Geotechnical Engineer

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Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff one indeterminate Geotechnical Discipline Engineer, with an English Essential language requirement, in one of the following locations: Halifax, NS, Moncton, NB, Saint John, NB, Charlottetown, PE, Corner Brook, NL or St. John’s, NL.

A pool of completely or partially qualified candidates may be established through this process to staff similar positions at an identical or equivalent group and level with various linguistic requirements and various security profiles at Public Services and Procurement Canada within the Atlantic Region.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Education:
Graduation with a degree* from a recognized post-secondary institution in Civil Engineering, with specialization in Geotechnical Engineering or some other engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.

*A degree is defined as a baccalaureate or higher level degree, as established by recognized educational authorities.

Note: Your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the educational requirements.

Degree equivalency

Occupational Certification:
Certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position.

Experience:
Experience in geotechnical analysis and design of engineered systems, site surveys, inspections and technical assistance.

Experience in providing geotechnical engineering services including preparing drawings, specifications, reports, condition assessments and tender documents (budget and schedule estimation).

Experience in coordinating, reviewing and providing advice on the work of other professionals and/or associated resource disciplines relating to design, drawings, specifications, quality or issues.

Experience providing geotechnical design or technical advice to management, project managers or clients.

Note: The screening board cannot make assumptions about your experience; it is important that candidates clearly demonstrate to what degree they meet the above experience elements, giving detailed examples of EACH element.

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

Asset Educational Requirements:
Additional education or certification related to the discipline such as a Master's Degree, PHD or specialized courses

Degree equivalency

Asset Experience:
Experience in geotechnical analysis and design for civil engineering project such as: bridges, dams, breakwaters, marine wharves (piling, crib and caisson foundation etc.), dredging, building structures, highways, parking garages and underground infrastructures (piping networks, tunnels, etc.)

Experience in blast analysis and design of blast mitigation measures for buildings.

Experience in design for slope protection and remedial measures related to slope stability and protection.

Experience in preparing detailed scopes of work and terms of references with the purpose of engaging Engineering Consultants.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
Knowledge of principles and practices applicable to geotechnical engineering.

Competencies:
Client Service Level 1
Demonstrating integrity and respect
Working effectively with others
Thinking things through
Showing initiative and being action-oriented

Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally.
Ability to apply codes and standards in relation to construction drawings involving Geotechnical Engineering.

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: persons with disabilities, visible minorities

Information on employment equity

Operational Requirements:
Willingness and ability to work overtime on occasion on short notice, including weekends.

Willingness to travel for short or long periods of time by car, boat, helicopter or airplane

Willing to work in correctional facilities and penitentiaries.

Willing and able to work on and around construction sites, wearing personal protective equipment.

Possession of a valid provincial driver's license or personal mobility to the extent normally associated with the possession of a valid driver's license, within the limits of Treasury Board policy.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status Security Clearance.

Must maintain registration with the applicable provincial engineering association(s) in Canada for the duration of his/her employment.

Adherence to the Public Service and Procurement Canada Code of Conduct

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.

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.

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.