Assistant Project Technician

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

👉 HOW TO DO IT?
Simply by answering the online screening questions!
In your answers we want to know HOW, WHEN and WHERE you acquired your education,
experiences and assets. Do not hesitate to improve your explanations with concrete examples. These details will help us fully assess your application. If necessary, we will use your resume to confirm the information provided.

Using the STAR method can help you to fully illustrate your examples.
S- situation
T- task
A- action/activity
R- results

⭐ Creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued begins with self-declaration.
In support of achieving a diverse workforce, consideration may be given to candidates who, at the time of application, self-declare* as belonging to one of the following designated Employment
Equity groups: Aboriginal person, Person with a Disability, Member of visible Minority group.

*We encourage you to self-declare during the online application process by selecting the appropriate box under the Employment Equity (EE) section.

Duties

📝 This is a position with a wide variety of duties. Essentially, you will be required to:

- Carry out inspections of the twenty-five (25) fishing harbours in a territory that extends from Les Escoumins to Blanc Sablon, using various means of transportation: DFO truck, helicopter, aircrafts, etc.

- Plan, in collaboration with DFO's technical department, the interventions required to maintain the structures in good condition.

- Tender and supervise construction work of various sizes;

Work environment

Coming to work for Fisheries and Oceans and the Coast Guard means experiencing new adventures while having job stability, numerous benefits, such as Health and Dental Plans, and having a work/life balance. 👌

Being a part of DFO means growing with a dedicated and dynamic team; having opportunities for advancement, ongoing training and technical service support.

Intent of the process

🚢 At this time, the purpose of this process is to fill one (1) permanent position in Sept-Îles. This pool of qualified candidates can be used to staff positions of various durations and profiles within the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada for the Quebec Region.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (AAA/AAA)

Information on language requirements

🎓EDUCATION

College diploma (postsecondary studies or CEGEP studies) in Civil Engineering, in Architectural technology or, an acceptable combination of education, training and experience related to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

👷EXPERIENCE

Recent experience* in the service delivery of technical support, opinion and advice in engineering in support of construction, maintenance or repair of, or portions of, civil and/or marine infrastructures.

Recent experience* in monitoring construction, maintenance or repair work of, or of portions of, civil and/or marine infrastructures.

* Recent experience means work or internship experience gained within the last five (5) years, of a 4 months total duration

💡 KNOWLEDGE

- General knowledge of the methods, standards and technologies used in construction, bathymetric sounding and dredging in marine and/or coastal environments.
- Knowledge of the usual investigative and inspection practices and procedures within the context of construction, maintenance or repair projects of, or portions of, civil and/or marine infrastructures.

🗣ABILITIES

- Ability to coordinate, monitor and make recommendations with respect to construction projects management.
- Ability to prepare and present technical follow-up reports of construction work.
- Ability to write bidding documents and manage contracts for minor maintenance work including the preparation of schedules and cost estimation.
- Ability to manage minor contractual disputes.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing.

🤝PERSONAL SUITABILITY

- Judgment
- Team work
- Interpersonal relations
- Initiative

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

A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in the field of civil engineering.

Degree equivalency

Member of a corporation of professional technologists in Canada.

Work experience in marine or coastal environments.

Experience in the use of the Autocad software.

General knowledge of the DFO Small Craft Harbours Program.

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

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Work occasionally overtime or on weekends.
Consent to travel across Québec.
Must hold a valid driving licence.
Consent to walk on rough grounds, port infrastructures and construction sites while hostile meteorological conditions prevail (cold weather, wind, rain, snow).
Consent to drive small trucks.

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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COMMUNICATION 📧
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🚩Communication with candidates throughout this process will be sent to your GC Jobs account and/or to your e-mail. We invite you to 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.

Make sure your mailbox accepts emails from unknown users (some email systems block these types of messages). Please noteIf you do not respond to our communications, we will assume that you no longer wish to participate in this selection process.

Note that candidates ability to communicate in writing will be assessed using their answers to the screening questions, their résumé and throughout the entire process beginning at the time of
application in all communication and documents from candidates.

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

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✔️SELECTION PROCESS
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Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

Candidates may be required to meet asset qualifications depending on the requirements of the specific position to be staffed.

Candidates from outside the federal public service may be required to assume responsibility for their travel expenses during the assessment.

Random selection may be used to determine who will advance to the next stage of the evaluation process.

🎓ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS
You will have to provide proof of your original education and occupational credentials when requested.

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.