indicate -Organizational Needs:
Membership in one of the designated Employment Equity groups.

Operational Requirements

Requirement to work overtime when required.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

. Valid Health Canada Medical for seagoing personnel
. Requirement to go to sea for prolonged periods of time (including Arctic Waters) and in adverse weather conditions
. Requirement to wear and maintain a uniform and Personal Protective Equipment to Coast Guard standards
. Compliance with the CCG Safety Management System and Standards
. Adherence to Canadian Coast Guard Respiratory Protection Program
. Willingness to be deployed within the Atlantic Region
. Valid Canadian Passport (for identified positions).
. For vessels assigned primarily to Search and Rescue operations, must be within 30 minutes response time to the vessel during assigned work period.
. Must be willing and able to travel by air, land, or by sea.

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 designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

The retest period for re-assessment within the context of this selection process is 6 months from the date of elimination at either the interview or reference stage of the process. If you submit an application to this selection process before the retest period has elapsed your application will not be considered. If you are eliminated at the screening stage, you are encouraged to resubmit your application once you meet the essential qualifications identified for screening.

Salary for SC-DED-02- $54,072 per year
Salary for SC-DED-03- $55,824 per year

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.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

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