Share this page Email Facebook LinkedIn® Twitter No endorsement of any products or services is expressed or implied. Share this page Project Technologist Fisheries and Oceans Canada - Small Craft Harbours Closing date: July 20, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time Apply Reference number DFO26J-170608-000028 Selection process number 26-DFO-CEN-EA-672329 Location Winnipeg (Manitoba), Burlington (Ontario), Sept-Îles (Québec) Salary $78,909 to $99,200 Level EG-05 Who can apply Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad. Organization information For further information on the organization, please visit Fisheries and Oceans Canada . On this page About the position Conditions of employment You need (essential for the job) Language requirements (essential for the job) You may need (asset qualifications) Our commitment Equity, diversity and inclusion Preference How to apply Hiring organization contact About the position Duties Provides project management services to support the delivery of SCH projects and programs. Plans and undertakes condition assessment inspections of the asset base. Performs inspections and compliance audits in support of the environmental management program. Provides technical input for program planning, project planning, and, long-range capital planning. Produces tender-ready sketches and specifications for non-complex projects, in consultation with a senior project engineer or senior project technologist. Work environment Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) develops and delivers policies and programs that support Canada’s economic, ecological, and scientific interests in oceans and inland waters. The Small Craft Harbours Program (SCH) supports Canada’s commercial fishing industry by maintaining a national network of safe, accessible harbours. SCH works closely with local harbour authorities and partners to manage, maintain, and improve harbour infrastructure that is essential to fishing communities across the country. Intent of the process The intent of this process is to staff the below immediate vacancies: - One term (temporary) appointment in Burlington, Ontario - One term (temporary) appointment in Winnipeg, Manitoba - One term (temporary) appointment in Sept-Îles, Quebec This process may also be used to fill similar positions with various tenures (term, indeterminate, acting, secondment, deployment), language requirements and security requirements in Fisheries and Oceans across Canada. Positions to be filled 3 Important messages HERE’S HOW THE ASSESSMENT PROCESS WILL GO: STEP 1- INTRODUCE YOURSELF Tell us about yourself! We want to know why you would be the ideal candidate for this position and what you would bring to this role. You can do this by clicking “Apply Online". Candidates must clearly demonstrate in the screening questions how they meet the education and experience criteria listed in the essential and asset qualifications. Please note that stating that the requirement has been met, and/or listing past or current responsibilities, does not represent adequate substantiation. Rather, you must provide concrete examples that clearly illustrate how you meet the requirement. Clear and concrete examples are defined as illustrations in which you fully explain the actions, considerations and steps you completed in order to gain the experience you are describing. This detailed contextual information will be used by the board members reviewing your submission to assess whether you have sufficient experience in a relevant field to complete the tasks which will be assigned to you should you be considered further. Résumés may be used as a secondary source to validate the qualifications described; comments such as "refer to my attached resume" will not be accepted and may result in your application being rejected. Failure to provide this information in the requested format may result in your application being rejected. Please pay careful attention to the screening and text questions in your application. STEP 2 – SCREENING THE APPLICATIONS Your application will be reviewed to determine if you have the following education and experience. STEP 3 - INTERVIEWS & FURTHER ASSESSMENT Based on the answers you provide in STEP 2 above, you may be invited to a written exam and interview. During the interview we will be looking for you to demonstrate your abilities and skills further. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE ABOVE INSTRUCTIONS AND TO CLEARLY DEMONSTRATE HOW YOU MEET THE SCREENING CRITERIA MAY RESULT IN THE REJECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION. APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE SOLICITED FOR INCOMPLETE OR MISSING INFORMATION. OTHER INFORMATION You must complete the assessment independently without external help, including unauthorized internet resources or Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools (for example, Copilot, ChatGPT or any other form of AI). You may be asked to explain or elaborate on your answers in a follow-up interview. Any violation may be investigated and result in serious consequences, including the rejection of your application. You are entitled to participate in this process in the official language of your choice (English or French). Please indicate your preferred official language in your application An interview will be administered. A written exam will be administered. All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence and telephone conversations, may be used in the assessment of qualifications. Communication 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 MUST include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of emails) Time sensitive correspondence may be transmitted via email and it will be the candidates responsibility to ensure they check their email regularly. Failure to respond to communications may result in elimination from this process A top-down selection may be used during any phases of the selection process. Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent. You must provide proof of your education credentials. Candidates will be asked to provide proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residency. Conditions of employment Reliability Status security clearance Learn more about security screening process . Conditions of Employment - Work Overtime - Travelling within the Region of the job position, including to remote locations by various modes of transportation (e.g. small and large aircraft, all terrain vehicles, boats, helicopter, etc.). - Possess a valid unrestricted driver’s license - Navigating rough terrain, port infrastructure and construction sites in harsh weather conditions (cold, wind, rain, snow) - Driving a Light Truck You need (essential for the job) Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following Education Technical College diploma (post-secondary or CEGEP) in civil engineering technology, architectural technology, construction management, surveying or any other related field. Learn more about degree equivalency . Experience - Experience in providing technical support, engineering advice and consulting services in support of the construction, maintenance or repair of civil or marine infrastructure. - Experience in supervising construction, maintenance or repair of civil or marine infrastructure. - Experience in inspecting and assessing the condition of infrastructure. Applied / assessed at a later date Knowledge - General knowledge of construction, standards and technologies for construction. - Knowledge of the usual investigation and inspection practices and procedures in the context of a construction, maintenance or repair projects of infrastructure. Competencies - Judgement - Showing Initiative and Being Action Oriented - Working Effectively with Others - Demonstrating integrity and respect - Thinking things through Abilities - Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally - Ability to draft tender documents and manage contracts for minor maintenance work, including the preparation of schedules and cost estimates and the management of contract disputes - Ability to prepare and present technical reports for follow-up construction work and inspections - Ability to coordinate, monitor and make recommendations regarding the management of construction projects Language requirements (essential for the job) Applied / assessed at a later date Various language requirements - English Essential Bilingual Imperative – (Quebec and some New Brunswick positions) Learn more about language requirements . You may need (asset qualifications) May be applied / assessed at a later date Certification as a Certified Engineering Technologist in Canada Experience - Experience in construction in a marine or coastal environment - Experience conducting topographic surveys with GPS survey equipment - Experience conducting bathymetric surveys - Experience in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D - Experience in the use of AutoCAD - Experience with dredging in marine and coastal environments - General knowledge of bathymetric sounding and dredging in marine and coastal environments 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. Learn more about assessment accommodation . 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 . Fisheries and Oceans Canada 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, Visible Minorities, 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. 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 Learn more about applying for Government of Canada jobs . Information you must provide Your résumé We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted. Hiring organization contact Name: Amanda Weston - Human Resources Advisor Email address: Amanda.Weston@dfo-mpo.gc.ca Apply Date modified: 2026-07-07