(Senior) Marine Safety Inspector - Inventory

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Assessment accommodation

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

Duties

Our Vision: A marine industry where safety and environmental protection are the top priorities, Transport Canada is building towards a future where industry operates at the maximum level of delegation possible, with the flexibility to meet safety requirements in the most cost-efficient manner. This means that the regulatory framework must be increasingly performance based to allow for the implementation of systematic approaches and to provide continuous improvement in safety performance. How we manage risk in the maritime world or what we do to prevent accidents from occurring in the first place becomes the logical and necessary focus of our endeavors. For the purposes of the Marine Safety Program and to bring our strategic goals into focus, Transport Canada Marine Safety and Security (TCMSS) defines safety as the condition where risks are managed to acceptable levels, which translates into our mission.

Our Mission: To continuously maintain and enhance safety and the protection of life, health, property and the marine environment through: (a) the development, maintenance and implementation of an effective regulatory regime; (b) education and awareness; and (c) monitoring and enforcement.

More specifically, this process will be used to staff Marine Safety Inspector positions and Senior Marine Safety Inspector positions in Marine Safety and Security Headquarters in the National Capital Region.

Work environment

TRANSPORT CANADA: A SMART CAREER MOVE!

Apply today for an opportunity to join Transport Canada. We are looking for dynamic candidates that will help shape and build the Transport Canada of tomorrow. The persons selected will have the opportunity to increase their experience and expertise. We look forward to hearing from you!

Inspectors must be leaders and skilled communicators capable of working effectively with others and adapting to the different needs of our clients. They must sometimes take rapid, decisive action and must be able to negotiate, facilitate behavior change and develop new competencies in client industries. Inspectors work in an environment of high stress due to the possible impact of error and real or potential conflict. In the course of ensuring that regulations are respected, inspectors carry significant responsibility and accountability, and their decisions have a direct impact on the safety of Canadians.

Transport Canada employs over 6,000 talented and motivated employees working in the Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario, Prairie, and Northern, Pacific regions, and at our Ottawa Headquarters. We develop policies and enforces acts and regulations that support transportation efficiency, safety, security, environmental responsibility, and align with global standards. Our vision is of a safe, secure, green, innovative, and integrated transportation system that supports trade and economic growth, a cleaner environment, and the well-being of Canada’s middle class. Our transportation agenda thrives to adopt new ways of thinking about how we deliver services and oversee the transportation system.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff multiple Marine Safety Inspector (TI-06) and Senior Marine Safety Inspector (TI-07) positions with various tenures (such as indeterminate and specified period) within the National Capital Region. Interviews will be done on an on-going basis.

Marine Safety Inspector (TI-06) and Senior Marine Safety Inspector (TI-07)
STREAM 1: NAVAL ACHITECTURE
STREAM 2: ELECTRICAL
STREAM 3: MASTER
STREAM 4: MARINE ENGINEERING

You must clearly identify which position(s) and stream(s) you are applying for in your application.

A pool of partially and/or fully qualified candidates may be established within Transport Canada and may be used to staff similar positions with various tenures (including acting, assignment, deployment, indeterminate, secondment, specified period), and/or various linguistic requirements, and/or various security profiles.

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)

EDUCATION

STREAM 1 (TI-06/TI-07): NAVAL ACHITECTURE
ED1: Post-secondary diploma from a recognized institution in naval architecture OR an acceptable combination of education with significant* experience in the marine environment
*Significant is defined as a minimum of three (3) years of experience for the TI-06 level and five (5) years of experience for the TI-07 level.

STREAM 2 (TI-06/TI-07): ELECTRICAL
ED2: Post-secondary diploma from a recognized institution in electrical/electronic engineering or electrical/electronic technology OR an acceptable combination of education with significant* experience in the marine environment
*Significant is defined as a minimum of three (3) years of experience for the TI-06 level and five (5) years of experience for the TI-07 level.

STREAMS 3 AND 4 (TI-06/TI-07): MASTER/MARINE ENGINEERING
ED3: Secondary school diploma OR employer-approved alternatives (see Note 1)
Note 1:
- A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or
- An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience

STREAM 3 (TI-06): MASTER
ED4: Possession of a valid Canadian Certificate of Competency as a Master, 3000 gross tonnage (GT)

STREAM 3 (TI-07): MASTER
ED5: Possession of a valid Canadian certificate of competency as a Master, Near Coastal, or higher

STREAM 4 (TI-06): MARINE ENGINEERING
ED6: Possession of a valid Canadian certificate of competency as a Third-class Engineer (Motor Ship or Steamship)

STREAM 4 (TI-07): MARINE ENGINEERING
ED7: Possession of a valid Canadian certificate of competency as a Second-class Engineer (Motor Ship or Steamship) or higher

EDUCATION NOTES
- Candidates will be asked to provide proof of education and/or proof of Canadian certificate of competency.
- Candidates with foreign education credentials MUST provide proof of Canadian equivalency. For additional information, please consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/indexe.stm
- References to certification levels and experience are as defined in the Marine Personnel Regulations of the Canada Shipping Act, 2001. If you have a foreign certificate of competency, additional information on how to obtain a Canadian certificate of competency can be found here: https://tc.canada.ca/en/marine-transportation/marine-safety/questions-frequently-asked-regarding-certification-training#q1
- For candidate from the Royal Canadian Navy in the Master and Marine Engineering streams, training, certification and experience will be assessed for equivalency to the Canadian certificate of competency indicated above.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

ALL STREAMS
EX1: Significant* experience in marine design, construction, repairs, operations, inspections, quality assurance, safety management or other marine related areas
*Significant is defined as a minimum of three (3) years of experience for the TI-06 level and five (5) years of experience for the TI-07 level.
OR
EX2: Significant* experience in technical or operational management of ships
*Significant is defined as a minimum of three (3) years of experience for the TI-06 level and five (5) years of experience for the TI-07 level.

STREAM 3 (TI-06/TI-07): MASTER
EX3: Significant* experience as master or chief mate on ships
*Significant is defined as a minimum of three (3) years of experience for the TI-06 level and five (5) years of experience for the TI-07 level.

STREAM 4 (TI-06/TI-07): MARINE ENGINEERING
EX4: Significant* experience as chief engineer or second engineer on ships
*Significant is defined as a minimum of three (3) years of experience for the TI-06 level and five (5) years of experience for the TI-07 level.

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

ASSET EDUCATION
AED1: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in naval architecture
AED2: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in electrical/electronic engineering or in electrical/electronic technology
AED3: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in nautical studies or maritime studies
AED4: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in a field related to the position (e.g. engineering, technology, physical sciences, etc.)

Degree equivalency

ASSET EXPERIENCE
AEX1: Experience as an employer representative or health and safety committee member /representative with respect to the Canada Labour Code Part II or the equivalent provincial health and safety legislation
AEX2: Experience in the development or implementation of safety management systems in the marine field
AEX3: Experience in the development or implementation of quality assurance programs or systems
AEX4: Experience as a port captain or as an independent surveyor or as a surveyor for classification societies or Protection and Indemnity Clubs (P&I Clubs)
AEX5: Experience in design, construction or repair of commercial vessels or serially produced small vessels
AEX6: Experience in managing large technical projects
AEX7: Experience as a superintendent of a vessel

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
OR1: Willingness and the ability to work overtime on short notice
OR2: Willingness and the ability to travel

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

Various language requirements
- Bilingual imperative – BBB/BBB
- English or French essential

Information on language requirements

COMPETENCIES (ALL STREAMS)
C1: Demonstrating integrity and respect
C2: Thinking things through
C3: Working effectively with others
C4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented

ABILITIES (ALL STREAMS)
A1: Ability to communicate effectively orally
A2: Ability to communicate effectively in writing
A3: Ability to provide advice on technical matters and resolve operational problems
A4: Ability to work under stress and to meet deadlines

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

ASSET KNOWLEDGE
AK1: Knowledge of Canada Shipping Act, 2001 and associated regulations
https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/c-10.15/
AK2: Knowledge of international maritime legislation including conventions
https://www.imo.org/en/about/Conventions/Pages/ListOfConventions.aspx

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

OTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Valid Health Canada Occupational Health Assessment
- Possession of a valid Canadian driver’s license

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

Candidates must clearly demonstrate in the screening questionnaire how they meet the education and experience criteria listed in the Essential Qualifications and Asset Qualifications if applicable. Please note that stating that the requirement has been met, and/or listing past or current responsibilities, does not represent adequate substantiation. Rather, you must provide concrete examples that clearly illustrate how you meet the requirement. Résumés may be used as a secondary source to validate the qualifications described; comments such as "refer to my attached resume" will not be accepted and may result in your application being rejected.

Transport Canada will use the services of a third-party Human Resources Consultant to administer the assessment for this position. Your name and email address will be provided to this organization to facilitate the administration of the assessment tool(s). By submitting your application, you are providing Transport Canada your consent to provide this personal information to the organization for administration purposes only. This information will only be used for administration of the assessment tool.

A variety of assessment tools may be used in the assessment of candidates, such as: written test, oral interview, performance appraisals and/or reference checks. Some assessment tools may be administered electronically, others, in-person.

Depending on the number of applicants, Transport Canada needs and HR plans, volume management strategies such as random selection, application of one (1) or more assets, top-down approach, and/or cut-off scores may be used for the purpose of managing applications/candidates.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.

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.