SENIOR MARINE SAFETY INSPECTOR - TI-07 - INVENTORY

SENIOR MARINE SAFETY INSPECTOR - TI-07 - INVENTORY

Reference number: MOT24J-138996-000014
Selection process number: 24-MOT-EA-HRS-10594 Transport Canada - Marine Safety and Security
Nanaimo (British Columbia), Prince Rupert (British Columbia), Vancouver (British Columbia), Victoria (British Columbia)
TI-07
$112,823 to $131,504

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Closing date: 10 October 2026 - 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.

🌟Diversity and Inclusion is important to us at Transport Canada! 🌟

Transport Canada seeks and values talent from a wide range of communities, identities and backgrounds. These include race, ethnicity, religion, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, education, veteran status, and more. The interaction between these factors has a positive influence on how you, as an employee, help us develop, implement, and deliver the services and benefits we provide.

We welcome members of equity seeking groups to apply and recognize that the current Employment Equity Act does not fully encompass all equity seeking group members. If you are a member of the groups indicated in the Employment Equity Act, we invite you to self-declare during this process. These groups include women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of a racialized communities.

To learn more about self-declaration, we invite you to consult the following website:

How to complete a self-declaration ↓↓
1- Click Apply Online;
2- Complete the Employment Equity section.
3- Click on I want to complete the Self-Declaration Form for Employment Equity Groups;
4- Fill out the form.

Duties

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 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.

The main tasks of Senior Marine Safety Inspectors in our Service centers are:
• Inspection and certification of Canadian vessels
• Inspection of foreign commercial vessels
• Seafarer examinations for issuance of Certificates of Competency.
• Oversight of transportation of dangerous goods
• Inspection of regulated cargoes
• Occupational health and safety (marine)
• Vessel plan approval
• Oversight of Delegated Statutory Inspection Program
• Issuance of safe manning documents

Intent of the process

Transport Canada may establish a pool of qualified or partially qualified candidates which could be used to staff similar or identical positions.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter

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

EDUCATION:
STREAM 1: NAVAL ARCHITECTURE
A degree from a recognized university or a diploma from a recognized college in naval architecture or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

STREAM 2: ELECTRICAL
A degree from a recognized university or diploma from a recognized college in electrical engineering or electrical technology or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

STREAM 3: NAUTICAL
A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience AND possession of a 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 4: MARINE ENGINEERING
A secondary school diploma OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience; AND possession of a Canadian certificate of competency as a Second-class Engineer (Motor Ship or Steamship) or higher OR candidates from the Royal Canadian Navy must possess either legacy MARENG Engineering Officer of the Watch Certification 3A, D, or E or higher or the equivalent MARTECH Certification.

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
Note 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:

EXPERIENCE:
For candidates with university degree, Master Mariner or First Class engineer (Motor Ship or Steamship): experience normally acquired in TWO (2) years in one or more of the following four (4) areas:
OR
For candidates who meet any other of the accepted education / certification factors: experience normally acquired in FIVE (5) years in one or more of the following four (4) areas:

EX1: Experience in marine design, construction, repairs, operation, inspection, quality assurance or other marine related areas.
EX2: Experience in technical or operational management of ships.
EX3: Experience as master or chief mate on ships or equivalent experience for candidates from the Royal Canadian Navy.
EX4: Experience as chief engineer or second engineer on ships or equivalent experience for candidates from the Royal Canadian Navy.

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

English essential

KNOWLEDGE (COMMON FOR ALL STREAMS)
K1: Knowledge of Canada Shipping Act, 2001 and associated regulations.
K2: Knowledge of international maritime legislation including conventions.

COMPETENCIES (COMMON FOR ALL STREAMS)
C1: Demonstrating integrity and respect
C2: Thinking things through
C3: Working effectively with others
C4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented
C5: Digital Literacy

ABILITIES (COMMON FOR ALL STREAMS)
A1: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A3: Ability to provide advice on technical matters and resolve operational problems respecting the application of marine programs.
A4: Ability to work in a stressful environment with multiple priorities and tight deadlines.

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

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

Possession of a valid Canadian driver’s license.
Valid Health Canada Occupational Health Assessment.
Willing and able to travel and work overtime on short notice.
Willingness and ability to fly in aircraft (both large & small).
Willingness and ability to drive in various weather conditions across various terrains and road conditions.
Willingness and ability to perform standby duties.
Willingness and ability to work in confined spaces.
Willingness and ability to work at heights.
Willingness and ability to perform long and short-term assignments in other divisions.

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.