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.
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IMPORTANT COVER LETTER INSTRUCTIONS TO FOLLOW:
Candidates must submit a cover letter (5,000 words or less) providing CONCRETE EXAMPLES WHICH ILLUSTRATE, how they meet the education requirement and the experience factors listed in the essential qualifications and asset education and experience qualifications as well.
FOR EACH EXPERIENCE CRITERIA, please provide the following MANDATORY information:
1 - Name of the department or organization where the experience was acquired;
2 - Title of the position occupied and duration for which the candidate exercised its functions;
3 - Specific details of tasks, projects or accomplishments demonstrating the experience was acquired.
Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the cover letter.
OFFICIAL LANGUAGES
Candidates are entitled to participate in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.
The Senior Marine Inspector’s duties and responsibilities include the following:
• Inspection of ships for regulatory compliance, seaworthiness, and protection of the marine environment, and issue inspection certificates.
• Investigates a wide variety of accidents, pollution incidents, and alleged infractions of the Canada Shipping Act and Canada Labour Code.
• Acts as project manager on multi-faceted audits/inspections of vessels covering nautical, marine engineering, and naval architecture.
• Approves ship’s plans prior to construction.
• Audits ship safety systems, ship navigation, cargo handling and stowage procedures.
📢 Anticipatory - A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar temporary and/or permanent positions within Transport Canada in the Prairie & Northern Region.
Positions to be filled: Number to be determined
Your résumé.
A covering letter
⚓ EDUCATION
ED: Secondary school diploma OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience; AND possession of a Canadian certificate of competency as a Second-class Engineer (Motor Ship or Steamship) or higher.
🚢 EXPERIENCE
For candidates with a university degree, Master Mariner or First Class engineer (Motor Ship or Steamship): Experience normally acquired in TWO (2) years in one or more of the following areas:
OR
For candidates who meet any other of the accepted education / certification factors: Experience normally acquired in FIVE (5) years in one or more of the following areas:
EX1: Experience in marine design, construction, repairs, operation, inspection, quality assurance or other marine related areas.
OR
EX2: Experience in technical or operational management of ships.
EX3: Experience as chief engineer or second engineer on ships.
⚓EDUCATION
AED1: A degree from a recognized university in naval architecture.
AED2: A degree from a recognized university in electrical engineering or in electrical technology.
AED3: A degree from a recognized university in nautical studies or maritime studies.
AED4: A degree from a recognized university in a field related to the position such as engineering, technology or physical sciences.
⚓OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
OC1: Possession of a Canadian certificate of competency as a Master Mariner.
OC2: Possession of a Canadian certificate of competency as a Master Mariner, valid for use at sea.
OC3: Possession of a Canadian certificate of competency as a First-class Engineer (Motor Ship or Steamship).
OC4: Possession of a Canadian certificate of competency as a First-class Engineer (Motor Ship or Steamship), valid for use at sea.
🚢EXPERIENCE
AEX1: Experience as a chief engineer on vessels.
AEX2: 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.
AEX3: Experience in the development or implementation of safety management systems.
AEX4: Experience in the development or implementation of quality assurance programs or systems.
AEX5: 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).
AEX6: Experience in design, construction or repair of commercial vessels or serially produced small vessels.
English essential
Information on language requirements
🚤KNOWLEDGE
K1: Knowledge of Canada Shipping Act, 2001 and associated regulations. https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/c-10.15/
K2: Knowledge of international maritime legislation including conventions. https://www.imo.org/en/about/Conventions/Pages/ListOfConventions.aspx
🌊KEY COMPETENCIES
KLC1: Demonstrating integrity and respect
KLC2: Thinking things through
KLC3: Working effectively with others
KLC4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented
⛵ABILITIES
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 respecting the application of marine programs.
A4: Ability to work under stress and to meet deadlines.
⛵ABILITIES
AA1: Ability to make presentations.
ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women.
❗OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Must be willing and able to travel and work overtime on short notice.
• Must possess a valid Canadian driver's license.
• Transport Canada has work locations in areas that may be deemed remote and/or hard to hire. As a result, willingness to relocate to these work locations supports Transport Canada's operational requirements and Transport Canada may provide preference to applicants who express a willingness to relocate to a specific location.
📝Reliability Status security clearance - Some positions may require a secret or top secret security clearance.
📝Valid Health Canada Occupational Health Assessment.
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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BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE TEAM AND WHY IT’S IMPORTANT TO US ✨
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As Canada continues to change, having an inclusive organization where employees and managers represent the diversity of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds that reflect Canada now and into the future, are important to us. Diversity, inclusion, and a commitment to reconciliation with Indigenous peoples are part of advancing our priorities and creating a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to contact Transport Canada's Indigenous Career Navigator at to discuss this and other opportunities available at Transport Canada.
COMMUNICATION
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✔ Communication with candidates for this process will be via email/PSRS. It is your responsibility to ensure accurate contact information is provided (and updated as required) and accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). It is your responsibility to check both your jobs.gc.ca account and email account regularly to ensure that you do not miss any opportunities. Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent. Time sensitive correspondence may be transmitted via email and it will be the candidate's responsibility to ensure they check their email regularly. Failure to respond to communications may result in elimination from this process.
EDUCATION
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✔ Candidates will be required to provide proof of education as part of this selection process.
✔ CANDIDATES WITH FOREIGN CREDENTIALS: If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian educational standards. This will enable you to provide proof of Canadian equivalency when applying for a job in the public service. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/indexe.stm. NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT DELAY OBTAINING THIS ASSESSMENT – IT CAN TAKE SEVERAL MONTHS TO RECEIVE AN OUTCOME.
✔ 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-frequentlyasked-regardingcertification-training#q1
ASSESSMENT - GENERAL INFORMATION
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✔ Random selection, invoking asset qualifications may be used in conjunction with other volume management strategies that can be applied at any stage in the staffing process.
✔ A written examination, an interview and a reference check will be part of the candidates’ assessment.
ASSESSMENT – RESCHEDULING
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✔ Rescheduling will only be dealt with on a case-by-case basis. Supporting documentation will be required at the time of your request to be rescheduled.
✔ Possible reasons for alternate assessment dates:
· Medical reason with doctor's certificate;
· Death in the immediate family;
· Professional obligation (proof required);
· Confirmation of pre-approved travel plans; or
· Religious reasons.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online using the Public Service Resourcing System. If there is something preventing you from doing so, communicate with the contact information at the bottom of this advertisement to discuss alternate ways of applying for this employment opportunity.
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.