(Anticipatory) Senior Investigator-Operations (Air) - Restricted to Employment Equity Groups

(Anticipatory) Senior Investigator-Operations (Air) - Restricted to Employment Equity Groups

Reference number: TSB24J-011170-000291
Selection process number: 24-TSB-AIR-INV-EA-006 Transportation Safety Board of Canada
Calgary (Alberta), Edmonton (Alberta), Richmond (British Columbia), Winnipeg (Manitoba), Dartmouth (Nova Scotia), Ottawa (Ontario), Richmond Hill (Ontario), Dorval (Québec), Gatineau (Québec), Québec (Québec)
AO-CAI-03
$113,880 to $133,570 (Salary is currently under revision)

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We invite you to watch this short video (2.5 minutes) to learn more about the online application process:

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

Who can apply: Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents who are members of the following Employment Equity groups: aboriginal persons, visible minorities, persons with disabilities or women. Please fill Employment Equity Form.

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.

Applications will be considered as positions become available.

The TSB was created as an independent agency due to the importance of impartiality in the conduct of investigations. It is fundamental to the achievement of the TSB’s mandate for employees to be free from real, apparent or potential conflicts of interest in the conduct of day to day operations. As such, and in accordance with the TSB Code of Values and Ethics, the successful candidate in this selection process cannot directly own an interest (shares or other) in a company involved in the air, marine, rail, or pipeline industry. Other personal activities relating to these industries may also represent a conflict of interest. Should you have concerns in regard to your candidacy and any real, apparent or potential conflicts of interest, you are strongly encouraged to raise them as early in the process as possible. For additional information on the TSB's Code of Values and Ethics, please visit the website at:

Work environment

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) is part of the core public service administration named in Schedule IV of the Financial Administration Act (FAA) and is also subject to the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA). This being said the TSB is an independent arm's length agency that reports to Parliament through the President of the King's Privy Council for Canada. The organization aspires to be a modern world-class organization that evolves and adapts as it strives to influence changes that advance transportation safety. The TSB has a strong and credible reputation in Canada and around the world.

The TSB is a small organization with approximately 220 employees and 5 Board Members, including the Chair. The organization operates in a decentralized manner through 10 locations across Canada. Employees work in a collegial and collaborative environment.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to establish a diversified pool of partially assessed candidates. Positions may be staffed through this process with various tenures, language profiles and/or requirements, location, and security requirements.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Education - essential for the position

A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Occupational Certification - essential for the position

Possession of a valid Canadian Airline Transport Pilot License - Aeroplane Category with a Group 1 Instrument Rating, and possession of a valid Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate (endorsed Aeronautical);
OR
Possession of a valid Canadian Commercial Pilot License - Helicopter Category with a Group IV Instrument Rating, and possession of a valid Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate (endorsed Aeronautical).

Experience - essential for the position

Minimum of 2500 hours flying experience on a variety of single and multi-engine aircraft.

Employment as a pilot with a Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) Part 700 series, and/or CARs 604 series, and/or CARs 406 series operator.

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

Various language requirements
Depending on the need of the organization, profiles include: English essential, Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB, CCC/CCC and CBC/CBC.

Knowledge of the Transportation Safety Board mandate, structure and activities.

Knowledge of the Canadian Transportation Accident Investigation and Safety Board Act and Regulations.

Knowledge of the Aeronautics Act, Canadian Aviation Regulations and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annex 13.

Knowledge of the aviation industry such as trends and developments in aircraft design, maintenance and operations.

Knowledge of aircraft, which include helicopters, their operating characteristics and aerodynamics.

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Ability to effectively communicate orally.

Ability to effectively communicate in writing.

Ability to conduct independent research.

Ability to analyze facts, draft findings and write reports.

Effective Interpersonal Skills
Initiative
Resourcefulness
Integrity

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

Asset Qualifications – Experience

Minimum of 2000 hours as pilot-in-command.

Minimum of 500 hours with a CARs 700 series and/or CARs 604 series operator.

Experience in aviation accident investigation.

Experience in an aviation safety department.

Experience as a training pilot or a check pilot.

Experience in managerial or supervisory positions.

Experience in aircraft maintenance.

Experience in report writing.

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

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Meet the Occupational Health Assessment (Periodic III).
Possess a valid driver’s license in Canada.
Agree to deploy to accident sites where there may be exposure to disagreeable and difficult working conditions and to extreme climatic conditions.
Agree to respond and travel on short notice during and after normal working hours and on statutory holidays.
Agree to travel within Canada and abroad, including travel by car, rail, ship and air.
Willingness to be available on standby (responding to occurrence notification calls after work hours), on a rotational basis.
Willingness to undergo TSB required training.
Maintain your professional aviation currency.

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.

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

Please identify clearly for which position(s) you are submitting an application.

You must provide proof of your education credentials and occupational certification.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.

For appointment processes where the area of selection was limited to Aboriginal peoples or to members of designated employment equity groups that included Aboriginal peoples, the Aboriginal candidates proposed for appointment or appointed must complete and sign the Affirmation of Aboriginal Affiliation Form as a condition of appointment prior to or at the same time as the offer of appointment, even if they have already self-declared as an EE member when applying.

For appointment processes where the area of selection was limited to Aboriginal peoples or to members of designated employment equity groups that included Aboriginal peoples, the Aboriginal candidates proposed for appointment or appointed must complete and sign the Affirmation of Aboriginal Affiliation Form as a condition of appointment prior to or at the same time as the offer of appointment, even if they have already self-declared as an EE member when applying.