Electrical Officer - Marine

Electrical Officer - Marine

Reference number : DFO22J-011317-003012

Selection process number : 22-DFO-ACCG-EA-CCG-563285 Canadian Coast Guard (an Agency of Fisheries and Oceans Canada) - Fleet

St. John's (Newfoundland and Labrador), Dartmouth (Nova Scotia)

SO-MAO-05

Acting, Assignment, Indeterminate, Term, Casual, Deployment, Secondment

46.32 to $51.68 per hour

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Closing date : 30 November 2024 - 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.

Duties

Electrical engineering services in the Engineering Department of a Canadian Coast Guard ship in support of Fisheries and Oceans Canada and other government departments programs.

Key Activities

• Plans and executes the maintenance and repair of the electrical components of the main propulsion plant, electrical plant, auxiliary machinery, deck machinery, hotel equipment and miscellaneous systems.
• Monitors the main propulsion electrical / electronic controls during maneuvering periods in confined, restricted or shallow water areas.
• Assists in the creation, modification and / or upgrading of electrical / electronic equipment on board.
• Participates in regulatory authority inspections.
• Participates in, damage control, fire fighting, environmental response and other drills, exercises and operations;
• Provides technical advice to the Chief Engineer and other vessel personnel on electrical matters.
• Compiles and recommends electronic refit specifications, vessel's additions and alterations, and other contract work required for the upkeep of the vessel and oversees contractors and electricians.
• Makes recommendations to the Chief Engineer regarding the engine room's electrical materiel resource needs.
• Provides all support necessary to ensure CCG meets its mandate.

Work environment

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Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff positions on an indeterminate, term, casual or acting basis.

Indeterminate (permanent) employment may be available once candidates are hired and have obtained Coast Guard Certification.

Positions to be filled : Number to be determined

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

EDUCATION

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

English essential

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS :

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION

EXPERIENCE

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS :

Membership in one of the designated Employment Equity Groups

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

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.

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

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.