Senior Marine Safety Inspector Inventory; Master​/Nautical

Job Details

Transport Canada – Marine Safety & Security

Reference number: MOT
25J-

Locations:
Kingston, North York, Sarnia, St. Catharines, Thunder Bay (Ontario)

Salary: $112,823 to $131,504

Level: TI-07 – Marine

Inspectors in Marine Safety & Security investigate marine vessels, ports, and related facilities to enforce Canadian maritime law and promote safety and environmental protection.

• Conduct inspections of vessels, ports, and related marine facilities.
• Enforce the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 and associated regulations.
• Identify and evaluate risks, recommend corrective actions, and monitor compliance.
• Communicate with industry, government, and the public to foster behavior change and improve safety practices.
• Prepare written reports, presentations, and testimonies to support enforcement actions.

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent combined with a valid Canadian Certificate of Competency as Master, Near Coastal, or higher.
• Five (5) consecutive years of experience in marine ship design, construction, repairs, operation, inspection, quality assurance, technical or operational management of ships, or serving as chief or second engineer.

• Willingness and ability to travel and work overtime on short notice.

• English (essential).

• Degree in nautical or maritime studies.
• Experience as master or chief engineer on vessels.
• Experience with Canada Labour Code Part II or equivalent health and safety legislation.
• Experience in safety management systems, quality assurance programs, or classification surveyor roles.
• Experience with tankers, LNG, transport of dangerous goods, cargo handling, or related operations.

Reliability status and security clearance required. Medical requirements include a valid Health Canada occupational health clearance and a valid Canadian driver’s licence.

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 self‑declaration of membership in designated equity groups.

Preference will be given to veterans, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Veterans will be considered first, with additional preferences for Inuit in Nunavut and Yukon First Nations for positions located in those territories.

Joanne Brown, Human Resources Generalist Advisor –

Adrianna Di Florio, Human Resources Assistant –