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Job Title: Inspector Specialist 3 (Boiler and Pressure Equipment)
Competition # : 47655
Department: Labour, Skills and Immigration
Location: KENTVILLE
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU – NSPG
Closing Date: 02-Feb-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
At the Safety Branch of the Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration (LSI), we are responsible
for delivering effective and efficient regulatory management for the protection of the public and
workers’ safety through education, outreach, inspection and enforcement, equipment registration,
permits, and licenses. Our staff of over 115 employees, located throughout Nova Scotia, do this by
using the Pathways to Compliance to enhance compliance through setting, promoting, verifying and
enforcing requirements under various pieces of legislation.
LSI works to provide fairness, safety, and prosperity for all Nova Scotians by helping them live,
learn and work to their highest potential. We have a staff of more than 500 employees working from
offices throughout Nova Scotia. Together we are responsible for safety, labour standards,
apprenticeship, immigration and population growth, and many other facets of everyday life.
If you are searching for a rewarding career, we have an exciting opportunity for you to explore as a
Technical Safety Officer.
About Our Opportunity
The Inspector works independently and is responsible for the enforcement of the Boiler and
Pressure Equipment Regulations, as well as the Power Engineer’s Regulations, in your assigned
territory. This is done through on-site inspection, providing information, advice and technical
direction and interpretation of applicable American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Boiler
and Pressure Vessel Codes and the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Codes and Standards
to owners, operators, employers and employees, contractors, suppliers, consultants, power
engineers, etc.
As the Inspector you will conduct a wide variety of specialized, related technical inspections as well
as investigations of accidents and fatalities and alleged violations under the legislation. The
Inspector conducts qualification testing of pressure welders and brazers, invigilating exams under
the Power Engineers Regulations and ensure compliance with these regulations by issuing orders,
including immediate stop work orders as well as initiating prosecution action.
As the Officer, you will work under the general supervision of the Chief Inspector/ Manager, Boiler &
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Pressure Equipment Section of the Technical Safety Division.
Primary Accountabilities
Conducts reviews of welding procedures, design drawings and specifications for boilers,
pressure vessels and associated fittings to ensure compliance with applicable Codes and
Standards.
Prepare monthly activity and status reports as well as attending meetings and
preparing associated correspondence.
Provide input to the technical development of the relevant ASME and CSA codes and
standards
Conduct reviews of quality control systems of ASME Code shops and CSA B51 Code Shops
involved in the manufacture of ASME and CSA B51 Code stamped boilers and pressure
vessels, to satisfy the requirements set out by ASME and the National Board of Boiler and
Pressure Vessel Inspectors.
Qualifications and Experience
This may be the right opportunity for you if you have completed high school as well as a related
trade or technical training in the area of specialty plus 7 years of related experience after the course
completion; an equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
Relevant trade or technical training includes any of the following:
Certified Engineering Technologist or Technician with a background in the mechanical
engineering field;
Power Engineer, First or Second Class;
Journeyman Boilermaker,
Quality Control/Welding Engineering Technology with experience in pressure welding, pressure
equipment manufacturing, construction, repair or maintenance.
You have knowledge and experience in the use of non-destructive testing equipment and
methodologies and the requirements of applicable ASME Code Sections, interpretation of
mechanical drawings, boiler and pressure vessel design, piping design, welding, refrigeration,
metallurgy, feed water conditioning, instrumentation, fuels and fuels gases as well as combustion
principles, thermodynamics, pumps, turbines, compressors and air conditioning.
You must be able to work in tight confined spaces and heights
You possess the following:
Exceptional communication (written and verbal);
Computer skills including management of electronic files;
Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets such as Microsoft Word and Excel and the
ability to operate customized computer applications;
Interpersonal, relationship building, and public speaking skills; and
Strong problem solving and decision making skills.
Equivalency
Certifications Required
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You passed an examination and hold or are willing to obtain within 1 year of appointment, a
Commission from the National Board of Boiler Pressure Inspectors and shall have been engaged in
ASME boiler and pressure vessel code related work such as inspection or design under the
provisions of the ASME code, or administration of shop inspections services under the ASME Code.
You must also have passed an examination, and hold or obtain within 2 years of appointment, the
Authorized Inspector AI Commission, issued by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel
Inspectors, which verifies the candidate’s ability to ascertain the validity and quality of the
fabrication, welding, non-destructive examination and other quality control requirements of the
ASME Code. You may be required to complete Modules 1 though 13 of the Welding Inspection
Technology Program offered through the Canadian Welding Bureau.
You must have, or be able to obtain and maintain, a security clearance certificate issued through the
Safety and Security Office of Public Works and Government Services Canada (or its equivalent) and
be able to be designated as a Safety Inspector under the Treasury Board of Canada Safety
Standards.
You must have the following:
A valid Class 5 Driver’s License along with access to a reliable vehicle; and
A current certificate in Emergency First Aid (or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of
appointment).
Benefits
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its
employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life
Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family
Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for
government employees.
Working Conditions
Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day
May be required to work overtime on occasion
Travel within your region and throughout the province
Additional Information
This position is currently eligible for a Market Adjustment of 8% bi-weekly (up to $268.27). Eligibility
for a Market Adjustment is reviewed periodically and may be adjusted from time to time.
What We Offer
Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and
ongoing training for every stage of your career
Engaging workplace: our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have
forward-thinking policies and strategies
Countless career paths
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Department specific flexible working schedules
Pay Grade: TE 27
Salary Range: $2,887.20 – $3,353.45 Bi-Weekly + 8% Market Adjustment
Note: The salary rates shown reflect the new Civil Service Agreement, effective April 1, 2025.
Implementation in our HR system will occur on February 5, 2026. Until then, the current rates will
apply. Employees hired during this period will receive retroactive pay adjustments in accordance
with the new agreement and applicable policies.
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.
Accommodation Statement:
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may
request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require
an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at
competitions@novascotia.ca.
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 Competitions@novascotia.ca.
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