Principal Naval Architect

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

You will be required to complete screening questions as part of your online application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples and sufficient information that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so may result in your application being rejected.

Asset criteria are not essential to your qualification in a pool; as such we do not expect you to respond to each asset criteria. However, we encourage you to respond to any and all asset criteria that you feel correspond to your experience or qualifications, as this may be a deciding factor in determining the type of opportunities you may be considered for.

The next steps of the selection process will include a written exam, an interview and a reference check to assess the remaining qualifications.

Duties

This position while leading a of a team of naval architects provides Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in the field of naval architecture and of project management and planning services in support of engineering projects and as part of an ongoing delivery of operational engineering support to the Marine Engineering (ME) Branch of the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG).

Work environment

Integrated Technical Services (ITS) is a dynamic organization within the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG), with the mandate to deliver technical services and solutions in order to ensure that the CCG’s varied physical assets are capable, reliable and available to deliver CCG Programs to Canadians.
The Marine Engineering (ME) Branch within ITS was created to enhance the CCG’s ability to plan, manage, execute and report on vessel maintenance as well as providing technical expertise across the country to the CCG marine engineering community. We are a national team of project managers, engineers, technologists, technicians and support staff working to support all marine engineering aspects in our current fleet and future developments.

Engineers within the ME branch provide technical engineering support related to naval architectural, marine/mechanical, and electrical systems and equipment to the regions, fleet, and other branches and directorates within the CCG. This technical support includes developing conceptual designs for the modification of existing ships, developing and evaluating technical solutions for modifications to existing equipment and systems, investigating and evaluating new and innovative technologies, developing national technical standards, providing life cycle maintenance support for equipment, and conducting technical investigations related to marine equipment and systems.

The Canadian Coast Guard (an agency of Fisheries and Oceans Canada) is looking for new talent. Do not miss your chance to make a real difference in the lives of Canadians.

Still not convinced to apply?

Did you know that Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard have been recognized as an employer of choice through several awards?
→ Canada’s Top employers for Young People (2019);
→ Canada’s Best Employers according to Forbes (2018).

Did you know that we also have a real impact on the lives of Canadians? On a typical day, its workforce:
→ Saves 8 humans lives;
→ Answers 1,127 radio communications;
→ Responds to 5 environmental pollution reports;
→ And so much more!

Watch these videos to see what awaits you at the Canadian Coast Guard:
→ DFO and CCG: Our department, your department: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_CKQ9XKGXk
→ We are the Canadian Coast Guard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdsWxgd0c9g

Are you looking for an organization that:
→ Focuses on its employees' creativity and their professional development;
→ Has a rich and diverse range of career opportunities; and
→ Is a respectful workplace that celebrates diversity in all its genres?

If you're looking for new and rewarding challenges, do not waste another second and submit your application to join one of the most dynamic organization in the Federal Public Service.

We'll see you on-board!

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Intent of the process

This appointment process will initially be used to staff one (1) indeterminate position in Ottawa, ON within the Canadian Coast Guard.

However, a pool of qualified persons resulting from this process may be used to fill similar positions with various linguistic profiles, tenures and security requirements which may vary according to the position being staffed.

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
E1: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in naval architecture.

Degree equivalency

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION:
Eligibility for certification as a Professional Engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position

EXPERIENCE
EX1: Considerable* experience producing and evaluating engineering drawings and technical reports.

EX2: Considerable* and recent** experience in both the production and evaluation of engineering studies and options analyses.

EX3: Experience in leading, coordinating and reviewing the work of other engineers and/or engineering technologists.

EX4: Experience in developing technical statements of requirements for naval architecture systems and related equipment.

EX5: Experience in conducting condition surveys of naval architecture related aspects of a vessel.

EX6: Experience in leading or overseeing technical investigations and failure analyses of: (1) vessels, or (2) vessel structure, or (3) naval architecture-related equipment and operational systems.

EX7: Recent** experience in the developing and implementing large complex vessel, equipment or systems projects in the planning and development stages.

EX8: Considerable* and recent** experience in the provision of a range of naval architecture services related to the design, construction and/or maintenance of ships and ship systems.

*Considerable experience is understood to mean the depth and breadth of the experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of various related activities which are normally acquired over a period of at least ten (10) years.

**Recent experience is defined as experience normally acquired within the last 5 years.

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

ASSET EXPERIENCE
AEX1: Recent** experience in project management.

AEX2: Recent** experience in design assessment of ship equipment and systems.

AEX3: Recent** experience in the operation of ship equipment and systems.

AEX4: Recent** experience applying Canadian and International rules and regulations pertaining to the design, construction and operation of ships and ship systems.

AEX5: Experience with the application of commonly accepted practices for the maintenance, overhaul and/or repair of ships and ship systems.

AEX6: Considerable* experience in the design assessment of ship equipment and systems.

AEX7: Considerable* experience applying Canadian and International rules and regulations pertaining to the design, construction and operation of ships and ship systems.

*Considerable experience is understood to mean the depth and breadth of the experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of various related activities which are normally acquired over a period of at least ten (10) years.

**Recent experience is defined as experience normally acquired within the last 5 years.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
K1: Knowledge of project management principles and practices.

K2: Knowledge of Canadian acts and regulations, and International rules and conventions pertaining to the design, construction, repair or modification of ships and ship systems

K3: Knowledge of technical investigations and failure analyses techniques.

K4: Knowledge of the theories, principles, methods, and practices of naval architectural engineering.

K5: Knowledge of theories and principles of Life Cycle Material Management (LCMM).

KEY LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

LC1: Create Vision and Strategy

LC2: Mobilize People

LC3: Uphold Integrity and Respect

LC4: Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders

LC5: Promote Innovation and Guide Change

The complete definition of the Supervisor Key Leadership Competencies may be found at the following Website: http://www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/psm-fpfm/learning-apprentissage/pdps-ppfp/klc-ccl/eff-eng.asp#supervisor

ABILITY
A1: Ability to analyze issues, assess impacts and develop options and solutions.

A2: Ability to effectively explain complex technical subjects.

A3: Ability to effectively communicate in writing..

A4: Ability to effectively communicate orally.

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:
The Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) are committed to maintaining a representative workforce reflective of Canadian society. In support of achieving a diversified workforce and our employment equity goals, persons who self-declare as members of Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and/or women may be selected first for appointment to fulfill organizational needs.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Willingness and ability to work overtime to meet operational requirements.

Willingness and ability to travel within Canada and abroad.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

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

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.