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Laurentian Pilotage Authority (the Authority) is a federal Crown corporation based in Montreal, Quebec. The Authority responsible for establishing, operating, maintaining and administering marine pilotage and related services in the waters of the Laurentian region, in particular the St. Lawrence River and the Saguenay River. Its mission is to ensure navigation safety by providing efficient and cost-effective marine pilotage services at a reasonable cost, while maintaining financial self-sufficiency, in cooperation with pilots and the shipping industry.The responsibilities of the board of directors include the oversight of the business and activities of the corporation. As such, the board is expected to: ensure that the strategic direction of the corporation is in line with the Government’s broad policy objectives and priorities; ensure that appropriate risks have been recognized and appropriate systems are in place to manage these risks; ensure the corporation’s information systems and management practices meet its needs; assume accountability for the integrity of the information produced by the corporation. The Chairperson acts as the representative of the Laurentian Pilotage Authority to outside parties as well as the leader and facilitator of the Board as it carries out its duties. The Chairperson presides all meetings of members and meetings of the Board, assures a liaison and maintain good communication with all members, the organization, the Minister and the stakeholders. The Chairperson represent the Authority in respect of events related to the marine industry or pilotage.
The Government of Canada will consider bilingual proficiency and diversity in assessing applicants. You are therefore encouraged to include in your online profile your ability to speak and understand your second official language. Preference may be given to applicants who are members of one or more of the following groups: women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of a visible minority group.
Proficiency in both official languages would be preferred.
A link to this notice will be placed in the Canada Gazette to assist the Governor in Council in identifying qualified candidates. It is not, however, intended to be the sole means of recruitment.A list of qualified candidates may be established and may be used for similar opportunities.
Review of applications will begin on November 6, 2020. Candidates should apply online via the Governor in Council Appointments website. Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their applications by this date. After this date, your application will be retained and may be considered up until an appointment to the position is made. Your cover letter should be addressed to the Deputy Director of Selection Processes, Senior Personnel Secretariat, Privy Council Office, and should be sent only through the online application.Instructions on how to apply for an appointment opportunity can be found on the Governor in Council Appointments website.
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