Civil Aviation Safety Inspector

Update: **Please note that this process is for AO-CAI-03 (Civil Aviation security Inspectors) positions only.

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.

**Please note that this process is for AO-CAI-03 (Civil Aviation Safety Inspectors) positions only.

*** IMPORTANT NOTE: A covering letter is not required to apply on this process. However, candidates must clearly demonstrate in their answers to the screening questions how they meet the essential qualifications (education and/or occupational certification AND experiences) and the asset qualifications. Clear examples must be provided by outlining WHERE, WHEN, HOW the degree was obtained, the experience was acquired, etc. Failure to do so could result in the application being screened out from further consideration. The fact of solely indicating that you meet the qualification and/or item will not be sufficient. Failure to do so could result in the application being rejected from the process.***

Intent of the process

*** This process is ancipatory ***. A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar or identical bilingual positions of various durations (specified period, indeterminate, deployment, assignment, secondment and acting) within Transport Canada, Quebec Region only.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

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)

EDUCATION
• A secondary school diploma and/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 valid Canadian Airline Transport Pilot License - Aeroplane Category with valid Group 1 Instrument Rating that meets all applicable currency requirements to be able to exercise the privileges of the licence AND possession of a valid Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate (endorsed Aeronautical);
OR
• Possession of a valid Canadian Commercial Pilot License - Helicopter Category with a valid Group IV Instrument Rating that meets all applicable currency requirements to be able to exercise the privileges of the licence AND possession of a valid Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate (endorsed Aeronautical).

MINIMUM FLIGHT TIME
At least one of the following :
o Total of 2,500 hours flight time, which includes 1,000 hours as pilot-in-command of which 500 hours is in multi-engine aeroplanes OR
o Total of 2,500 hours flight time, which includes 1,000 hours as pilot-in-command of which 500 hours is in medium or heavy category helicopters.

EXPERIENCE
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a pilot at 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)

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

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 through

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

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
• Asset 1: Degree from a recognized university.
• Asset 2: Post-secondary education in an aviation or related program to the position.
• Asset 3: Possession of a Canadian Flight Instructor Rating OR a Canadian Forces Instructor Category.
• Asset 4: Experience as a training pilot.
• Asset 5: Experience as a Class 1 Aerobatics Instructor.
• Asset 6: Experience working in a regulatory transportation environment.
• Asset 7: Experience exercising Ministerial Authority under the Aeronautics Act and the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).
• Asset 8: Experience as an Approved Check Pilot.
• Asset 9: Experience as a Pilot Examiner.
• Asset 10: Experience in developing policies, procedures, or standards.
• Asset 11: Experience as a flight crewmember on offshore operations.
• Asset 12: Experience using Flight Management Systems.
• Asset 13: Experience in conducting long-line operations.
• Asset 14: Experience in working with Electronic Flight Instrument Systems.
• Asset 15: Experience on advanced technology aircraft.
• Asset 16: Possession of an ATPL-H
• Asset 17: Experience in the planning OR coordination OR management OR execution of the delivery of aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS, or equivalent programs).
• Asset 18: Experience in working with risk management concepts and principles.
• Asset 19: Experience as Chief Flight Instructor.
• Asset 20: Experience as Operations Manager in 702, 703, 704, or 705 operations.
• Asset 21: Experience as Chief Pilot in 702, 703, 704, or 705 operations.
• Asset 22: Experience writing documents such as: company operations manuals, technical bulletins, operational procedures and guidance material, training materials, Power Point presentations and other written correspondence.
• Asset 23: Experience with Unmanned Vehicle Systems (drones).
• Asset 24: Experience at a Flight Training Unit experience.
• Asset 25: Experience in writing documents, such as investigative reports or court documents.
• Asset 26: Experience in conducting investigations.
• Asset 27: Experience working with legal issues.
• Asset 28: 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.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS :
In support of acheving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying as belong to one of the following employment equity groups : aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, visible minorities and women.

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 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

• Transport Canada will accept applications on-line only.

• Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent to applicants.

• Transport Canada will contact candidates once the screening process is completed.

• Please ensure that your email address is on your application for correspondence. 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.)

• An exam, an interview and reference check could be used as the assessement methods in this selection process.

• Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

• Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.

• Candidates will have to provide proof of education credentials and will be advised to provide the documents later in the process.

• Candidates who were educated outside of Canada, must have the certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. This will enable candidates 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 through its website at: http://www.cicdi.ca.

• 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.

• All job applications must be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS). Following are some of the benefits associated with applying on-line:
- applicants can create a profile and a resume that can be used when applying for other processes without having to recreate a new application each time;
- applicants can verify the status of their applications, at any time;
- for some jobs, applicants will find important information, namely the job questionnaire and a complete statement of merit criteria that are only available when applying on-line.

• To submit an application on-line, select the button "Apply Online" below.

• 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.