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Occupational Health Services Technician

National Defence - Canadian Forces Health Services

Closing date: May 1, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Reference number
DND26J-117798-000049 Selection process number
25-DND-EA-MPC-551103 Location
Edmonton (Alberta), Esquimalt (British Columbia), Gagetown (New Brunswick), Halifax (Nova Scotia), Petawawa (Ontario), Trenton (Ontario), Bagotville (Québec) Salary
$78,909 to $99,200 Level
EG-05 Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad. Organization information
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Work environment
The Department of National Defence (DND) is entering a pivotal period of transformation and growth, driven by evolving national and global geopolitical priorities. This expansion reflects our commitment to strengthening Canada’s defence capabilities, modernizing operations, and advancing strategic initiatives.As we rise to meet these evolving challenges, the Department of National Defence (DND) is seeking skilled and dedicated professionals to help shape the future of Canada’s defence. Several targeted recruitment initiatives are underway to attract diverse talent across a wide range of disciplines, enhancing our ability to deliver on strategic and operational objectives. Intent of the process
The immediate need is to staff 3 positions in the following locations:
Halifax, NS
Gagetown, NB
Trenton, ONThis pool will be used to fill positions within the Department of National Defense with various language proficiencies in various regions. 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.
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Step 2: Tell us about you! Attach your resume and answer the screening questions in the online application.

Step 3: We will carefully review all of your qualifications. If your talent matches one of our immediate or upcoming opportunities we may contact you for further information or assessment.

Creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued begins with self-declaration. Count yourself in and self-declare by identifying to which employment equity group(s) you belong to. In order to self-declare, please ensure to indicate this by checking off the appropriate box within the online application as part of the Employment Equity section. 📢 Comment cela fonctionne-t-il?

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Étape 2 : Parlez-nous de vous! Faites parvenir un curriculum vitae détaillé et répondez aux questions de présélection dans le formulaire de candidature en ligne.

Étape 3 : Nous examinerons attentivement toutes vos qualifications. Si vos habiletés correspondent à l’une des nombreuses occasions que nous avons à offrir, nous pourrions communiquer avec vous pour obtenir d’autres renseignements ou pour une évaluation.

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Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

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▶ Possession of a valid provincial driver’s license.
▶ Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics, Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, Directive on Conflict of Interest, and Defence Administrative Orders and Directives (DAOD) 7021-1, Conflict of Interest.

Operational Requirements

▶ Willing and able to work occasional overtime on short notice.
▶ Willing and able to travel.
▶ Willing and able to perform assigned work tasks in a changing environment.
▶ Willing and able to work in the following conditions: confined and cramped work spaces, loud noises, wet and slippery floors, and adverse weather conditions.
▶ Willing and able to work in conditions with potential exposures to heights when climbing ladders and scaffolds, as well as around toxic chemicals.
▶ Willing and able to wear personal protective equipment, including appropriate respiratory protection relative to exposure risk, as provided by the employer.
▶ Willing and able to carry occupational inspection equipment (up to 20 kg) from vehicle to inspection site(s) (up to 300 metres).

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the followingED1. A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternative (see note 1)NOTE:
o The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are:
o A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or
o An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.
Candidates who already meet both of the following criteria must be accepted as meeting the secondary school diploma requirement:
d. Candidates who have achieved a satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; and
e. Candidates who have been appointed or deployed for an indeterminate period to a position in the EG classification.The opportunity to be assessed by at least one of the two employer-approved alternatives must be offered to candidates who have not previously met the secondary school diploma requirement.
Candidates who were appointed or deployed on an indeterminate basis using an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience meet the secondary school requirement for the EG classification only and must be reassessed for entry to other classifications on the basis of this alternative.

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CERTIFICATION:
▶ A diploma (or higher) in Occupational and Environmental Health;
▶ Certification in Occupational Hygiene (CIH, ROH, ROHT, OHST, or equivalent); or,
▶ Canadian Armed Forces 6A Preventive Medicine Technician course with required combination of experience and training.EXPERIENCE:
▶ EX1. Experience in conducting occupational health and safety investigations and inspections.
▶ EX2. Experience applying theories, principles and legislation related to environmental health and safety and industrial hygiene.
▶ EX3. Experience with Microsoft Office software applications.Applied / assessed at a later dateCOMPETENCIES:
▶ C1: Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
▶ C2: Thinking Things Through
▶ C3: Working Effectively with Others
▶ C4: Showing Initiative and being Action Oriented
▶ C5: CommunicationABILITIES:
▶ A1: Ability to carry out occupational health inspections and investigations.
▶ A2: Ability to operate, calibrate, and test equipment; take samples.
▶ A3: Ability to prioritize.
▶ A4: Ability to work independently.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date Various language requirements - English essential
French essential
English or French essential
Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB

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You may need (asset qualifications)

May be applied / assessed at a later dateKNOWLEDGE:
▶ K1: Knowledge of objectives, roles, and organization of the CAF Preventive Medicine Program.
▶ K2: Knowledge of CAF governing orders, legislation, and regulations.

Our commitment

We're 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 below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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Equity, diversity and inclusion

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The Department of National Defence is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team that reflects Canada's population. To achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to one or more of the following EE designated groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, women, and visible minorities. We encourage you to indicate if you belong to one or more of the designated groups when you apply.As means to support our military families and linked with the Department of National Defence priorities, consideration may first be given to the spouses or common-law partners of serving Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.

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