Airport Maintenance & Operations Supervisor and Supervisor, Surface & Mobile

Airport Maintenance & Operations Supervisor and Supervisor, Surface & Mobile

Reference number : MOT22J-025987-000209

Selection process number : 22-MOT-EA-HRS-12001 Transport Canada - Programs

Penticton (British Columbia), Port Hardy (British Columbia), Sandspit (British Columbia)

GL-MDO-08

30.30 to $32.93 per hour

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Closing date : 10 January 2025 - 23 : 59, Pacific Time

Who can apply : Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

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.

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.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME : Transport Canada (TC) is committed to building an inclusive workforce with a diversity of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds that represent Canada.

If you would like to work in a dynamic team, are forward thinking and action oriented, enthusiastic about creating a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, then TC is the place for you!

Work environment

TRANSPORT CANADA : A SMART CAREER MOVE!

Apply today for an opportunity to join Transport Canada’s diverse and inclusive family. We are looking for dynamic candidates that will help shape and build a stronger Transport Canada for the future. We look forward to hearing from you!

Transport Canada employs over 6,000 talented and motivated employees working in the Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario, Prairie and Northern, Pacific regions, 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.

We are an employer that fosters employee well-being, provides an open and respectful workplace, competitive benefits and flexible work schedules and telecommuting that promote work-life balance. Transport Canada was named one of Canada’s top employers in 2020 by Forbes.

Intent of the process

The first application extraction will take place on February 10, 2023. The subsequent extractions will take place on a "as and when needed" basis.”

When you submit an application for this selection process, you are not applying for any specific position, but to an inventory in anticipation of future vacancies. As positions become available, the applicants meeting the initial screening requirements identified by the hiring manager may be contacted and referred for consideration. Please ensure that your information is updated and remains current in your PSRS Applicant Account.

Your application in this inventory will be active for 3 months. A notice that your application is about to expire will be posted to the My jobs menu of your account 10 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.

The immediate need of this process is to staff 1 (one) GL-MDO-08 full-time position in Sandspit, BC.

Transport Canada may establish a pool of qualified or partially qualified candidates which could be used to staff similar or identical positions with various tenures (such as assignment, secondment, deployment, acting, specified period or indeterminate). These positions could have various security and language requirements and / or profiles.

Positions to be filled : 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Successful completion of a secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and / or experience.

Experience in the operation of heavy equipment utilized in Airport Operations in all seasons and in various weather conditions.

Experience in planning and directing preventative maintenance and repair of commercial facilities, utility systems, paved surfaces and landscaping in large public accessed areas.

Experience in working in a regulatory compliance environment that use Safety Management System (SMS) with industry acceptable computer systems or software.

Experience using software programs to prepare documents, spreadsheets and electronic communications (email, MS Teams, etc).

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

English essential

Create vision and strategy

Mobilize People

Uphold Integrity and Respect

Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders

Promote Innovation and Guide Change

Achieve Results

Ability to communicate effectively orally

Ability to communicate in writing

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

ASSETS QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in emergency response services.

Experience in supervising 3rd party service contractors.

Experience in applying and interpreting the Aerodromes Standards and Recommended Practices – TP 312 to guide the safe operations of an airfield and airport facility.

Experience in airport operations in all seasons and in various weather conditions.

Experience in bird and wildlife control methods, techniques and procedures used at Airports.

Experience in supervision of staff, which includes Employee Performance Management.

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Acquire and maintain a valid Firearms License within 6 months of appointment.

Acquire and maintain a valid Airside Vehicle Operations Permit (AVOP) within the first 6 month of employment.

Acquire and maintain a Radiotelephone Operator's Restricted Certificate (endorsed aeronautical) within the first 6 month of employment.

Acquire a Restricted Area Pass to work within the airport restricted area within 6 months of appointment.

Obtain and maintain a Class 3 Driver’s License with air brakes endorsement within 6 months of appointment.

Successfully complete all training required by regulation. (e.g. Global Reporting Format Certification)

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Pre-Placement and Periodic Medical as required.

Possession of a valid Class 5 Driver's License.

Willingness and ability to travel for training and to offsite work locations.

Willingness and ability to work overtime, variable hours and weekends.

Willingness and ability to work standby. (If required, be able to report for duty as quickly as possible).

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.