Job Description

What You Need to Note:

The results of this process may be used to staff future positions, in various CNSC locations, with similar qualifications and various tenures including term, acting, assignment and indeterminate.



Who can apply? Persons legally eligible to work in Canada.



The CNSC recognizes the many benefits of providing staff with more flexible work practices and providing employees with more choice about where they do their work. The CNSC enables employees to manage their work as part of their life while fostering a culture of inclusion, health and wellbeing and delivering high quality regulatory outcomes for Canadians.



Within the flexible work model, CNSC employees are currently expected to work in-person for at least 25% of their normal schedule depending on the operational requirements and duties of the position.




Telework agreements within Canada would be considered on a case-by-case basis depending on the operational requirements and duties of the position.




We encourage applicants that reside across Canada to apply.



The CNSC is committed to creating a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. If you have a special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. All information pertaining to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.



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Why work here?

At the CNSC, we work hard to create an environment where employees feel supported and heard, by management and their peers alike.




We also provide benefits like:




Minimum 15 days of annual leave per year Competitive salary and benefit package Growth and the possibility for internal career opportunities Strong support for employee wellness and mental health


The CNSC is committed to ensuring our workforce is representative and reflective of Canadian society. We strive to continue to be a safe and healthy workplace - one that is inclusive and free from harassment and discrimination. We encourage members of any designated group to self-identify.




Interested in learning more about the CNSC? Visit nuclearsafety.gc.ca.

Who you are

Are you looking to be challenged and work alongside the leading scientists and engineers in the nuclear industry? Do you thrive on solving problems and making the world a safe place? If you answered yes, then the CNSC has the perfect opportunity for you in the Probabilistic Safety Assessment and Reliability Division.

What You'll Do

As a Specialist working in the Probabilistic Safety Assessment (PSA) and Reliability Division, you will work collaboratively as part of a highly technical team to support the CNSC's mandate and mission by providing regulatory oversight and expertise in the fields of probabilistic safety assessment (PSA) and systems reliability engineering.



Reporting to the Director, and working under the direction of more senior staff, you will:



review technical and regulatory information (i.e. inspections, events, reports, licensee submissions related to PSA and reliability analysis) and begin to assess data, perform calculations and to draft reports as required and with direction Participate in the review of the probabilistic safety assessment submissions (including hazard screening report and PSA submissions) and reliability analysis. reviews technical reports (e.g Quarterly Report on "Safety Performance Indicators, Annual Risk and Reliability Reports) and/or a variety of regulatory documents and update predetermined changes observe and participate in inspections and may lead smaller scale inspections of lower risk observes evaluations, audits and/or assessments and document findings to add to overall report provides support to divisional projects, inspections and initiatives as needed and with direction

Essential Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University in Engineering or Science in the following fields: Nuclear, Mechanical, Physics, Civil, Electrical, Chemical, or a related field

Language Requirements:

English essential

Knowledge of:

Candidates should demonstrate foundational knowledge in some or several of the following areas, acquired through academic training or relevant experience. While expertise in all areas is not required, familiarity with multiple domains will be considered an asset:



Statistical methods for reliability and risk analysis Reliability engineering and Probabilistic Safety Assessment fundamentals Nuclear reactors design and operation fundamentals the principles of project management, project definition, justification and planning, resource allocation, development of appropriate control and co-ordination mechanisms, communication, implementation, monitoring and plan adjustment and project evaluation the Nuclear Safety and Control Act, Regulations and supporting guidance documentation and relevant safety codes and standards (CSA, IAEA, ASME) and reliability engineering

Key Competencies:

The following "Key Behavioural Competencies" define the behaviours expected of all CNSC employees. These competencies serve as the basis for the selection, performance management, development and recognition of CNSC employees and will form part of the evaluation of this process.



Live it - Model the CNSC values Own it - Be Accountable & Achieve Results Build it - Collaborate Effectively with Others Learn it - Commit to your Professional Growth & Personal Leadership


For more information on CNSC's Key Behavioural Competencies go to the following link: http://www.nuclearsafety.gc.ca/eng/about-us/careers-at-cnsc/key-behavioral-competencies.cfm

Operational Needs:

All CNSC staff are subject to the Mobility Directive.

Submitting an Application:

Submit the following by the closing date, for our initial screening of candidates.



1. Your resume, including contact information

2. In your 2-page (maximum) cover letter, applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the essential qualifications as applicable.




Important to Note: You cannot save your application in progress, so please be prepared to complete your entire application and all screening questions during one session. For this reason, we recommend saving your answers in a text editing application and then copy-paste them into your job application.




To expedite the recruitment process, you are also encouraged to provide:


3. A scanned copy of your transcript, diploma, or certificate as proof of education




We thank all those who apply. We will contact only those whose qualifications are the most relevant.

Additional Notes:

Please visit our How to Prepare page for more information and helpful tips.

Contact Information:

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If you have questions about this job posting, please contact HR Staffing / RH Dotation (CNSC/CCSN).