Regional Training Pilot

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Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff one position on an indeterminate basis in Dorval (Quebec). However, a pool of qualified or partially qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions in Transport Canada where tenure, language requirements and security requirements may vary.

Positions to be filled: 1

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)

You will be required to demonstrate how you meet the Essential Qualifications (Education and Experience) and Asset qualifications (if applicable) for the initial screening by answering online screening questions and on your résumé. It is not sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. You must clearly demonstrate when, where, and how the qualification was met through substantiation by concrete examples. Information on your education and experience provided in the screening questions should be supported by your résumé. Failure to provide the above information in the required format may result in your application
being rejected from this process.

EDUCATION :
• A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION :
• Possession of a valid Canadian Airline Transport Pilot Licence – Aeroplane Category, with a valid Group 1 instrument rating.
• Possession of a valid Restricted Radio Telephone Operators certificate (endorsed Aeronautical).

EXPERIENCES :
• Minimum of 3000 hours flying experience.
• Minimum of 1500 hours as pilot-in-command of multiengine airplanes.
• Minimum of 300 hours instrument flight time (150 hours must be actual).
• Experience as a training pilot or flight instructor.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE :
• Knowledge of aircraft systems, performance and limitations.
• Knowledge of Transport Canada Approved Check Pilot Manual (TP 6533) and Pilot Proficiency Check and Aircraft Type Rating Flight Test Guide - Aeroplanes (TP14727).
• Knowledge of the Canadian Aviation Regulations governing the operation of Commercial Fixed Wing Aircraft under subparts 703 and 704.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY :
• Effective Interpersonal Relationships
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Judgment
• Client Service Orientation

ABILITIES :
• Ability to prepare effective lesson plans, use visual aids, and deliver clear instruction to groups or individuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

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

EXPERIENCES :
• Instructor experience in Level C or Level D flight simulators.
• Experience as an approved check pilot (ACP), a designated pilot examiner (PE) or Military equivalent whose duties include the evaluation of pilot competencies.
• Experience as a pilot in command of a C550 aircraft.
• Experience as a pilot in command of a C90 aircraft.
• Expérience on multi-crew aircraft.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

• Wiling and able to work irregular hours which include evening and night operations.
• Willing and able to travel and work overtime as tasked.
• Willing and able to work in an aviation environment (i.e., noise, fumes, and hazards).
• Successful completion of requirements associated with the issuance of a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) in order to obtain and maintain it.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Possess and maintain a valid Canadian passport.

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

• Transport Canada will accept applications on-line only.
• Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent to applicants.
• Transport Canada will contact candidates once the screening process is completed.
• Please ensure that your email address is on your application for correspondence. Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Failure to respond to communications may result in elimination from this process.
• Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.
• Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.
• Successful candidate(s) must meet and maintain the conditions of employment throughout their employment.
• A variety of tools and methods may be used to assess candidates including, but not limited to, written tests, standardized tests, interviews, and/or reference checks. In addition, all information obtained throughout the selection process from the time of application to close of process may be used to evaluate candidates.
• Candidates who were educated outside of Canada, must have the certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. This will enable candidates to provide proof of Canadian equivalency when applying for a job in the public service. The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) assists persons who wish to obtain an assessment of their educational, professional, and occupational credentials by referring them to the appropriate organizations The CICIC can be contacted through its website at: http://www.cicdi.ca.
• 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.
• All job applications must be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS). Following are some of the benefits associated with applying on-line:
- applicants can create a profile and a resume that can be used when applying for other processes without having to recreate a new application each time;
- applicants can verify the status of their applications, at any time;
- for some jobs, applicants will find important information, namely the jobquestionnaire and a complete statement of merit criteria that are only available when applying on-line.
• To submit an application on-line, select the button "Apply Online" below.
• Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line 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.