Job Description

National Defence


Halifax (Nova Scotia)


EG-05


$78,909 to $99,200
For further information on the organization, please visit National Defence


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Closing date: 20 October 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:

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

Apply online

Important messages

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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.


Assessment accommodation


How does this work?



? Step 1: Read the entire advertisement. Want to join our team? Let us know you're interested! Click "Apply Online"



? Step 2: Tell us about yourself! Attach your resume and answer the screening questions in the online application.



? Step 3: We will carefully review all your qualifications. If your talent matches one of our immediate or upcoming opportunities, we may contact you for further information or assessment.



Creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued begins with self-declaration. Count yourself in and self-declare by identifying to which employment equity group(s) you belong. In order to self-declare, please ensure to indicate this by checking off the appropriate box within the online application as part of the Employment Equity section.

Duties

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Join Maritime Forces Atlantic (MARLANT), one of the largest and most dynamic organizations in the region and play a critical role in the health, safety and well being of the Defence Team. We are seeking dedicated team members to support our operations in a fast-paced maritime and industrial environment, where safety is a top-priority. In these roles, you will promote compliance with workplace health and safety regulations, conduct inspections, complete risk assessments and investigate safety occurrences. Additional responsibilities include developing, implementing, and updating policies, procedures and training programs, providing advice and guidance to managers and employees on safety best practices, and supporting a strong safety culture across all levels of the organization. If you want to be part of an organization where safety is a priority and make a direct impact every day, these roles are for you!

Work environment

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The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers, offering over 70 types of civilian career opportunities. DND's role is to provide services and support to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad. The civilian workforce is an essential part of the Defence Team. Your knowledge and expertise contribute to the overall mission. In this regard, the department fosters a work environment where you have opportunities to learn, to develop your talents, to progress in your career and have job satisfaction over the long-term.

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Together, DND and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) form the largest and most complex organization in Canada. DND's role is to provide services and support to the CAF in their operations and missions at home and abroad. DND and the CAF work side-by-side to fulfill the Government of Canada's mission to defend Canada and Canadians and contribute to international peace, security, and stability efforts.



What do we offer?



At DND we foster a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, learn, progress in their careers, and have job satisfaction over the long-term. You'll enjoy:



? A career among a dynamic and dedicated team

? Opportunities for advancement

? A diverse, respectful, and inclusive work environment

? A total benefits package including a competitive salary, health and dental insurance plans, pension plan and a variety of leave entitlements

Intent of the process

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We are currently seeking candidates for a position located in Halifax, NS. Additional opportunities may arise in the future, and this process may be used to staff anticipatory positions in Halifax as they become available.



A pool of partially or essentially qualified candidates may be established through this process and may be used to staff identical or similar positions at the Department of National Defence.

Positions to be filled:

Number to be determined

Information you must provide

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Your resume.

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

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? Essential qualifications are qualifications that you must meet in order to be considered for the position. This means that when you apply, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience listed below.

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EDUCATION



ED1. Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution or a certificate or diploma from a post-secondary institution combined with a minimum of 3 years of safety work experience in an industrial or maritime environment.


Degree equivalency


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EXPERIENCE



EX1. Experience in the planning and delivery of occupational health and safety programs and projects inclusive of developing guidance and engaging stakeholders.

EX2. Experience conducting inspections or assessments or audits of occupational health and safety programs and drafting the associated reports.

EX3. Experience conducting or analyzing accident investigations and inquiries in an industrial or maritime environment and making recommendations.

EX4. Experience in the development or delivery of training or seminar sessions.

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

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Various language requirements

English essential

Bilingual BBB/BBB


Information on language requirements


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COMPETENCIES



C1. Demonstrating integrity and respect

C2. Thinking things through

C3. Working effectively with others

C4. Showing initiative and being action oriented

C5. Communication


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ABILITIES



AB1. Ability to analyze information and provide recommendations and advice.

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

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? Asset qualifications are qualifications that may be required for the position. If you possess any of the qualifications listed below, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the qualification in your application.

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EDUCATION



AED1. Graduation with a master's degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in an area of study relevant to the position.


AED2. Certification in Risk Management or Project Management or Safety Management


Degree equivalency


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ASSET EXPERIENCE



AEX1. Experience working with an ISO 45001/CSA Z1000 safety management system.

AEX2. Experience working in a safety auditor position.

AEX3. Experience in providing recommendations to senior management on one or more safety areas (e.g., occupational health, prevention of violence, safe work, fall protection, confined space entry, lock-out tag-out, hazardous occurrence investigation, ergonomics, etc.).

AEX4. Experience in preparing and managing safety contracts.


AEX5. Experience working as a project manager and working with principles such as scope, proposals, budget control and schedule.


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ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS



The Department of National Defence is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team that reflects Canada's population.



To achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to one or more of the designated groups: Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and women.



We encourage you to indicate if you belong to any of the designated groups when you apply.



In support of Strong, Secure, Engaged (SSE) initiative #24, consideration may be given to the spouses or common-law partners of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.


Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT



Security: Various Security Levels (Reliability & Secret)

Required to work in extreme weather conditions, wear personal protective equipment, work at heights and in confined spaces, be exposed to occupational health and safety hazards when participating in investigations, inspections, and verifications and responding to emergency situations. Willing and able to work overtime Willing and able to travel Meet and maintain a Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent.


Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics, Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, Directive on Conflict of Interest, and Defence Administrative Orders and Directives (DAOD) 7021-1, Conflict of Interest.


Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defence-ethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html AND


https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049 AND


https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32627 ANDhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/corporate/policies-standards/defence-administrative-orders-directives/7000-series/7021/7021-1-conflict-of-interest.html



Conditions of Employment NOTES:

Candidates must meet and maintain the Conditions of Employment throughout their employment

Other information

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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.


Information on employment equity


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


Our organization will only accept on-line applications for this opportunity. Please click "Apply online" to submit your application. If there are limitations or special circumstances preventing you from submitting your application via the GC Jobs online portal, you must contact us and receive approval to apply via an alternate means PRIOR to the closing date.


Depending on the position being staffed: Additional qualifications, operational requirements and/or conditions of employment may be required Varying degrees of breadth and depth of experience may be deemed essential Asset qualifications may be invoked as essential qualifications You may be contacted and asked to submit information or be further assessed


Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.


All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the applicants. Your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, may be used in the assessment of qualifications and competencies.


To ensure the integrity of the selection process, the content and questions of the assessment must remain confidential. Please do not discuss or share the assessment content with anyone, including other candidates. You must complete the assessment, including screening questions, by yourself, without the help of others, including the use of unapproved internet resources and artificial intelligence (such as ChatGPT or any other forms of artificial intelligence). Plagiarism and the use of artificial intelligence is strictly prohibited throughout the entire process and suspected non-compliance will be investigated. Any violation may result in potential consequences which could include your elimination from this selection process.


If, at any point in this process or upon qualifying in this process, your Values and Ethics do not align with that of the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics and Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, you will be eliminated from further consideration in this process. (Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defence-ethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html AND https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049)

Preference

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Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.


Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.