Auditing Specialist, Rail Safety

Important messages

Transport Canada (TC) employs over 6,000 talented and motivated employees working across Canada. We strive to serve the public interest through the promotion of a safe and secure, efficient and environmentally responsible transportation system in Canada.

As an employer, TC fosters employee well-being, provides an open and respectful workplace, competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements that promote work-life balance. Transport Canada was named one of Canada’s top employers in 2021 by Forbes.

Job applications must be submitted via this GC Jobs website.

Duties

Working in the Rail Safety Directorate at TC, Auditing Specialists are responsible for performing audits and other activities related to railway safety management systems, promoting compliance and educating the rail industry on regulatory requirements and risk management.

What you will be doing:

• Conducting audits of the safety management systems of railways operating in Canada.
• Participating in the design, development and implementation of the railway safety management system regulatory compliance program.
• Providing subject matter expert advice on audit methodologies, standards, policies, procedures and best practices to promote continual improvements to the audit program.
• Developing strategies and processes to monitor the adoption by the rail industry of safety management system approaches and practices.
• Providing subject matter expert advice, guidance and interpretation to internal and external stakeholders, including the coaching and mentoring of regional colleagues.
• Analyzing safety data in support of the Rail Safety Program.

Auditing Specialists must be skilled communicators capable of working effectively in a multidisciplinary environment, exercising judgment and adapting to the different needs of others. They must be able to facilitate behaviour change and respond effectively to stressful situations. In the course of ensuring regulatory requirements are met, Auditing Specialists carry significant responsibility and accountability as their decisions can have a direct impact on the transportation system and safety of the travelling public.

Work environment

The key activities of this position require occasional travel locally, regionally and sometimes nationally to conduct auditing activities. Most tasks will be performed in a typical office environment. Some activities may be performed in various indoor and outdoor environments and under varying weather conditions.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established to staff this position or other similar positions of various tenures and/or various linguistic requirements within Transport Canada.

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)

You are required to demonstrate your education, experience and asset qualifications (if applicable) by responding to online screening questions and in your résumé. It is NOT sufficient to only state that you meet the qualifications or to provide a listing of your current or past responsibilities.

You must provide details (e.g. when, where, and how) and concrete examples to demonstrate how you meet the qualifications. The information you provide in your responses to the screening questions need to be supported by your résumé. Failure to provide the required information may result in your application being rejected.

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EDUCATION:

• Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

• Significant* experience as an auditor in the planning, conducting, and reporting phases of audit engagements.
• Experience in conducting data analysis, as part of regular work duties.
• Experience in writing detailed audit reports**.

*Significant is defined as at least two (2) years of cumulative experience that is a core part of work responsibilities.
**Detailed audit reports must be written by the candidate and not be a system-generated template such as a checklist or a form to complete.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:

• Holder of a CAN/CSA-ISO 31000, Q850, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or any other type of related auditing designation.
• Significant* experience in conducting audits of a management system as a lead auditor.
• Experience working in the railway industry.
• Experience working in a regulatory or oversight environment.
• Experience in risk-based activities such as writing detailed reports of outcomes, completing risk assessments, or using risk results for decision-making.
• Experience working with safety management systems, quality management systems, or in an ISO environment.
• Experience in using audit software such as TeamMate.

*Significant is defined as at least two (2) years of experience.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of railway safety management systems.
• Knowledge of auditing standards, methodologies, and principles.

COMPETENCIES:
• Thinking things through
• Working effectively with others
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented
• Demonstrating integrity and respect

ABILITIES:
• Ability to analyze information and make recommendations.
• Ability to prepare and deliver presentations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.

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

Organizational Needs:
In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, visible minorities, and women.

Operational Requirement:
Ability and willingness to work remotely, as required.

Conditions of employment

• Reliability status security clearance.
• Possession of a valid provincial or territorial driver’s licence to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional overtime, as required.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally and by using all modes of transportation, as required.
• Ability and willingness to work in adverse environments and weather conditions, as required.
• Ability and willingness to use various types of personal protective equipment, as required.

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. Transport Canada also promotes a welcoming, safe and inclusive work environment for all, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

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.

A variety of assessment tools and methods may be used, including but not limited to written tests, self-assessments, standardized tests, interviews, and reference checks. All information obtained throughout the selection process from the time of application to close of process may be used to evaluate candidates.

Random and/or top down selection may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Communications for this process will be sent via email and it is your responsibility to provide accurate and updated contact information in case of changes. Failure to respond to communications may result in elimination from this process.

Original proof of education will need to be provided as part of this process. Candidates with foreign educational credentials will be required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. You may consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials at www.cicic.ca for more information.

Candidates are entitled to participate in this process in the official language of their choice.

Successful candidates must meet and maintain the conditions of employment throughout their employment.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, 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.