Director, Investigations - Rail/Pipeline

Important messages

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.

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The TSB was created as an independent agency due to the importance of impartiality in the conduct of investigations. It is fundamental to the achievement of the TSB’s mandate for employees to be free from real, apparent or potential conflicts of interest in the conduct of day to day operations. As such, and in accordance with the TSB Code of Values and Ethics, the successful candidate in this selection process cannot directly own an interest (shares or other) in a company involved in the air, marine, rail, or pipeline industry. Other personal activities relating to these industries may also represent a conflict of interest. Should you have concerns in regards to your candidacy and any real, apparent or potential conflicts of interest, you are strongly encouraged to raise them as early in the process as possible. For additional information on the TSB's Code of Values and Ethics, please visit the website at: http://www.tsb.gc.ca/eng/index.asp

Duties

The Director, Investigations - Rail/Pipeline is responsible for the conduct of independent safety investigations into selected rail and pipeline transportation accidents and incidents in order to identify the causes and contributing factors. The Director oversees the planning and conduct of the investigations, the preparation of investigation reports and various safety communications, the drafting of safety recommendations, as well as the communication of key safety messages to stakeholders and the public. The Director is also responsible for the tracking and follow-up of responses to safety recommendations and other safety communications, as well as for on-going communication and advocacy to influence changes that advance rail and pipeline transportation safety in Canada and around the world.

A detailed work description is available upon request.

Work environment

The TSB is an independent arm's length agency that reports to Parliament through the President of the Queen's Privy Council for Canada. We are a world-leading investigation organization that influences change to advance transportation safety. The TSB performs a key role within the Canadian transportation system. Our mandate is to advance transportation safety by:

• conducting independent investigations—including, when necessary, public inquiries—into selected transportation occurrences in order to make findings as to their causes and contributing factors;
• identifying safety deficiencies as evidenced by transportation occurrences;
• making recommendations designed to reduce or eliminate any such safety deficiencies; and
• reporting publicly on our investigations and related findings.

The TSB is a small organization with approximately 220 employees and 5 Board Members, including the Chair. The organization operates in a decentralized manner in 10 locations across Canada. Employees work in a collegial and collaborative environment.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff one (1) indeterminate position in Gatineau, Québec.

However if you have interest in working with the TSB, even in other parts of the country, you are encouraged to apply as this selection process aims to create a pool of partially qualified candidates. This pool could be used to staff other similar positions in the future.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 3 references.

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

EDUCATION:
Degree from a recognized university in a field related to the position being filled OR an acceptable combination of education and training and/or management experience in a field relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
Recent and significant experience* in managing the conduct of investigations or research, the delivery of projects, programs or operational activities in a field related to Rail or Pipeline transportation.

Recent and significant experience* in providing strategic analysis and advice, briefing and recommendations to senior management

Recent and significant experience* in establishing organizational priorities, in directing their development, implementation and managing the resulting changes.

Recent and significant experience in the management of human and financial resources. **

Experience in consulting, negotiating or establishing partnerships with national and/or international stakeholders.

* Recent and Significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of the experience associated with having performed a broad range of complex activities related to this task, which are normally acquired over a period of at least 2 years within the last 7 years.

** Please indicate the number of employees you supervised directly and the size of budget for which you were directly responsible.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS: (Asset qualifications are non essential to being qualified for the position however if you possess these asset you should include them in your application)
EDUCATION:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized university in engineering, science or human factors.

Degree equivalency

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION:
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Possession of a Canadian Professional Engineering designation (P.Eng)

EXPERIENCE:
Experience in representing Canada at international forums and conferences.
Experience in conducting risk assessments and developing risk mitigating strategies.
Experience in promoting and implementing a digital shift.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of major trends and issues affecting the safety of the rail and/or pipeline transportation industry.
Knowledge of safety management and/or risk analysis techniques.

KEY LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
- Create Vision and Strategy
- Mobilize People
- Uphold Integrity and Respect
- Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
- Promote Innovation and Guide Change
- Achieve Results

ABILITIES:
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Ability to communicate effectively orally

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

- The incumbent of this position is required to travel in Canada and abroad.
- The incumbent of this position must respond to emergencies without advance notice and be able to work irregular hours.

Other information

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is committed to achieve a representative workforce. Selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as being a member of one or more of the following groups: Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, women and visible minorities.

Reference checks may be sought.
An interview may be administered.
A written 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 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.