Senior Marine Safety Inspector *AMENDMENT* Closing date

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Assessment accommodation

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. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through screening questions and your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. It is not sufficient to only state that the qualification is met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. You must provide concrete examples to demonstrate that the qualification is met. You are encouraged to describe in detail when, where and how you gained the experience. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

If you are not a Canadian citizen, please indicate in your application the reason for which you are entitled to work in Canada: permanent resident status or work permit.

Duties

Inspectors 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 behavior change and develop new competencies in client industries. Inspectors work in an environment of high stress due to the possible impact of error and real or potential conflict. In the course of ensuring that regulations are respected, inspectors carry significant responsibility and accountability and their decisions have a direct impact on the safety of Canadians.

More specifically, this process will be used to staff Senior Marine Safety Inspector positions in our Service Centers and the Technical Services office in the Quebec Region as well as the executive office of Domestic Vessel Regulatory Oversight (AMSD) in Ottawa, Ontario.

The main tasks of Senior Maritime Safety Inspectors in our Service centers are:
• Inspection and certification of Canadian vessels
• Inspection of foreign commercial vessels
• Seafarer examinations for issuance of Certificates of Competency.
• Oversight of transportation of dangerous goods
• Inspection of regulated cargoes
• Occupational health and safety (marine)

The main tasks of Senior Maritime Safety Inspectors in the Technical Services Office are:
• Vessel plan approval
• Oversight of Delegated Statutory Inspection Program
• Issuance of safe manning documents
• Issuance of Coasting Trade letters
• Technical support for Marine Safety Inspectors

The Senior Maritime Safety Inspectors in the Office of Domestic Vessel Regulatory Oversight (AMSD):
• Provide national direction for inspection and certification requirements of all Canadian vessels.
• Promote safety by developing domestic regulatory framework and programs harmonized with international practices.
• Contribute to the administration of programs such as: the Safety Management System (SMS), the Delegated Statutory Inspection Program (DSIP), and Small Vessel Compliance Program (Non-Pleasure Craft) (SVCP).
• Develop legislation, regulations, standards, programs, policies, and procedures related to vessel design and construction, stability and load lines, electrical systems and machinery and marine safety equipment.

Work environment

Our Vision: A marine industry where safety and environmental protection are the top priorities, Transport Canada is building towards a future where industry operates at the maximum level of delegation possible, with the flexibility to meet safety requirements in the most cost-efficient manner.

Our Mission: To continuously maintain and enhance safety and the protection of life, health, property and the marine environment through: the development, maintenance and implementation of an effective regulatory regime; education and awareness; and monitoring and enforcement.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff six (6) Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB) positions on an indeterminate basis.

This process may also be used to establish a pool of qualified and/or partially-qualified candidates to staff future vacancies of similar or identical positions with various tenures (such as indeterminate and specified period) within Transport Canada in the Quebec Region and in Ottawa, Ontario.

Locations:
- Service Centers: Montreal (Quebec), Quebec City (Quebec), Rimouski (Quebec), Sept-Îles (Quebec)
- Technical Services office: Quebec City, Quebec
- Domestic Vessel Regulatory Oversight office: Ottawa, Ontario

STREAM 1: NAVAL ACHITECTURE
STREAM 2: ELECTRICAL
STREAM 3: MASTER/NAUTICAL
STREAM 4: MARINE ENGINEERING

You must clearly identify which stream(s) and which location(s) you are applying for in your application.

Positions to be filled: 6

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
STREAM 1
- Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in naval architecture.

STREAM 2
- Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in electrical/electronic engineering or electrical/electronic technology OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience in electrical/electronic installation in a marine environment.

STREAM 3
- Secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience AND possession of a Canadian certificate of competency as a Master, Near Coastal or higher.

STREAM 4
- Secondary school diploma OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience; AND possession of a Canadian certificate of competency as a Second-class Engineer (Motor Ship or Steamship) or higher.

Note 1: Candidates will be asked to provide proof of education and/or proof of Canadian certificate of competency.

Note 2: Candidates with foreign education credentials MUST provide proof of Canadian equivalency. For additional information, please consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/indexe.stm

Note 3: References to certification levels and experience are as defined in the Marine Personnel Regulations of the Canada Shipping Act, 2001. If you have a foreign certificate of competency, additional information on how to obtain a Canadian certificate of competency can be found here: https://tc.canada.ca/en/marine-transportation/marine-safety/questions-frequently-asked-regarding-certification-training#q1

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
For candidates with a university degree, Master Mariner or First Class engineer (Motor Ship or Steamship): Experience normally acquired in TWO (2) years in one or more of the following areas:
OR
For candidates who meet any other of the accepted education / certification factors: Experience normally acquired in FIVE (5) years in one or more of the following areas:

COMMON FOR ALL STREAMS
- Experience in marine design, construction, repairs, operation, inspection, quality assurance or other marine related areas.
OR
- Experience in technical or operational management of ships.

STREAM 3
- Experience as master or chief mate on ships.

STREAM 4
- Experience as chief engineer or second engineer on ships.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)
Note that this selection process will use the Public Service Commission's (PSC) Second language evaluation - Unsupervised Internet Tests (SLE UIT). Once this advertisement has closed, you will be invited to completed the Unsupervised tests of written expression and of reading comprehension for level B IF you do not already have valid Second Language Evaluation (SLE) results. You are responsible for checking your email and PSRS account for the invitation to complete the applicable test(s) within the established timeframe.

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES (Common for all streams)
- Ability to communicate effectively orally.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
- Ability to provide advice on technical matters and resolve operational problems.
- Ability to work under stress and to meet deadlines.

KEY COMPETENCIES (Common for all streams):
- Demonstrating integrity and respect
- Thinking things through
- Working effectively with others
- Showing initiative and being action-oriented

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION
- Degree from a recognized university in naval architecture.
- Degree from a recognized university in electrical/electronic engineering or in electrical/electronic technology.
- Degree from a recognized university in nautical studies or maritime studies.
- Degree from a recognized university in a field related to the position (e.g. engineering, technology, physical sciences, etc).

Degree equivalency

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
STREAM 3
- Possession of a Canadian certificate of competency as a Master Mariner, valid for use at sea.
OR
- Possession of a Canadian certificate of competency as a Master Mariner.

STREAM 4
- Possession of a Canadian certificate of competency as a First-class Engineer (Motor Ship or Steamship), valid for use at sea.
OR
- Possession of a Canadian certificate of competency as a First-class Engineer (Motor Ship or Steamship) and extensive* experience in the marine environment**
*Extensive is defined as depth and breadth of experience associated with the performance of duties for a period of at least five (5) years (could be in multiple positions).
** The marine environment is defined as the marine industry, marine transportation, Royal Canadian Navy, Canadian Coast Guard, other shipboard operations, operational support to shipping or other marine-related fields.

EXPERIENCE
- Experience as a master on vessels.
- Experience as a chief engineer on vessels.
- Experience as an employer representative or health and safety committee member /representative with respect to the Canada Labour Code Part II or the equivalent provincial health and safety legislation.
- Experience in the development or implementation of safety management systems in the maritime domain.
- Experience in the development or implementation of quality assurance programs or systems.
- Experience as a port captain or as an independent surveyor or as a surveyor for classification societies or Protection and Indemnity Clubs (P&I Clubs).
- Experience in design, construction or repair of commercial vessels or serially produced small vessels.
- Experience in managing large technical projects.
- Experience as a superintendent of a vessel.

KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of Canada Shipping Act, 2001 and associated regulations.
https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/c-10.15/
- Knowledge of international maritime legislation including conventions.
https://www.imo.org/en/about/Conventions/Pages/ListOfConventions.aspx

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

Conditions of employment

- Reliability Status security clearance
- Medical Requirements: Valid Health Canada Occupational Health.
- Willing and able to travel.
- Willing and able to work overtime on short notice.
- Possession of a valid Canadian driver’s license.

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

JOB APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED USING THE “APPLY ONLINE” LINK AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE. Note that acknowledgement of receipt of applications will not be sent. We thank all those who apply.

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.

2) Candidates must include a valid email 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 email systems block these types of email). It is also the candidate's responsibility to ensure accurate information is provided and updated as required.

3) It is your responsibility to check your e-mail account as well as your PSRS account regularly to ensure that you do not miss out on any opportunities. Failure to respond to communications may result in elimination from this process.

4) Please ensure to indicate the work location(s) where you would be willing and able to relocate in your application.

5) 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.

6) 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.

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) Candidates will be required to provide original proof of education as part of this selection process. Candidates with foreign educational credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. You may consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials at www.cicic.ca for further information.

9) Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online 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.