What could you do in 24 hours?

 

 

At the Canadian Coast Guard, you can do a lot in 24 hours. From helping people in need to protecting our oceans from pollution, we offer work experiences like no other.

 

 

 

An accessible version of this Job Poster is available for download after clicking Apply Now

 

 

 

 

Closing date:  March 31, 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

 

 

 

 

Job Posting - Engineering Officer, Senior Engineering Officer

 

We are currently looking for qualified Engineering Officers and Senior Engineering Officers to join our team!
 

 

Job Information

 

 

Selection Process Number: 24-DFO-NCRCCG-EA-617253

Reference Number: DFO24D-154296-000005

 

Job Titles: Engineering Officers, Senior Engineering Officers

Tenure:  Various types of appointments (Casual, Term, Indeterminate, etc.)

Locations: Various locations across Canada

Rates of Pay:  $41.01 to $58.88 an hour (NEW effective April 1, 2024)

Classification: SO-MAO-03, SO-MAO-04, SO-MAO-05, SO-MAO-06, SO-MAO-07, SO-MAO-08 

Work schedule: Engineering Officers and Senior Engineering Officers work a schedule of a period of 14, 28 or up to 42 days at sea, followed by equivalent time off with pay.

 

 

Who can apply 

 

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

 

 

Employment Equity

 

Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard are stronger and most effective when we reflect the diversity of the Canadian population we serve. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, first consideration may be given to candidates self-declaring as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, Persons with Disabilities, and Women. As part of your application to this selection process, we invite you to self-declare which employment equity group(s) you belong to. To learn more, visit our website on Self-declaring for Government of Canada jobs.

 

 

Language requirements

 

Various (Bilingual imperative BBB, bilingual imperative CBC, English Essential, French Essential) 

Information on language requirements 

 

 

Qualifications candidates must have for an Engineering Officer, SO-MAO-03, SO-MAO-04, SO-MAO-05 (essential)

 

• Valid Transport Canada Fourth-class marine engineering certificate or a Valid Transport Canada Third-class marine engineering certificate*
• Experience as a marine engineering officer 
• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Dependability
• Planning and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively orally
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing

* Certain positions require a Fourth-class certificate, while others require a Third-class certificate.  

 

 

Qualifications candidates must have for Senior Engineering Officer, SO-MAO-06,SO-MAO-07,SO-MAO-08 (essential)

 

• Valid Transport Canada Third-class marine engineering certificate or a Valid Transport Canada Second-class marine engineering certificate*
• Experience as a marine engineering officer  
• Create vision and strategy 
• Mobilize people 
• Uphold integrity and respect 
• Collaborate with partners and stakeholders   
• Achieve results  
• Promote innovation and guide change
• Ability to communicate effectively orally 
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing  

* Certain positions require a Third-class certificate, while others require a Second-Class certificate.  

 

 

Other qualifications may be required for the job (asset*)

 

*Asset qualifications may be required for the job, depending on the position being staffed. You are encouraged to provide proof of qualifications if obtained.

 

 

 

Organizational Needs

 

Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard are committed to establishing and maintaining a workforce representative of the population it serves. In order to achieve this representative workforce, preference may be given to candidates who, at the time of application, indicate that they are belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups (self-declaration): Indigenous peoples, Women, members of racialized groups and Persons with Disabilities.

 

 

 Conditions of Employment

 

• Obtain and maintain a valid secret security clearance
• Obtain and maintain a valid Health Canada medical for seagoing personnel* 
• Hold a valid passport or other valid travel documents/ visa permitting entry to Canadian and United States Ports of Calls
• Maintain a valid Certificate of Competency 
• Willingness and ability to be deployed anywhere in Canada 
• Willingness and ability to go to sea for prolonged periods of time and in adverse weather conditions 
• Willingness and ability to travel by land, air, and water 
• Willingness and ability to work overtime 
• Willingness and ability to wear and maintain a uniform per CCG standards, safety footwear, and maintain job related personal safety equipment 
• Compliance with the CCG Safety Management System and Standards 
• Willingness and ability to wear a Respiratory Protection device and meet the standard of the CCG Respiratory Protection Program  

*A valid Transport Canada Seafarer’s medical may be accepted on initial appointment for a period of up to a maximum of 6 months or until a Health Canada Medical is completed.  

 

 

Important Notes

 

• All communication regarding this process will be in your preferred official language of choice (English or French).
• When answering the experience questions, we suggest you prepare your answers in a Word document and then copy and paste your answers in the application form. 

 

Giving you your best chance to succeed! 

Assessment accommodation is a change made to an assessment procedure, format or content. It is designed to remove barriers to a fair assessment and allow candidates to fully demonstrate their competency. 

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 contact us at DFO.CCGRecruitment-RecrutementGCC.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca . All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. 

 

Contact Information

 

For any questions, general inquiries, or information, please contact us at DFO.CCGRecruitment-RecrutementGCC.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca

 

 

Instructions

 

Step 1: Before you click "Apply Now” ensure you have the required documentation available to upload (PDF, Word documents, JPG Pictures etc.)

 

• Resume or CV
• Certificates listed on the job posting
• Cover letter is optional 

Ensure your documents are legible.

 

*If you have received your credentials outside of Canada, please visit The Canadian Information Centre for 

International Credentials.

 

 

Step 2: Click “Apply Now" and complete the online application form.

 

 

What happens after you apply?

 

Your application will be evaluated on:

 

• Occupational certification 
• Experience questions 

 

If you meet the criteria above, you will move to the next step of the hiring process for further evaluations. This may include an interview, an exam, references, or other assessments.