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Senior Marine Safety Inspector: Engineer - Inventory Transport Canada- Marine Safety and Security Closing date: February 1, 2027 - 23:59, Pacific Time Selection process number 26-MOT-EA-HRS-00092 Location Dartmouth (Nova Scotia) Employment tenure Permanent opportunities: Indeterminate, Temporary opportunities: Casual or Specified period (Term) Salary $112,823 to $131,504-Under Review Level TI-07-Marine Who can apply Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad. Organization information For further information on the organization, please visit Transport Canada. Duties 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. Conducts examinations and issue certifications for seafarers in accordance with the Marine Personnel Regulations. Audits ship safety systems, ship navigation, cargo handling and stowage procedures. Work environment Transport Canada is a government employer with opportunities in multiple regions. We develop policies and enforce Acts and regulations that support transportation safety, security, environmental responsibility, and align with global standards. Our vision includes a safe, secure, green, innovative, and integrated transportation system. We offer a respectful workplace, competitive benefits, and flexible work schedules that promote work-life balance. We encourage a representative workforce that reflects the Canadian population and invite self-declaration in the staffing process. Intent of the process This is an inventory. As positions become available, hiring managers will extract applications for their needs. For details regarding inventories, refer to the Other Information section of the advertisement. If you have previously participated in the Senior Marine Safety Inspector - Inventory selection process, your results may be applied to the current process. You are required to apply to be considered. We expect to extract the first pool of applications near the end of February 2026. A pool of partially and/or fully qualified candidates will be established to staff identical or similar positions for various tenures. Positions to be filled 1 Important messages 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. Operational Requirements 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. You need (essential for the job) Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following: EDUCATION A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives. Note: See notes for details on acceptable alternatives and Canadian certification requirements. Possession of a valid Canadian Certificate of Competency as a Second-class Engineer (Motor Ship or Steamship) or higher may be required. Candidates will be asked to provide proof of education and/or Canadian certificate of competency. Foreign education credentials must be assessed for Canadian equivalency. References to certification levels and experience follow the Marine Personnel Regulations of the Canada Shipping Act, 2001. If applicable, provide information on obtaining a Canadian certificate of competency for foreign credentials. EXPERIENCE EX1: Five years of experience in marine design, construction, repair, operation, inspection, quality assurance or related areas or in technical or operational management of ships, or experience as master or chief mate or second/third-class engineer on ships of 150 gross tonnage or more. Applied / assessed at a later date KEY COMPETENCIES Client Service Teamwork Flexibility Reliability Judgment Analytical Thinking Digital Literacy - Using digital technology and communication tools to access, manage, analyze, and communicate information. ABILITIES Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to provide technical advice and resolve operational problems within the application of marine programs. Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines. Language requirements (essential for the job) May be applied / assessed at a later date AEX2: Experience as an employer representative or health and safety committee member with respect to the Canada Labour Code Part II or equivalent provincial 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, independent surveyor, or surveyor for classification societies, P&I Clubs. AEX6: Experience in design, construction or repair of commercial vessels or small vessels. AEX7: Experience in managing large technical projects. AEX8: Experience as a marine superintendent of a vessel. Organizational needs Transport Canada is committed to employment equity. Selection may be based on self-declaration as Indigenous, persons with disabilities, members of racialized communities and/or women to fulfill organizational needs. This may be invoked at any stage of the process. Our commitment We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. If accommodation is needed during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization to request specialized accommodation. All information related to accommodation will be kept confidential. The Public Service of Canada is committed to a diverse workforce and employment equity. Self-declaration is encouraged for designated groups when applying. Preference will be given to veterans, then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, except in Nunavut where Nunavut Inuit may be appointed first. We would like to thank all applicants. However, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Additional links Interested in tips on how to apply? Check out this video. Additional links section retained for reference. #J-18808-Ljbffr