Maritime Search and Rescue Coordinator
Fisheries and Oceans Canada - Canadian Coast Guard - Maritime Search and Rescue
Esquimalt (British Columbia)
GT-05
$74,763 to $85,004
Selection process number: 22-DFO-WCCG-EA-CCG-340954
Maritime Search and Rescue Coordinator (cfp-psc.gc.ca)
For further information on the organization, please visit Fisheries and Oceans Canada - Canadian Coast Guard
Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
WHY WORK WITH US?
The Search and Rescue Coordinator is a shore opportunity that allows you to:
• Keep your Transport Canada Watchkeeping Mate (or higher) certificate
• Spend more time with family and friends. You will work on a rotating shift schedule.
• Enjoy generous paid time off.
• Contribute to one of the best pension plans in Canada as well as benefit from excellent medical/dental insurance coverage.
Pension link: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/service s/pensio n-plan/prospective-members.html
Positions to be filled: Number to be determined
Essential Qualifications
EDUCATION
1. High school diploma or acceptable combination of education, training and experience.
2. Watchkeeping Mate certificate OR Watchkeeping Mate, Near Coastal certificate of Competency issued under the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 Marine Personnel Regulations SOR/2007-115 (or equivalent).
EXPERIENCE
1. Twelve (12) months sea time experience as navigation officer in charge of a watch in BC coastal waters (Victoria search and rescue region).
2. Experience working with Marine Communications and Traffic Services
3. Experience working with Vessel Traffic Services
4. Experience working with the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre
5. Experience with on scene coordination in a SAR incident
KNOWLEDGE
1. Knowledge of the Canadian SAR system Canadian Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue Manual (CAMSAR)
2. Knowledge of the Global SAR system International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue Manual (IAMSAR)
3. Knowledge of local area geography
4. Knowledge of Canada Shipping Act, International Maritime Organization , IAMSAR and Safety of Life at Sea convention
COMPETENCIES
1. Strategic Thinking
2. Dealing with Crises
3. Building Partnerships
ABILITIES
1. Ability to analyze information critically and make decisions.
2. Ability to communicate effectively orally.
3. Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
4. Ability to work under pressure.
5. Ability to think critically
6. Ability to make decisions and communicate them
PERSONAL SUITABILITY
1. Teamwork / good interpersonal relations
2. Fortitude
3. Judgment
4. Initiative
5. Decisiveness
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Willingness to work on a rotating shift schedule used to maintain a 24/7 service.
• Willingness to be part of a stand-by schedule with possibility of call back for overtime work.
• Maritime search and rescue coordinators must wear CCG uniform while on duty as described on the CCG uniform’s guidelines.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Valid Health Canada Medical – in accordance with position standards
• The successful completion of the following three courses within 12 months from appointment to the position in addition to the appropriate On-Job-Training program is mandatory:
- Maritime Search Planning Course (MSP)
- Search and Rescue (SAR) Mission Coordinator Course (SMC)
- SAR Mobile Facilities/On-Scene coordinator Course (SMF/OSC);
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