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Job Posting - Marine Communication and Traffic Services (MCTS) - Ab Initio Trainee

 

We are currently looking for individuals to train to become Marine Communications and Traffic Services Officers to join our team!
 

 

 

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

 

 

 

Job Information

 

Selection process number: 24-DFO-NCRCCG-EA-617280

Reference number: DFO24D-154296-000006

 

Job Titles: Marine Communications and Traffic Services (MCTS) – Ab Initio Trainee 

Locations: Various locations across Canada

Rates of Pay:

During Phase I (Training at the Canadian Coast Guard College): You are paid an Ab Initio allowance of $350 per week minus appropriate deductions, including $90 per week is deducted for meals and accommodations while at the Canadian Coast Guard College.

During Phase II (On-the-job training):  After successful completion of Phase I, you are appointed to the RO-01 group and level at an annual salary of $49,712

Appointment to RO-03 MCTS Officer position: After successful completion of Phase II, you are appointed to a RO-03 MCTS Officer position with an annual salary of  $63,671 to $86,284 

 

Work environment

 

MCTS - Ab Initio training involves the following two phases:

Phase I: Phase I: The MCTS Ab Initio course is a 6 month (approx.) training course that takes place at the Canadian Coast Guard College located in Sydney, Nova Scotia. The course consists of theory, practical applications and simulations. Here you will learn the basics.  

Phase II: On- the-Job training takes place at a regionally appointed MCTS Centre. Working with an On-the-Job Instructor, you will learn local geography, local and regional procedures while applying the national elements of Phase I training. The on-the job training varies according to the MCTS Centre and can last from 3-12 months.  

You will be required to successfully complete each phase of training before continuing to the next phase. After successful completion of Phase II candidates are promoted to Marine Communications and Traffic Services Officers. 

Travel is necessary to complete the two Phases of training. To complete Phase I, travel is required to attend the Canadian Coast Guard College located in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Travel to the regional MCTS centre for Phase II may be required depending on residency at time of hiring. 

Information on Marine Communications and Traffic Services can be found at: http://www.ccg-gcc.gc.ca/mcts-sctm/career-carriere-eng.html

 

Information on Marine Communications and Traffic Services - Ab Initio Trainee Phase I can be found at: http://www.ccg-gcc.gc.ca/college/MCTS-training-formation-SCTM/index-eng.html

 

 

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

 

Information on language requirements 

 

 

Qualifications candidates must have for a MCTS - Ab Initio Trainee (essential)

 

• A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience 
• Competency in skills associated with MCTS Officer duties (i.e. Arithmetic, Checking, Coding, Memory, and Spatial Ability). Note: this will be assessed using the MCTS Aptitude Test.
• Ability to keyboard (30 wpm with 95% accuracy)
• Ability to communicate effectively orally
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Working with others 
• Client Service Orientation 
• Managing difficult situations 
• Adaptability 
• Judgement and decision making 
• Initiative 

 

 

Other qualifications may be required for the position (assets*)  

 

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

 

 

Asset qualifications for MCTS - Ab Initio Trainee

 

• Experience working in a marine environment (e.g., member of a Ship's crew, Navigation officer, Commercial fisheries, Sea cadets etc.)

 

 

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. 

 

Operational Requirements

• Work in a confidential protected zone, wear a headset and exposure to multiple computer screens and noise disturbances for extended periods of time; 
• This is an operational position that requires on-site presence, you must be willing and able to relocate based on operational requirements; 
• Willingness and ability to work overtime upon successful completion of all Phases of MCTS Officer training. 

 

Conditions of Employment

 

• Obtain and maintain a valid secret security clearance;
• Health Canada pre-placement evaluation* ;
• Willingness to accept seasonal employment (Prescott, ON and Sarnia, ON and Iqaluit, NU) ;
• Willingness and ability to travel for work;
• Willingness and ability to work shifts (i.e. 8 or 12 hours), including days, evenings and nights;
• Willingness and ability to work holidays and weekends.

*Health Canada pre-placement evaluations include hearing, vision and colour vision tests. 

 

 

Important Notes

 

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

 

 

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
• 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:

 

• Education

If you meet the criteria, you will move to the next step of the hiring process, an invitation to write the MCTS Aptitude Test to evaluate your competency in skills associated with MCTS Officer duties (i.e. Arithmetic, Checking, Coding, Memory, and Spatial Ability).  If you meet the criteria of the MCTS Aptitude Test, 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.