The Government of Nova Scotia
Location
Halifax, NS | Canada
Job description
Competition # : 41387
Department: Public Works
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 14-Mar-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
The Real Estate and Infrastructure Management Team at the Department of Public Works has exciting new opportunities. We have changed the way we do business by bringing in more private sector approaches to ensure the integrity of the 2200 Buildings and Structures owned and operated by the Province of Nova Scotia. We are focused on life cycle asset management, innovative design, energy efficiency, accessibility, and leading the industry by example. If you want to be part of a forward-thinking collaborative environment, this may be the right opportunity for you.
Our responsibility is to ensure that those who use this infrastructure are able to do so in safe, suitable and inclusive environment. As part of this approach, we have developed a new Technical Engineering and Design Services Team responsible for the designs used in the construction and maintenance of these existing Provincial Buildings.
As the Architectural Assistant 3 (Electrical), you will be part of a group of Technical Experts who will ensure that construction, repair or maintenance projects undertaken by this new Technical Engineering and Design Services Team are completed in a professional, safe and efficient manner.
Requirements of this position include a solid base and understanding of electrical systems and approaches applied across a broad spectrum of infrastructure. You will apply fundamentals and engineering tools to design normal and emergency power distribution, communication, life safety, lighting, instrumentation and building control systems. You will contribute to the continued development of standards and best practices that reflect the organization’s priorities with respect to safety, energy efficiency, sustainability, accessibility and fiscal restraint.
Through the application of these standards, you will work within a team of technical experts to produce construction documents in the form of drawings and specifications, clearly defining the work required as a means of achieving best value. You will review construction documents prepared by others to ensure alignment with the intended scope, clarity, and consistency with our established standards.
You will support the project team through all project stages in the role of designer and/or owner representative, performing shop submittal reviews, general conformance reviews on site, and supporting project close-out.
You will be located in downtown Halifax and will support a wide range of projects in every corner of the province. As such, travel will be required to perform field reviews to establish existing conditions, provide troubleshooting expertise, make recommendations on work required and confirm the quality of work performed.
You will work as a member of a team that supports a variety of clients with varying levels of technical knowledge. A client focussed approach shall be employed with the intent of building strong relationships and trust. This includes the need to manage expectations through open and respectful communication and to fulfill agreed deliverables within established schedules.
You have completed an approved program as an Electrical Technician or an Electrical Engineering Technologist and have eight (8) years of related experience. You are a Certified Electrical Technician or Technologist and member of a recognized Canadian Association or qualify for certification by a Canadian Association. An equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered.
You must:
As the ideal Candidate, you have:
An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.
This position has a combination of office and field work. Field work occurs in adverse weather conditions and normal hazards associated with construction sites and working with or near heavy equipment are present.
This position will require climbing, working at heights and/or working within confined spaces.
You must be able to work under adverse conditions in times of emergency and sometimes overtime may be required.
As the ideal candidate, you exercise sound problem-solving and decision-making skills. You have proven and professional communication skills, both oral and written, for collaborating with various stakeholders. You have well developed planning and organizational skills, coupled with the ability to multi-task and adapt in this fast-paced environment with competing priorities. You maintain a professional and courteous disposition and hold a high standard for client and customer service.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
Pay Grade: TE 26
Salary Range: $2,561.85 - $2,993.09 Bi-Weekly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:
Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.
External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to [email protected].
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