Opportunities at CCG’s Canso Canal

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Assessment accommodation

Work environment

The Canso Canal links Chedabucto Bay to Northumberland Strait and is operated by the Canadian Coast Guard, Atlantic Region. On average over 2,000 ships with a total tonnage of 1,8M tons transit the Canso Canal every year between Chedabucto Bay to St. George's Bay. The Canso Canal caters mostly to commercial ships, with about 85% owned and/or operated by shipping companies, fishermen and government. The remaining 15% are pleasure craft users.

The operations of the Canso Canal are overseen by the Officer in Charge (OIC) and carried out by the Lockmaster and Canal Person. The Lockmaster will communicate with vessels (clients) via VHF Radio and telephone calls to gather key information (such as, name of vessel, call sign, current draft, length, etc.) and ensure that it’s accurately logged and entered into the ship tracking electronic system. The Lockmaster will use the information gathered to plan and initiate a detailed sequence of operation to ensure the safe passage of vessels transiting Canso Canal. Under the Lockmaster’s direction, the Canal Person will operate the gates and arrestor arms to ensure safe usage of the canal and be ready for any necessary adjustments.

The Officer in Charge, Lockmaster and Canal Person are all responsible for the efficient operation of Canso Canal, care of the property, buildings, structures, equipment and the safety of canal employees, mariners and the public.

Intent of the process

The intent of this selection process is to establish a pool of candidates to staff the following anticipatory vacancies at the Canso Canal in Port Hastings, Nova Scotia:
► Officer in Charger, GT-05
► Lockmaster, GL-MOC-07
► Canal Person, GL-MOC-05

Positions to be filled: 3

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 employer-approved alternatives such as:
► An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience; OR
► A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission Test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma.
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Degree equivalency

Experience:
► Experience using Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel and Outlook or equivalent.
► Experience working in a canal facility or a marine industrial facility, such as, but is not limited to:
o Marine railway slip or drydock;
o The operation of cranes and lifting equipment
o Experience at sea; OR
o Performing the duties of a Certified Journey Person.

In addition to above, the Office in Charge, GT-05 must have experience in the following:
► Experience supervising staff or leading a team*

*This experience may include, but is not limited to: assigning work, monitoring progress, managing labor relations cases, managing or assessing performance, developing and implementing training plans or staffing plans, and/or responsible for the hiring or assessment of candidates.
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The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Competencies:
Required for all positions:
► Dependability

Required for Canal Person, GL-MOC-05 and Lockmaster, GL-MOC-07:
► Demonstrating integrity and respect
► Thinking things through
► Working effectively with others
► Showing initiative and being action-oriented

Required for Lockmaster, GL-MOC-07 and Officer in Charge, GT-05:
► Mobilize People

Required for Officer in Charge, GT-05:
► Create Vision and Strategy
► Uphold Integrity and Respect
► Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
► Promote Innovation and Guide Change
► Achieve Results
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Abilities:
► Ability to communicate effectively orally
► Ability to communicate effectively in writing
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Conditions of employment

► Reliability or Secret security clearance, depending on the position to be staffed.
► Requirement to wear and maintain a uniform, CSA approved safety footwear, and personal protective equipment to Canadian Coast Guard standards.
► Requirement to work shift work (12 hour shifts) in a 24/7 operation from April 1 until December 24, yearly. Shifts for operating employees are 0730 to 1930 hours and 1930 to 0730 hours.
► Requirement to work a 12 hour shift on short notice to fill vacancies due to temporary staff shortages.
► A valid Health Canada Medical may be required (Currently under review)

In addition to above, the following condition of employment apply to the Officer in Charge, GT-05:
►Requirement to travel within Canada.
►Requirement to work overtime, including evenings, nights and weekends, as per collective agreement.
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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

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ASSESSMENT
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Candidates must meet all of the essential qualifications prior to being appointed to a position.

You will be asked to provide proof (original documentation will be required) of your education credentials. If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. For more information please click on “Degree Equivalency” in the Education section above.

Please note that achieving the pass mark on any of the assessments used does not necessarily mean you will move forward in the selection process. Management may decide to use a score that is higher than the pass mark on any of the evaluations used throughout the selection process. Management may also decide to use top-down or random selection at any stage of the process, or to invoke an asset(s) at any point of the process.

DFO recognizes and values the important contribution volunteer work offers in developing employees' experience, skills, etc., as well as enriching our organization and communities. Throughout this selection process, you are encouraged to demonstrate how any relevant volunteer work (e.g., working on committees, union activities, employee networks, community work, etc.) has contributed to the development of your experience, skills, personal suitability, etc., as they relate to this position.

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COMMUNICATION
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Communication for this process will be sent to your GC Jobs account and to your e-mail. You must check your e-mail account frequently as there may be a deadline for responses. It is your responsibility to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Please ensure your e-mail address accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Please note that we will consider that you are not interested in participating in this selection process should you not respond to our communication.

When communicating with us during any stage of this process, please indicate the selection process number 22-DFO-ACCG-EA-CCG-346107 in the subject field of your email.

Please note that your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, throughout the entire process may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

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OFFICIAL LANGUAGES
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Persons are entitled to participate in the selection process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.


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SELF-DECLARING, BECAUSE YOU COUNT
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By completing the Employment Equity section in your application, you help create a Public Service that is diverse, inclusive and representative of identities, cultures, perspectives and experiences that make up Canada.

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ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
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In order to achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring (at time of application) as being a member of visible minority group or an aboriginal person or a person with a disability or a woman.

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.