Inspection Services Specialist (Trainer/Supervisor/Specialist)

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.

Assessment accommodation

CGC would like its workforce to be reflective of the population it serves. As a result, preference may be given to candidates who are members of an Employment Equity group: Aboriginal persons, visible minorities, persons with disabilities. We encourage candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a member of one of these groups.

Applicants must answer each screening question through the Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS). For each question where you are asked to provide details, you must give concrete and detailed examples that demonstrate how you meet the essential and asset education and experience requirements. You must also give the full name of the organization where you gained the experience, your title and the period during which you performed the pertinent tasks (MM/YY to MM/YY).

The screening board cannot make assumptions about your experience. It is not enough to simply state that you have the required qualifications, or list your current responsibilities.

The resume may constitute a secondary source to validate the experience factors.

Only online applications will be accepted to be able to take advantage of the many benefits of using the e-Recruitment system.

Individuals who are unable to apply online must contact the resource person identified at the end of this advertisement before the closing date.

Work environment

The Canadian Grain Commission (CGC) is a federal department responsible to ensure the integrity and marketability of grain for the domestic and international grain trade, from producer to global customer.

The CGC is a significant part of Canada’s dynamic and diverse agricultural sector. We regulate grain handling in Canada, set grain standards and conduct research on grain. At the CGC, we strive to live our values of excellence, integrity, respect and accountability.

We promote work-life balance and have an Employee and Family Assistance program to support you and your family.

Intent of the process

A pool of partially or fully qualified candidates may be established from this selection process and may be used to staff similar positions with various tenures, various linguistic profiles as well as various security clearances within the CGC.

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

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
• *Significant contiguous experience in the inspection and grading of grains.
*Significant contiguous experience is defined as the depth and breadth of the experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of related grain inspection activities, which are normally acquired over a period of two (2) years at the working level or equivalent of a PI CGC-03 Grain Inspector, or above.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
• Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in a field relevant to the work to be performed.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
• *Substantial contiguous experience in the inspection and grading of grains.
• Experience in liaising with various levels of grain industry management, other government departments or producer organizations.
• Experience in the development of technical grain grading materials and the delivery of technical grain grading seminars.
• Experience in the operation of grain elevators and their sampling systems.
• Experience as a member of a project team or committee.
*Substantial contiguous experience is defined as the depth and breadth of the experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of related grain inspection activities, which are normally acquired over a period of five (5) years at the working level or equivalent of a PI CGC-03 Grain Inspector, or above.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
• Knowledge of government or private performance management agreements and practices.

COMPETENCIES
• Effective Interactive Communication (Level 3)
• Being a Team Player (Level 2)
• Analytical Thinking (Level 3)
• Commitment to Quality (Level 2)
• Develop Others (Level 2)
• Building Trust Through Integrity ( Level 2 )

ABILITIES
• Ability to grade grains as defined by the Canada Grain Regulations.

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

KNOWLEDGE
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of effective Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Knowledge of the Industry Services’ Grain Inspection Development Program (GIDP).

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain, in good standing, the appropriate security requirements for access to any port or work related site.
• Valid drivers’ license or personal mobility in the time and manner normally associated with possession and use of a drivers’ license.
• Ability, availability, and willingness to use personal vehicle in the performance of duties
• Ability, availability and willingness to work overtime, FREQUENTLY and as required, often on short notice.
• Ability, availability and willingness to work shifts characterized by irregular hours (e.g., nights, weekends, statutory holidays) or be on standby on a 24/7 basis as required
• Availability and willingness to partake in waterfront vessel loading activities when required
• Ability and willingness to FREQUENTLY travel as required, often on short notice, including travel to industrial third party worksites, for extended periods regionally, nationally and at times internationally using all modes of transportation
• Ability and willingness to work in an industrial environment under physically demanding conditions (indoor and outdoor) with exposure to grain dust, soil, and other related irritants (ex. Sulphur or Coal)
• Ability and willingness to wear appropriate protective clothing and/or equipment. Known allergies and/or environmental sensitivities must be reported to management and controlled through the use of personal protective equipment and medication, and must not impinge upon the duties to be performed.
• Ability and willingness to move and lift items up to 20 kg (ex. grain sample bags)
• Ability and willingness to climb ladders and work, occasionally, at heights above 3 meters and/or within close quarters in grain handling facilities or vessels.

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

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

An assignment, secondment, or acting appointment requires approval of your supervisor.

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.

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

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.