Regional Environmental Preparedness and Response Officer Transport Canada Selection process number

26-MOT-EA-HRS-06801 Salary

$84,174 to $95,704 Level

GT-05 Who can apply

Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Duties

As the lead regulatory organization, TC continues to provide strategic advice and regulatory expertise to support integrated planning efforts across the country, provide advise and expertise, as well as identify and assess associated policy, legislative and regulatory changes. TC staff in each region will directly contribute to the development of response plans as well as supporting other essential response planning-related activities.

The key responsibilities for the position are:

- Ensure regulatory compliance of oil handling facilities (OHF) et response organizations (RO) certified by Transport Canada: conduct site inspections, review prevention and emergency plans and evaluate oil pollution exercises.
- In the event of non-compliance, follow up on files in collaboration with the Regional Enforcement Unit (REU).
- Participate in the development of working tools and policy implementation through regional and national working groups.
- Develop and maintain relationships with the shipping and oil handling industry as well as key partners (federal, provincial) of Canada’s Ship-source Oil Spill Prepparedness and Response Regime.

Work environment Environmental Preparedness and Response Officers work in an environment where the level of stress can be high due to the possible negative impact of errors, as well as the risk of potential or actual conflict. As they ensure compliance with regulations, officers must obtain the designation of Marine Safety Inspector in Environmental Response. They have significant responsibilities and their decisions have a direct impact on the safety of Canadians.

Intent of the process The immediate is intent to staff an indeterminate position in Vancouver or Victoria 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 indeterminate or specified period) for the Western and Yukon Region.



Employees occupying a position at the GT-05 group and level or equivalent may be considered first for assignment, secondment or deployment. 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.

A valid driver’s licence issued by a province or territory of Canada Operational Requirements Willing and able to work outside regular business hours and on weekends, occasionally and on short notice. Able to lift loads up to 10 kg. Willing and able to work in marine, industrial and outdoor environments and to wear required personal protective equipment.

Willing and able to travel occasionally and on short notice by all modes of transportation, including to remote or isolated locations. You need (essential for the job) Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following Education ED1: A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Experience EX1: Experience applying legislation, regulations or policies. EX2: Experience conducting regulatory oversight or monitoring activities, inspections, audits or compliance reviews. EX3: Experience analyzing information and providing advice or recommendations.

EX4: Experience organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines in a high-volume environment. Knowledge K1: Knowledge of the purpose and key elements of Part 8 of the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 and Canada’s marine oil spill prevention, preparedness and response regime. Abilities A1: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

A2: Ability to communicate effectively orally. A3: Ability to analyze and synthesize information and provide relevant advice or recommendations.



Applied / assessed at a later date Competencies C1: Digital literacy C2: Working effectively with others C3: Showing initiative and being action-oriented C4: Thinking things through C5: Demonstrating integrity and respect Language requirements (essential for the job) May be applied / assessed at a later date Education AED1: A degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in environmental science or studies, geography, chemistry, biology, marine science, engineering, emergency management or another field relevant to the position.

Experience AEX1: Experience in one or more areas related to emergency response or emergency management, such as preparedness, response coordination, emergency or contingency planning, exercises or incident management. AEX2: Experience in one or more areas related to marine pollution prevention, preparedness or response, such as marine contingency planning, marine pollution response exercises, spill countermeasures or marine pollution incident management. AEX3: Experience in law enforcement or regulatory investigations.

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 contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

The Public

Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply. Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon.

For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons. We'd like to thank all those who apply.

However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

📌 Regional Environmental Preparedness and Response Officer (Victoria)
🏢 Employment and Social Development Canada
📍 Victoria