Civil Aviation Safety Inspector, Flight Operations – INVENTORY

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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.

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We are looking for dynamic candidates that will help shape and build the future of Transport Canada. The persons selected will have the opportunity to increase their experience and expertise. We look forward to hearing from you!

Transport Canada employs over 5,000 talented and motivated employees working in the Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario, Prairie and Northern, Pacific regions, and at our Ottawa headquarters. We develop policies and enforce acts and regulations that support transportation efficiency, safety, security, durability, and align with global standards. Our vision is of a safe, secure, durable, innovative and integrated transportation system that supports trade and economic growth, a cleaner environment and the wellbeing of Canada's middle class. Our transportation agenda thrives to adopt new ways of thinking about how we deliver services and oversee the transportation system.

We are an employer that fosters employee well-being, provides an open and respectful workplace, competitive benefits and flexible work schedules that promote work-life balance.

Intent of the process

ANTICIPATORY

When you submit an application for this selection process, you are not applying for any specific position, but to an inventory in anticipation of future vacancies. Applicants who meet the essential qualifications will have their application included in the inventory for this ongoing selection process. As positions become available, the applicants meeting the initial screening requirements identified by the hiring manager may be contacted and referred for consideration. Please ensure that your information is updated and remains current in your PSRS Applicant Account.

Your application in this inventory will be active for 6 months. A notice that your application is about to expire will be posted to the My jobs menu of your account 10 days before the end of your active period. If you do not take action, your application will no longer be active and therefore no longer considered for this inventory. Should your application become inactive while the process is still open, a notice will be posted to your account indicating that your application has expired; you may select the link Update my Inventory Status to reaffirm your interest.

This process may be used to fill similar positions of various tenures in the Pacific Region.

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)

EDUCATION:
A secondary school diploma OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION:
Possession of a valid Aviation Document Booklet;
Possession of a valid Category 1 Aviation Medical;
Possession of a Canadian Airline Transport Pilot Licence - Aeroplane Category with a Group 1 Instrument Rating that meets all applicable currency requirements to be able to exercise the privileges of the licence;
Possession of a Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate (endorsed Aeronautical).

OR

Possession of a valid Aviation Document Booklet;
Possession of a valid Category 1 Aviation Medical;
Possession of a Canadian Airline Transport Pilot Licence - Helicopter Category with a Group IV Instrument Rating that meets all applicable currency requirements to be able to exercise the privileges of the licence;
Possession of a Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate (endorsed Aeronautical).

OR

Possession of a valid Category 1 Aviation Medical;
Possession of a Canadian Commercial Pilot Licence - Helicopter Category with a Group IV Instrument Rating that meets all applicable currency requirements to be able to exercise the privileges of the licence;
Possession of a Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate (endorsed Aeronautical).

MINIMUM FLIGHT TIME:
Total of 3,000 hours flight time, which includes 1,500 hours as pilot-in-command of which 500 hours is in multi-engine aeroplanes,
OR
Total of 3,000 hours flight time, which includes 1,500 hours as pilot-in-command of which 500 hours is in multi-engine helicopters,
OR
Total of 3,000 hours flight time, which includes 1,500 hours as pilot-in-command of which 500 hours is in single engine turbine powered aeroplane,
OR
Total of 3,000 hours flight time, which includes 1,500 hours as pilot-in-command that includes multi-engine turbo-jet transport aeroplanes of a maximum certified take-off gross weight of a minimum of 50,000 pounds.

EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 3 years experience as a pilot with a Canadian Air Operator, Private Operator, Flight Training Unit or in the Canadian Military.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of Canadian Civil Aviation legislation such as the Aeronautics Act, Canadian Aviation Regulations, associated standards and guidance including knowledge of risk management techniques and Safety Management Systems (SMS).

COMPETENCIES:
Demonstrating integrity and respect
Showing initiative and being action-oriented
Working effectively with others
Thinking things though

ABILITIES:
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.
Bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized post-secondary institution with a specialization in aeronautical, mechanical or electrical engineering or computer sciences.
Post-secondary education in an aviation or related program to the position.
Post-secondary studies in aeronautics or in an aviation-related program or equivalent.
Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in law or administration.

Degree equivalency

Occupational Certification:
Possession of a valid Canadian Commercial Pilot Licence — Aeroplane Category
Possession of a valid Canadian Commercial Pilot Licence — Helicopter Category.
Possession of a valid Canadian Airline Transport Pilot Licence - Aeroplane Category .
Possession of a valid Canadian Airline Transport Pilot Licence — Helicopter Category.
Possession of an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) License.
Possession of a valid instructor endorsement.
Possession of a valid Canadian Class 1 Flight Instructor Rating - Aeroplane OR a Canadian Forces Instructor Category - Aeroplane.
Possession of a valid Canadian Class 1 Flight Instructor Rating- Helicopter OR a Canadian Forces Instructor Category - Helicopter.

Experience:
Experience in conducting training lessons and information briefings.
Experience as a training pilot.
Experience as a Class 1 Aerobatics Instructor.
Experience working in a regulatory transportation environment.
Experience in applying legislation or policies for the purpose of decision making.
Experience exercising Ministerial Authority under the Aeronautics Act and the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).
Experience in conducting assessments or evaluation of compliance.
Experience in enforcing statutes and regulations.
Experience as a Civil Aviation Safety Inspector.
Experience as an Approved Check Pilot.
Experience as a Pilot Examiner.
Experience as an Instrument Standards Inspector.
Experience in developing policies, procedures, or standards.
Experience as a helicopter flight crewmember on offshore operations.
Experience using Flight Management Systems.
Experience in conducting long-line operations.
Experience in working with Electronic Flight Instrument Systems.
Experience as a pilot-in-command (PIC) in global operations.
Experience as a PIC of multi-engine turbojet aircraft of a Maximum certified Takeoff Gross Weight of 100,000 pounds or greater.
Experience on advanced technology aircraft.
Experience as pilot in command of multi-engine turbine powered aircraft of a Maximum Certified Takeoff Gross Weight of 50,000 pounds or greater operating under Subpart 705 of the Canadian Aviation Regulations or Canadian military equivalent.
Experience in writing documents, such as investigative reports or court documents.
Experience in conducting interviews of suspects and witnesses.
Experience in conducting investigations.
Experience working with legal issues.
Experience in the planning OR coordination OR management OR execution of the delivery of aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS, or equivalent programs).
Experience in working with risk management concepts and principles.
Experience in Quality Assurance.
Experience in managing or supervising a team.
Experience as Chief Flight Instructor.
Experience as Operations Manager in 702, 703, 704, or 705 operations.
Experience as Chief Pilot in 702, 703, 704, or 705 operations.
Experience writing documents such as: company operations manuals, technical bulletins, operational procedures and guidance material, training materials, Power Point presentations and other written correspondence.
Experience with Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems.
Experience at a Flight Training Unit.
Experience in Airship operations.

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

Information on employment equity

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Willing and able to travel to local, national and international destinations
Willing and able to travel via all modes of transportation to remote and/or isolated locations
Willing and able to work in an aviation environment (i.e. noise, fumes, hazards)
Willing and able to work overtime, irregular hours and weekends

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Must hold a Canadian Airline Transport Pilot Licence that meets all applicable currency requirements to be able to exercise the privileges of the licence or a Canadian Commercial Pilot Licence - Helicopter Category with a Group IV Instrument Rating that meets all applicable currency requirements to be able to exercise the privileges of the licence, as applicable.
Must hold a valid Passport for international travel.
Must hold a valid Driver’s license.
Willingness and ability to maintain professional aviation currency.

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

Candidates are only required to meet the essential qualifications to be placed into the pool. We may appoint candidates by applying one or more of the following criteria:
• Breadth, depth, type of specific work experience
• Matching individual experience or qualifications to the strengths and/or weaknesses of the work team
• Matching individual experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed

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). Candidates are strongly encouraged to check their email on a regular basis.

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

In assessing candidates, assessment boards may use a variety of tools and methods including, but not limited to, reviews of past performance and accomplishments, written tests, interviews, PSC tests and reference checks. In addition, all information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates.

Random selection may be used.

A top-down screening approach may be undertaken. Only the top ranking candidates may be invited to the assessment phase of the process.

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. 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.

You must provide proof of your education credentials. You will be advised to provide the documents later in the process. If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. This will enable you to provide proof of Canadian equivalency when applying for a job in the public service. The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) assists persons who wish to obtain an assessment of their educational, professional, and occupational credentials by referring them to the appropriate organizations The CICIC can be contacted at www.cicic.ca

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

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.