Job Description

Competition # : 41387

Department: Public Works

Location: HALIFAX

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: \xe2\x80\x8b19-Jan-24 \xe2\x80\x8b (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

The Real Estate and Infrastructure Management Team at the Department of Public Works has exciting new opportunities. We have changed the way we do business by bringing in more private sector approaches to ensure the integrity of the 2200 Buildings and Structures owned and operated by the Province of Nova Scotia. We are focused on life cycle asset management, innovative design, energy efficiency, accessibility, and leading the industry by example. If you want to be part of a forward-thinking collaborative environment, this may be the right opportunity for you.

Our responsibility is to ensure that those who use this infrastructure are able to do so in safe, suitable and inclusive environment. As part of this approach, we have developed a new Technical Engineering and Design Services Team responsible for the designs used in the construction and maintenance of these existing Provincial Buildings.

About Our Opportunity

As the Architectural Assistant 3 (Electrical), you will be part of a group of Technical Experts who will ensure that construction, repair or maintenance projects undertaken by this new Technical Engineering and Design Services Team are completed in a professional, safe and efficient manner.

Primary Accountabilities

Requirements of this position include a solid base and understanding of electrical systems and approaches applied across a broad spectrum of infrastructure. You will apply fundamentals and engineering tools to design normal and emergency power distribution, communication, life safety, lighting, instrumentation and building control systems. You will contribute to the continued development of standards and best practices that reflect the organization\'s priorities with respect to safety, energy efficiency, sustainability, accessibility and fiscal restraint.

Through the application of these standards, you will work within a team of technical experts to produce construction documents in the form of drawings and specifications, clearly defining the work required as a means of achieving best value. You will review construction documents prepared by others to ensure alignment with the intended scope, clarity, and consistency with our established standards.

You will support the project team through all project stages in the role of designer and/or owner representative, performing shop submittal reviews, general conformance reviews on site, and supporting project close-out.

You will be located in downtown Halifax and will support a wide range of projects in every corner of the province. As such, travel will be required to perform field reviews to establish existing conditions, provide troubleshooting expertise, make recommendations on work required and confirm the quality of work performed.

You will work as a member of a team that supports a variety of clients with varying levels of technical knowledge. A client focussed approach shall be employed with the intent of building strong relationships and trust. This includes the need to manage expectations through open and respectful communication and to fulfill agreed deliverables within established schedules.

Qualifications and Experience

You have completed an approved program as an Electrical Technician or an Electrical Engineering Technologist and have eight (8) years of related experience. You are a Certified Electrical Technician or Technologist and member of a recognized Canadian Association or qualify for certification by a Canadian Association. An equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered.

You must:

• Have significant experience working with skilled Trades People, Construction Supervisors, Engineers, Design Consultants and Architects;
• Be comfortable setting high standards and managing performance in a healthy work environment and thrive in fast-paced conditions and quickly adapt to competing priorities, contentious issues, and challenging deadlines.
• Have superior skills in Electrical Design and Relevant experience in using AutoCAD and/or Revit

As the ideal Candidate, you have:

• Familiarity with electrical and building codes in Nova Scotia.
• Demonstrated ability to apply working knowledge of applicable design codes and standards related to electrical design; power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, emergency power supply, telecommunication systems and basic understanding of other building design disciplines\' systems, enabling multi-discipline coordination
• Good understanding of drawing conventions and standards and the ability to produce quality deliverables and to monitor project tasks
• Strong analytic, oral, and written communication skills and experience in institutional projects is preferred
• Excellent conflict resolution skills, communication and interpersonal skills, with a deep commitment to customer service, proven innovative approach to problem solving and an aptitude towards service excellence and responsiveness
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changing requirements, responsive to client needs and proficiency utilizing the latest version of the following programs: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.

Working Conditions

This position has a combination of office and field work. Field work occurs in adverse weather conditions and normal hazards associated with construction sites and working with or near heavy equipment are present.

This position will require climbing, working at heights and/or working within confined spaces.

You must be able to work under adverse conditions in times of emergency and sometimes overtime may be required.

Additional Information

As the ideal candidate, you exercise sound problem-solving and decision-making skills. You have proven and professional communication skills, both oral and written, for collaborating with various stakeholders. You have well developed planning and organizational skills, coupled with the ability to multi-task and adapt in this fast-paced environment with competing priorities. You maintain a professional and courteous disposition and hold a high standard for client and customer service.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• \xe2\x80\x8bCountless Career Paths.

Pay Grade: TE 26

Salary Range: $2,561.85 - $2,993.09 Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:

Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.

External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.

Government of Nova Scotia