Senior Marine Safety Inspector - Inventory - Jobs in Sydney

Job Description

Important messagesWe 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 accommodationWhen 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.!VERY IMPORTANT NOTE:⇒ Your application in the Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS) will be active for 180 days. A notice that your application is about to expire will be posted to the my jobs menu of your account 30 days before the end of your active period. If you do not take action, your application will no longer be active and therefore no longer considered for this inventory. Should your application become inactive while the process is still open, a notice will be posted to your account indicating that your application has expired; you may select the link Update my Inventory Status to reaffirm your interest.⇒ It is the responsibility of the candidate to clearly outline that they meet each of the screening criteria (i.e. Education and Experience Qualifications, both Essential and Assets). Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that the requirement is met or to provide a listing of current responsibilities, rather the candidate must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the requirement. Failure to do so could result in the application being rejected from the process. Please see the following example of a screened out vs. screened in response.

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EXAMPLE CRITERIA: Experience using various computer software from the Microsoft suite (at a minimum: Word, Excel, AND Outlook).SCREENED OUT: Yes, I have experience using the Microsoft Suite. See my résumé.SCREENED IN: I have over 14 years of experience working with MS Office Suite software: Outlook, Word, Power Point, and Excel. During my college education as a Legal Administrative Assistant it was imperative that I maintain over an 80% average in all MS Office programs, and I maintained over a 95% average in all programs.During my work experience as a Position A, Position B, and Position C, I used MS Word daily to draft various documents, letters, and memos to staff members and clientele. I used MS Excel daily to update all product orders to clients within the industry, and maintained an accurate parts inventory. In Position C at Company X, I used Excel create a budget spreadsheet, track expenses and create monthly summary reports and graphs. In all the previously listed positions, I used MS Outlook daily to write emails, and send documents to staff members, clientele, and taxpayers in addition to the calendar function to schedule internal and external meetings, organizing my tasks, etc.As a Position D with Company Y, I use MS word to create posters, flyers, questionnaires, and invitations to clientele and team members. I use MS Excel to create and maintain an accurate accounting system for accounts payables, receivables, incomes, and expenses.

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⇒ The screening questions will be used as the primary tool in the screening process. The resumé may be used to substantiate the information provided. The selection committee cannot make any assumptions about the candidate #39;s experience and will not contact candidates for additional, or potentially missing information. Please note your ability to communicate effectively in writing may be assessed via the application.⇒ If you have previously participated in a Senior Marine Safety Inspector selection process with Transport Canada, your results may be transferable. Should your application get pulled, this will be confirmed during the assessment stage of the selection process. To be considered, you are required to submit an application.⇒ Please carefully read thequot;Other Information quot; section of this advertisement as there is important information regarding your application.DutiesThe Senior Marine Inspector #39;s duties and responsibilities include the following:

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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 #39;s plans prior to construction.Audits ship safety systems, ship navigation, cargo handling and stowage procedures.Work environmentTRANSPORT CANADA: A SMART CAREER MOVE!Transport Canada employs over 6,000 talented and motivated employees working in the Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario, Prairies and Northern Region, Pacific, and at our Ottawa headquarters. We develop policies and enforce acts and regulations that support transportation efficiency, safety, security, durability, and align with global standards. Our vision is of a safe, secure, durable, innovative and integrated transportation system that supports trade and economic growth, a cleaner environment and the wellbeing of all Canadians. Our transportation agenda thrives to adopt new ways of thinking about how we deliver services and oversee the transportation system in Canada.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 all climates 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.Intent of the processThis is an inventory. As positions become available, hiring managers will extract applications for their respective need(s). For further details on inventories, please consult the frequently asked questions under thequot;Other information quot; section of this advertisement.There are immediate needs for the following locations: Bathurst (New Brunswick), Moncton (New Brunswick), Saint John (New Brunswick), St. John #39;s (Newfoundland and Labrador), Lewisporte (Newfoundland and Labrador) and Dartmouth (Nova Scotia). To not miss an opportunity to be pulled from the system, we encourage you to complete and submit your application.For each extraction of applications, a pool of qualified and/or partially qualified candidates may be established to staff identical or similar positions of various linguistic profiles, tenures and locations. These extractions will take place on anquot;as and when required quot; basis.Positions to be filled: Number to be determinedInformation you must provideYour résumé.In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

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EDUCATION

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STREAM 1: NAUTICALA secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.ANDPossession of a valid Canadian Certificate of Competency as a Master, Near Coastal or higher OR candidates from the Royal Canadian Navy must possess a Surface (Major Warship) Command Qualification.STREAM 2: ENGINEERA secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.ANDPossession of a valid Canadian Certificate of Competency as a Second-class Engineer (Motor Ship or Steamship) or higher.STREAM 3: NAVAL ARCHITECTUREA degree* or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in naval architecture or related field or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

• Unless it is otherwise specified (e.g., Master #39;s degree), the termquot;degree quot; refers to a baccalaureate as established by educational authorities.

STREAM 4: ELECTRICALA degree* or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in electrical engineering/technology or related field or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

• Unless it is otherwise specified (e.g., Master #39;s degree), the termquot;degree quot; refers to a baccalaureate as established by educational authorities.

Note 1: Candidates will be asked to provide proof of education and/or proof of Canadian certificate of competency.Note 2: 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.stmNote 3: 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: http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/marinesafety/mpsp-training-examinationcertificationfaq-1052.htmDegree equivalency

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EXPERIENCE

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Five (5) years of experience in marine design, construction, repair, operation, inspection, quality assurance or other marine related areas or in technical or operational management of ships or marine related electrical engineering/technology or as master or chief mate or second or third-class engineer on ships of 150 gross tonnage or more.If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)DEPENDING ON THE POSITION BEING STAFFED, ANY OF THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS MAY ALSO BE DEEMED AS AN ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION AND ONLY CANDIDATES AND PERSONS WITH A PRIORITY ENTITLEMENT WHO POSSESS THOSE QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THAT SPECIFIC VACANCY.

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ASSET EXPERIENCE

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Experience as a master on vessels.Experience as a chief engineer on vessels.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.Experience in the development or implementation of safety management systems.Experience in the development or implementation of quality assurance programs or systems.Experience as a port captain or as an independent surveyor or as a surveyor for classification societies, Protection and Indemnity Clubs (P amp;I Clubs).Experience in design, construction or repair of commercial vessels or serially produced small vessels.Experience in managing large technical projects.Experience as a marine superintendent of a vessel.

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OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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Must be willing and able to travel.Must be willing and able to work overtime on short notice.Must be willing and able to work in a stressful environment with multiple priorities and tight deadlines.The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)Various language requirementsEnglish EssentialBilingual Imperative BBB/BBBInformation on language requirements

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KEY COMPETENCIES

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Client ServiceTeamworkFlexibilityReliabilityJudgmentAnalytical ThinkingDigital Literacy

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ABILITIES

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Ability to communicate effectively orally.Ability to communicate effectively in writing.Ability to provide advice on technical matters and resolve operational problems respecting the application of marine programs.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)In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, visible minorities and women.Conditions of employmentReliability Status security clearance

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OTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

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Possession of a valid Canadian driver #39;s license.Medical Requirements: Valid Health Canada Occupational Health Evaluation.Other informationThe 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 equityFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯How does an inventory workAn inventory is a selection process that can be used by various hiring managers to meet their current and future needs. As a result, you will apply only once to be considered for multiple job opportunities at the TI-07 (Marine) level.Why was my application automatically rejected when I submitted itIn order to be placed in the inventory, you must meet the essential education qualification and the essential experience qualification at the time you submit your application. If you receive a messagequot;Application rejected at screening quot; immediately after submitting your application, you answeredquot;No quot; to one or more of the screening question assessing these essential qualifications. If you have incorrectly indicatedquot;No quot;, simply retrieve your application and update your answer(s).What doesquot;Registered in the inventory quot; meanOnce your application has been successfully submitted to the inventory, your status may be:quot;Date of disclosure of results: Listed in the inventory quot;. This automatically generated message by the system means that your application can be considered. You will be informed in the event that your application is considered as part of a process generated from this inventory.What happens if my application expiresYour application will be kept in the inventory for 180 days. A notice will be posted in thequot;My Job File quot; menu of your account 30 days before your application expires. If you do not take this into account, your application will be deactivated and it will no longer be considered for submissions from this inventory. In the event that your application expires during the effective period of this inventory, a notice will be posted in your account. If you wish to confirm your interest and reactivate your application, select thequot;Renewal of my application quot; link.My personal information has changed, what should I doSimply update them in thequot;Personal Information quot; section, in thequot;My Job File quot; menu of your account. This will allow us to have your current contact information and ensure adequate follow-up in the event that your application is considered as part of a process issued from this inventory.I have a disability that does not allow me to apply online, who do I contact to help me with the submission of my job applicationYou can contact an Officer at the Federal Public Service Job Advertisement Information Line by calling 1-800-645-5605.Who can I contact if I have technical difficulties with the GC Jobs websiteYou can contact the Public Service Commission of Canada #39;s support centre by selecting thequot;Contact Us quot; link below, in the left corner of this window, or by calling 1-888-780-4444.PreferencePreference 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 veteransWe thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.Contact information