Civil Aviation Safety Inspector, Cabin Safety / AOHS

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Duties

Working in the Civil Aviation Directorate at Transport Canada, Civil Aviation Safety Inspectors – Cabin Safety/Aviation Occupational Health and Safety are responsible for performing oversight activities as they relate to cabin safety for air operators, to assure compliance with the regulatory framework, to promote a proactive safety management systems culture, and for the safety of civil air operations in Canada.

What this position can offer you:
✔ To work in action with industry to continuously improve civil air operations in Canada;
✔ An opportunity to get involved in an oversight program that works closely with industry partners and stakeholders through various oversight activities;
✔ An environment to expand your expertise; and
✔ An opportunity to travel and engage with colleagues regionally and nationally.

Work environment

The key activities of this position require occasional travel locally, regionally, and sometimes nationally to conduct oversight activities. Most tasks will be performed in a typical office environment or telework 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 and used to staff positions in Toronto, Ontario. It may also be used to staff other similar positions of various tenures and/or various linguistic requirements within Transport Canada.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

❗ You must demonstrate your education, experience, and asset qualifications (if applicable) by answering screening questions within the application and providing supporting information in your résumé. The information and examples you provide must be concrete and with details (e.g. when, where, and how) to demonstrate how you meet the qualifications. It is not sufficient to only state that you meet a qualification or provide a listing of your current or past responsibilities. Failure to provide the required information may result in your application being screened out.
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Education:

Successful completion of a post-secondary program from a recognized post-secondary education institution or an acceptable* combination of education and experience.

*Acceptable combination is defined as a secondary school diploma and at least three (3) years of experience in the aviation industry related to the position.

Degree equivalency

Experience:

Significant* experience in one of the following areas for a Canadian Air Operator:
- As a manager or supervisor of flight attendants**.
- As an instructor of flight attendants in safety and emergency procedures.
- In the development of an air operator’s flight attendant safety and emergency procedures.

*Significant is defined as having performed complex activities in a wide variety of situations and that it is at least two (2) years of cumulative experience.
**Flight Attendant In-charge experience is not considered as equivalent to manager/supervisor experience.

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

Asset Qualifications:

1. Experience as a Flight Attendant Manager for a Canadian Air Operator.
2. Experience in the development of training programs in an aviation environment.
3. Experience working with the Aviation Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.
4. Experience working on aircrafts with 50 or less passenger seats.
5. Experience working on aircrafts with more than 50 passenger seats.
6. Experience as a qualified crew member on a transport category aeroplane flying international routes.
7. Experience working with a foreign air operator.
8. Experience on Occupational Health and Safety Committees or as an Occupational Health and Safety Representative, working with the Canada Labour Code - Part II.
9. Experience in conducting hazardous occurrence investigations.
10. Experience in conducting audits or evaluations of compliance.
11. Experience in managing projects.
12. Experience in conducting training and information briefings.
13. Experience in developing or evaluating management systems.
14. Experience in applying risk management concepts and principles.
15. Experience in using a computer for word processing, email, and internet.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
Knowledge of the Aeronautics Act, Canadian Aviation Regulations and the Commercial Air Service Standards pertaining to cabin safety.
Knowledge of flight attendant training programs, training techniques and training devices.
Knowledge of aircraft cabin configurations, systems, and equipment.
Knowledge of flight attendant safety and emergency procedures.
Knowledge of the flight attendant manual and flight attendant training standards.

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

Abilities:
Ability to analyze issues and make recommendations.
Ability to organize and manage priorities.
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 Requirements :
Ability and willingness to work remotely, as required.
Ability and willingness to be able to sit for long periods of time (e.g. during in-flight inspections, while monitoring air operator training and other surveillance activities, etc.).
Ability and willingness to perform duties requiring significant manual and physical dexterity such as lifting, reaching, bending, and carrying equipment, etc.
Ability and willingness to perform activities in an aviation environment where there may be exposure to noise, industrial and chemical hazards, outdoor elements, and dangers associated with aircrafts and vehicles.
Ability and willingness to use various types of personal protective equipment.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance.
Possession of a valid provincial or territorial driver’s licence.
Possession of a valid Canadian passport.
Ability and willingness to work overtime, on weekends, and irregular hours, as required.
Ability and willingness to travel extensively and independently, as required.
Ability and willingness to travel regionally, nationally, and internationally, and by using all modes of transportation, 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.

Information on employment equity

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.

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

A variety of assessment tools and methods may be used as part of this process. All information obtained throughout the selection process from the time of application to close of process may be used to evaluate candidates. A top-down approach may also be used to determine which candidates will be given further consideration during the assessment process.

Communications for this process will be sent via email. It will be the candidate's responsibility to provide accurate contact information and updated as required. Candidates should provide an email address that accepts emails from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Failure to respond to communications in a timely manner may result in elimination from this process.

Proof of education in the form of a diploma or official transcripts will be required as part of this process. Candidates with foreign educational credentials must have the credentials assessed against Canadian education standards. You may consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (www.cicic.ca) for more information.

Successful candidate(s) must meet and maintain the conditions of employment throughout their employment.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605 or inform the Contact persons below.

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.