Job Description

National Defence


Ottawa (Ontario), Gatineau (Quebec)


GS-STS-05


$30.66 to $33.28 per hour
For further information on the organization, please visit National Defence


Why work at Department of National Defence? Click here to find out: Reasons to work at the Department of National Defence


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Closing date: 5 November 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


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.


On July 9th, 2025 we will be pulling applications to fill immediate needs in the following locations:

Ottawa


Apply before this date to be considered for our immediate vacancies.



The second round of applications will be collected from this process on August 6th, 2025.



The third round of applications will be collected from this process on September 3rd, 2025.



The fourth round of applications will be collected from this process on October 1st, 2025.



When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for current and future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment. Please note that candidates will only be assessed once, and re-applications to the inventory will not be considered.


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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.


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Please note that our assessments will require the use of technology, including email, as part of the process. However, we are committed to ensuring equal access for everyone. If you do not have access to the necessary technology or face any challenges, we are happy to provide accommodations to support your participation. Please feel free to reach out, and we will work with you to find a solution that meets your needs.


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INTEREST IN OTHER LOCATIONS




In support of mobility and accessibility, we invite those who are interested in indeterminate opportunities and able to work onsite from Department of National Defence locations other than those listed on this poster, to apply on the regional selection processes for those locations. (Pro-tip: you may cut and paste your answers).




Selection Processes:
25-DND-EA-NAST-536226-A (Atlantic) 25-DND-EA-NAST-536226-B (Eastern) 25-DND-EA-NAST-536226-C (National Capital Region) 25-DND-EA-NAST-536226-D (Ontario) 25-DND-EA-NAST-536226-E (Pacific) 25-DND-EA-NAST-536226-F (Prairies)


Candidates who apply on various regional posters will only be assessed once. Results of this assessment will be applied to each individual process, if more than one application is submitted.

Work environment

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Working in Canada's National Capital Region means being at the heart of the country's public service, surrounded by natural beauty, rich culture, and a strong sense of purpose. It's a region where bilingualism thrives, career opportunities are diverse, and life balances professionalism with access to parks, trails, and cultural institutions. Whether you're contributing to national policy, growing in the tech sector, or enjoying the scenic Rideau Canal or Gatineau Park, the NCR offers a meaningful and enriching place to live and work.



Be part of a team that plays a vital role in providing high-quality food services to military members and DND employees. If you take pride in your work and are passionate about delivering excellent service, we want to hear from you!



Don't miss this opportunity to contribute to the success of the Canadian Armed Forces and grow your career with DND. Apply now!

Intent of the process

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A pool of partially or essentially qualified candidates may be established through this process and used to staff identical or similar positions with various employment tenures (temporary and permanent), various language profiles, operational requirements, and conditions of employment at the Department of National Defence, in Ottawa, ON and Gatineau, QC only.



Please note that all positions are on-site, and you will be expected to work in person for the entire duration of your scheduled hours.

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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EXPERIENCE




EX1: Experience working in a warehouse, shipping environment or distribution center.


EX2: Experience providing customer service in a warehouse environment.


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COMPETENCIES




CO1: Demonstrating integrity and respect


CO2: Thinking things through


CO3: Working effectively with others


CO4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented


CO5: Communication*




Communication refers to writing, expressing ideas (e.g. orally, using non-verbal language such as sign language, or using assistive technology), and active listening, which allow you to understand and be understood by others.

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

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Various language requirements

English Essential

French Essential

Bilingual Imperative AAA/AAA

Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB

Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC



The language requirements for supervisory positions are in line with the updates to the Official Languages Act. As of June 20, 2025, all supervisory positions with subordinates in bilingual regions will require a linguistic profile of CBC/CBC. Supervisory positions without subordinates in bilingual regions may require a lower profile.



Copy and paste this link into your browser to see the list of bilingual regions in Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/values-ethics/official-languages/list-bilingual-regions-canada-language-of-work-purposes.html


Information on language requirements

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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ASSET EDUCATION



AE1: Possession of a High school diploma or equivalent such as a Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) or a GED (General Educational Development)


Degree equivalency


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ASSET OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION



AOC1: Possession of a valid Control and Packaging of Hazardous Material certification


AOC2: Possession of a valid Dangerous Goods certification


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ASSET EXPERIENCE



AEX1: Experience working with hazardous materials including handling, storage, and disposal.


AEX2: Experience in the procedures relating to shipping and receiving.


AEX3: Experience in the maintenance and disposal of inventory.

AEX4: Experience using the Defence Resource Management Information System (DRMIS) or similar SAP (Systems Applications and Products) software for inventory or resource management.


AEX5: Experience supervising.


AEX6: Experience using Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel and Outlook.


AEX7: Experience working or volunteering in a mixed civilian and military environment.


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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.



As means to support our military families, consideration may first be given to the spouses or common-law partners of serving Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.


Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

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Secret security clearance


Reliability Status security clearance


One or more of the following conditions of employment may be required, depending on the position being staffed. Additional conditions of employment could also be required, not listed below. The complete list of conditions of employment will be communicated to candidates at the time of consideration for appointment for each position being staffed.



Possession of a valid provincial/territorial driver's license. Ability to obtain and maintain a DND 404 Driver/Operator Permit including Forklift Operator's qualification. Ability to safely lift large items up to 20kg. Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Willingness and ability to work overtime as pre-authorized. Willingness to travel for training purposes (occasionally for extended periods of time) Willingness and ability to wear CSA approved safety footwear and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Willingness and ability to work in a warehouse environment with minimal supervision. Willingness and ability to work in confined spaces, climb ladders and on elevated devices.


Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics - Canada.ca, Values and Ethics Code for the Public SectorCanada.ca, Directive on Conflict of Interest- Canada.ca, and DAOD 7021-1, Conflict of Interest - Canada.ca.



Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information:

https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defenceethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html

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

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https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32627

AND

https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/corporate/policies-standards/defence

Other information

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The appointed candidate must meet all essential qualifications and conditions of employment and be administered the Oath before being appointed to the position. Administration of the Oath concerns individuals appointed from outside the public service.

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) Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria: Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team; Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed; Depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience; Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications; Organizational Needs

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.