DSIP Advisor and National Technical Investigator

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Assessment accommodation

Duties

Working on a team, you would plan, organize and attend opening/closing meetings for Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) ships enrolling into the Delegated Statutory Inspection Program (DSIP). Assisting the Vessel Maintenance Managers (VMM), Captains, Chief Engineers and other CCG personnel for vessels already enrolled or vessels enrolling into the DSIP with questions and problems associated with regulatory and classification society conformance.

Participate on investigations and root cause analysis for failures of hull and equipment.

Liaison between industry, contractors, class societies, Transport Canada representatives and all CCG for assistance in the continuous running and maintenance of the CCG Fleet.

Work environment

Advisors and Investigators must be leaders and skilled communicators capable of working effectively with others and adapting to the different needs of our clients. They must sometimes take rapid, decisive action and must be able to negotiate, facilitate behaviour change and develop new competencies in client industries.

Vision:
Through innovation and excellence, a recognized leader in maritime services and safety.

Our Mission:
Canadian Coast Guard services support government priorities and economic prosperity and contribute to the safety, accessibility and security of Canadian waters.

Intent of the process

The immediate intent is to fill three (3) positions (English essential) on an indeterminate basis. However, a list of partially qualified candidates may be established and may be used to fill similar positions with various language requirements, tenures and security requirements within the Canadian Coast Guard.

Positions to be filled: 3

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Education:

Third Class Marine Engineering, Transport Canada Certificate of Competency;
OR
Graduation with a diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in Naval Architecture Technology;
OR
Graduation with a diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in Marine Engineering Systems Design Technology;
OR
Graduation with a diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in marine drafting, mechanical engineering, electrical technology;
OR
CCG certificate of competency as an Electrical Officer or other marine related technical certificates.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
- Experience in marine design, construction, repairs, operation, inspection, quality assurance or other marine related areas.
- Experience in the enrollment of vessels into DSIP or transfer of class
OR
Experience conducting technical incident investigations into Marine Hazardous occurrences.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
• Knowledge of the marine regulatory framework (Canada Shipping Act, IMO, IACS - Classification Society Rules), codes, standards (CSA, ULC, EU) relevant to the design, building and operation of ships, including their maintenance;
• Knowledge of the practices and techniques for conducting marine incident investigations.

Abilities:
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze issues, assess impacts and develop recommendations.
• Ability to draft, review and write reports.

Key Leadership Competencies***:
• Create Vision and Strategy
• Mobilize People
• Uphold Integrity and Respect
• Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
• Achieve Results

***The above Key Leadership Competencies may be found at the following Website: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/professional-development/key-leadership-competency-profile/examples-effective-ineffective-behaviours.html

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

Occupational Certificate:
• Second or First Class Marine Engineering, Transport Canada Certificate of Competency.

Experience:
• Experience managing contractors and their performance, issuing contracts or handling complaints;
• Experience as a team member or leading technical investigations;
• Experience in quality control inspections of welds or structures;
• Experience in the development or implementation of safety management systems;
• Experience in the development or implementation of quality assurance programs or systems;
• Experience inspecting ships and ensuring they meet the regulatory regime, issuing deficiencies as a Transport Canada inspector or as a Recognized Organization (RO) surveyor.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Be willing and able to work overtime to meet operational requirements.
- Be willing and able to travel within Canada and abroad.

Conditions of employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Reliability security clearance.
- Other Security Requirements: Some positions may require a secret or top secret clearance. This factor is not used at the pre-selection stage. The Department is responsible for the security clearance process.
- Valid automobile driver’s licence.

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

1) Please ensure you read all poster notes thoroughly as they contain important information that will be required in the application process. Failure to read the notes and follow the instructions could result in your application missing critical information providing for insufficient information for the assessment board to complete your assessment resulting in your elimination from the process. It is the responsibility of the candidate to clearly outline that they meet each of the screening criteria (i.e. Education and Experience Qualifications, both Essential and Assets). Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that the requirement is met or to provide a listing of current responsibilities, rather the candidate must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the requirement. Failure to do so could result in the application being rejected from the process.
2) All job applications must be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System. Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.
3) Candidates must include a valid e-mail address in their application. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure that this address is functional and that it
accepts messages from unknown users (some e-mail systems block these types
of e-mail). It is also the candidate's responsibility to ensure accurate
information is provided and updated as required.
4) It is your responsibility to check your e-mail account regularly to ensure that you do not miss out on any opportunities. Failure to respond in the appropriate timeframe will result in not being referred to the organization.
5) Please ensure to indicate the work location(s) where you would be willing and able to relocate in your application.
6) 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, reference checks, etc. 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.
7) Please note that for candidates applying from outside the public service, the Department may not reimburse travel expenses linked to the assessment process; however, every reasonable effort will be made to minimize travel costs for candidates who will undergo assessment.
8) 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.
9) Proof of education must be provided upon request.
FOREIGN EDUCATION CREDENTIALS
The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) contains information on how to obtain an assessment of foreign education credentials. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. You may consult the CICIC for further information: http://www.cicic.ca/en/index.aspx.
10) Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.

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.