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Remedial Measures Specialist
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Closing: 2026-10-13

Remedial Measures Specialist

Transport Canada

Closing date: October 13, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

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Reference number
MOT26J-140799-000357
Selection process number
26-MOT-EA-HRS-07967
Location
Ottawa (Ontario)
Salary
$101,672 to $120,986
Level
PC-03
Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visit Transport Canada.

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About the position

Duties
We work the national and international partners to promote and ensure public safety for Canadians during the transportation of dangerous goods. When a dangerous goods transportation incident occurs, we oversee the emergency response measures taken, to ensure they are done in a timely, safe, appropriate, and coordinated manner.
You will receive frequent technical training and regularly interact with industry responders. Duties include reviewing Emergency Response Assistance Plans (ERAPs), assessing response capabilities of responders, participating in public outreach and engagement events, and attending and developing exercises. You will also work on regulatory updates and policy analysis related to our operations and have the opportunity to collaborate on various transportation of dangerous goods projects
If you are looking to contribute to the public safety of Canadians in a challenging environment, continuously learn something new and be part of a great team, look no further.
Work environment
The position is based in Ottawa; however, the incumbent may work from any TC worksite in Canada.
Intent of the process
A pool of qualified candidates may be established through this process to staff identical or similar positions in the future at Transport Canada across Canada.
Positions to be filled
1
Important messages
You will be required to show how you demonstrate the essential education and experience qualifications when answering the screening questions. You must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN, and WHERE the qualifications were met through concrete examples. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your application being rejected from the process.
OTHER INFORMATION
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
• Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent to applicants.
• Communications for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Please note that we will have to consider that you are no longer interested in participating in the selection process and that you have withdrawn your candidacy should you not provide us with a current email address to reach you.
• An exam, an interview and reference check may be used as the assessement methods in this selection process. Depending on the amount of candidates, the written exam and the interview may be administrated the same day OR the interview may take place a few weeks after the written exam in order to accelerate the selection process.
• Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.
• Candidates will have to provide proof of education credentials and will be advised to provide the documents later in the process.
• Candidates who were educated outside of Canada, must have the certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. This will enable candidates to provide proof of Canadian equivalency when applying for a job in the public service. The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) assists persons who wish to obtain an assessment of their educational, professional, and occupational credentials by referring them to the appropriate organizations The CICIC can be contacted through its website at: http://www.cicdi.ca.
• Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.
• To submit an application on-line, select the button "Apply Online" below.
We thank all those who apply.

Operational Requirements

✅OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
OR1: This position requires, on occasion, physical effort to climb structures and equipment of facilities on sites where access is difficult and the terrain rugged.
OR2: Ability and willingness to work alone in isolated areas.
OR3: Ability and willingness to work overtime, including evenings, weekends, and stand-by (on-call).
OR4: Ability and willingness to travel, sometimes on short notice and/or for extended periods, and by using all modes of transportation.
OR5: Ability and willingness to work in adverse environments and weather conditions.
OR6: Ability and willingness to use various types of personal protective equipment at incident/accident scenes and on training.
📋CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
CE1: Secret security clearance.
CE2: Possession of a valid provincial or territorial driver’s licence.
CE3: Satisfactory completion of a Category III Pre-Employment Medical.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
🎓EDUCATION
ED: Graduation with a degree from a recognized university with specialization in chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry or an applied science with a specialization in a field relevant to the position.
Note:
The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and must have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization.

Learn more about degree equivalency.

💼EXPERIENCE
EX1: Experience in analyzing and interpreting data to provide recommendations to decision-makers regarding regulated issues.
EX2: Experience in planning, organizing and prioritizing work activities.
EX3: Significant* experience in applying acts, regulations, or standards and providing recommendations in a regulatory environment.
*Significant is defined as at least two (2) years of work experience.
🧠KNOWLEDGE
K1: Knowledge of the theories and principles governing the behaviour, properties, and hazards of dangerous goods.
K2: Knowledge of emergency response practices used in dangerous goods incidents.
K3: Knowledge of the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act (1992) and the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations.
🧩COMPETENCIES
C1: Values and Ethics – Demonstrating integrity and respect.
C2: Thinks things through – Innovating through analysis and ideas.
C3: Engagement – Working effectively with others.
C4: Excellence through results – Showing initiative and being action-oriented.
💡ABILITIES
A1: Ability to analyze problems and formulate recommendations.
A2: Ability to work under pressure.
A3: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A4: Ability to communicate effectively orally.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date
Various language requirements - English Essential
Bilingual imperative CBC/CBC and BBB/BBB

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You may need (asset qualifications)

May be applied / assessed at a later date
Depending on the position to be staffed, one or more of the following qualifications may be deemed as an essential or asset qualification. When a qualification is deemed to be essential, only candidates, veterans, and persons with a priority entitlement who possess that specific qualification in addition to the stated essential qualifications will be considered.
💼EXPERIENCE
AEX1: Significant* experience working in emergency management in the context of dangerous goods or hazardous materials.
AEX2: Experience related to the transportation of dangerous goods in a technical, policy development or research environment.
AEX3: Experience in conducting inspections, investigations, or audits.
AEX4: Experience in explaining and presenting technical information and/or advice to various audiences.
AEX5: Experience in working with various stakeholders (including federal, provincial, territorial, municipal, industry, academic or Indigenous partners).
*Significant is defined as at least two (2) years of work experience.

Our commitment

We're 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 the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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Equity, diversity and inclusion

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.

Selection may be limited to members of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous (Aboriginal) peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.

Learn more about employment equity.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

Learn more about preference to veterans.

How to apply

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Information you must provide
  • Your résumé
  • Contact information for 2 references

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Hiring organization contact

Name: Renée-Claude Boucher - Human Resources Assistant
Email address: 

Name: Sophiane Ranger - Human Resources Advisor
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