As a member of the military, Intelligence Officers provide military intelligence support in operations, planning and decision-making. Their work has an impact on military and national security, and the political and public relations of the government. The primary responsibilities of Intelligence Officers are to: Recognize and analyze information which is likely to affect military operations, national policies and objectives Command, direct and control an intelligence unit, section or team Operate and manage information technology systems Advise and plan employment of sophisticated intelligence collection and surveillance systems Safeguard highly classified material Work environment Intelligence Officers usually work in an office environment but they can also participate in local, national and international operations, in various climates and conditions. If you chose a career in the Regular Force, upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career. However, if you decide to join the Primary Reserve Force, you will do so through a specific Reserve unit. Outside of training, your chosen Reserve unit will be your workplace on a part-time basis, and you will not be obligated to relocate to a different base. As part of the Primary Reserve Force, you typically work one night per week and some weekends as a minimum with possibilities of full-time employment. Required Qualifications If you already have a university degree, the CAF will decide if your academic program matches the criteria for this job and may place you directly into the required on-the-job training program following basic training. Basic training and military officer qualification training are required before being assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr
As a member of the military, General Surgeons belong to the Medical Specialist occupation in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and provide trauma and general surgical care for CAF members, whether at a Canadian Forces Health Services Clinics/operating theatres or overseas in support of peacekeeping or humanitarian missions. They have the opportunity to be a leader within the CAF Health Services, as well as mentor and educator to other Health Services personnel, including Medical Officers, Nursing Officers, Physician Assistants as well as Medical, Operating Room and Diagnostic Technicians. Their primary responsibilities are to: Provide surgical consultation for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Members in Canada and deployed internationally; Lead a surgical or emergent care team caring for injured and ill patients in Canada and in deployed settings, internationally; Educate and advise multidisciplinary teams on trauma and general surgery care; Maintain a high level of surgical skills, by holding a position within a civilian health care facility; Contribute to the development and application of health care policies within the CAF. Work environment General Surgeons in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) maintain their clinical readiness by being embedded as staff in tertiary care civilian hospitals across Canada, working alongside their civilian colleagues. Part of their time may be spent providing consultative services to support Primary Care Clinicians at Canadian Forces Health Services Clinics in Canada. Participation in education and training tasks, as well as research opportunities, occur nationally and internationally.
They belong to 1 Canadian Field Hospital and maintain their operational readiness by participating in annual military skills training and field exercises. When required, they will be called upon to deploy to unique and challenging clinical environments as part of a Health Services team on domestic and international operations. If you choose a career in the Regular Force, upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career. However, if you decide to join the Primary Reserve Force, you will do so through a specific Reserve unit. Outside of training, your chosen Reserve unit will be your workplace on a part-time basis, and you will not be obligated to relocate to a different base. As part of the Primary Reserve Force, you typically work one night per week and some weekends as a minimum with possibilities of full-time employment. Pay and Benefits A competitive compensation and benefits package is available for this medical specialization. Contact a Health Services Specialist Recruiter to learn more: If you are a member of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and have an unrestricted licence to practise in General Surgery in a Canadian province or territory, you may be eligible for enrolment and to commence basic training. Currently, the Canadian Armed Forces supports clinicians who practice in the following Surgical sub-specialties: Critical Care Medicine Vascular Surgery To find out more information or to apply to the CAF as a General Surgeon you can contact our recruiters at: Please indicate in the subject line of your e-mail: MEDICAL SPECIALIST #J-18808-Ljbffr
Emergency Medicine Specialist (Medical Specialist) OFFICER | Full Time, Part Time As a member of the military, Emergency Medicine Specialists (FRCPC(EM)) are certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and belong to the Medical Specialist occupation in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). This occupation is currently offering a Signing Bonus to applicants joining the Regular Force (Full-Time) who meet certain criteria. Conditions apply. Click here for more information. Emergency Medicine Specialists provide specialized urgent and emergent resuscitative care in both pre-hospital and hospital environments for Canadian Forces Health Services on domestic and international operations. They have the opportunity to be a leader within the CAF Health Services and serve as mentors and educators to the full spectrum of military health care providers. Their primary responsibilities include: Being part of multidisciplinary emergency resuscitation teams in deployed settings, both in Canada and internationally; As a member of specialized Forward Air Evacuation teams, providing in-transport care for injured or ill CAF members during evacuation; Educating and mentoring other providers in emergency medicine and advising on best practices in resuscitation care; Maintaining a high level of clinical skills by holding a position within a civilian health care facility that meets approved CAF requirements; Contributing to the development and application of health care policies within the CAF. Work Environment Emergency Medicine Specialists in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) maintain their clinical readiness by being embedded as clinical staff in larger academic civilian hospitals across Canada, working alongside their civilian colleagues. In addition to primary clinical duties, participation in education and research is encouraged. They belong to 1 Canadian Field Hospital and maintain their operational readiness by participating in annual military skills training and field exercises. When required, they will be called upon to deploy to unique and challenging clinical environments as part of a Health Services team on domestic and international operations. Pay and Benefits A competitive compensation and benefits package is available for this medical specialization. Contact a Health Services Specialist Recruiter to learn more: Training After enrolment, you will begin 6 weeks of Basic Military Officer Qualification training (BMOQ) at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec. Topics covered include general military knowledge, the principles of leadership, regulations and customs of the Forces, basic weapons handling, field training, navigation, and first aid. A rigorous physical fitness program is also a vital part of basic training. Opportunities will be provided to participate in training exercises and lead small group tasks to apply your newly acquired military skills. Basic officer training is provided in English or French and successful completion is a prerequisite for further training. Emergency Medicine Specialists may be eligible to apply for the opportunity to further specialize their medical practice and, when applicable, can receive subsidized educational opportunities in exchange for additional years of service. Supported training will normally consist of a fellowship program at a Canadian University but may include other post-graduate degrees and/or courses determined to be complementary to military practice. These might include pre-hospital care, disaster medicine, simulation in education, or toxicology. As they progress in their career, Emergency Medicine Specialists who demonstrate the required qualifications, ability, and potential may be offered advanced training in the following areas: Dive and Hyperbaric Medicine; Mobile Surgical Resuscitation Team training; Nuclear, Chemical and Biologic Threats and Response; Forward Acute Care Resuscitation Team training. If you are certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Emergency Medicine and have an unrestricted licence to practise in Emergency Medicine in a Canadian province or territory, you may be eligible for enrolment and to commence basic training. To find out more information or to apply to the CAF as an Emergency Medicine Specialist you can contact our recruiters at: Please indicate in the subject line of your e-mail: MEDICAL SPECIALIST. Part Time Options The role of the Canadian Forces Health Services Reserves is to provide trained personnel to support, augment, and sustain Canadian Forces Health Services organizations for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) operations and training activities while building and maintaining links between the CAF and the local community. As a health care professional in the Health Services Reserves, you must have an unrestricted licence to practice in your clinical field (including certification in your specific specialty) and maintain clinical currency within your civilian workplace. A position may be available for part-time employment with the Primary Reserve at certain locations across Canada. Members of the Primary Reserve are paid during their training. They are not required to move; however, they can volunteer to move close to another unit. They may also volunteer for teaching, training, and/or deployment on a military mission within or outside Canada. Reserve Force members are trained to the same level as their Regular Force counterparts. All members complete Basic Military Officer Qualification Training (BMOQ) at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec. Topics covered include general military knowledge, the principles of leadership, regulations and customs of the Forces, basic weapons handling, field training, navigation, and first aid. This training varies in length and is usually available in two-week sessions or on weekends. You must also complete basic occupational training (Basic Medical Officer Course, BMOC), which teaches you how to employ your clinical skill/profession within the military environment. This training incorporates both online and on-site training over six weeks and is usually available twice per year, in one-, two-, or three-week sessions held at the Canadian Forces Health Services Training Centre (CFHSTC), in Borden, Ontario. Medical Specialists in the Primary Reserve maintain their civilian positions in tertiary care hospitals across Canada. They belong to 1 Canadian Field Hospital Detachment Ottawa and stay operationally ready by participating in required military skills training and field exercises. Primary Reserve Medical Specialists will be able to contribute to the development and delivery of clinical teaching and training tasks delivered across Canada, as well as volunteer to deploy to unique and challenging clinical environments as part of a Health Services team on domestic and international operations. In some cases, they may be able to provide medical care in a Canadian military health care clinic or operating theatre. Reserve Force members are paid 92.8% of Regular Force rates of pay, have the opportunity to receive a reasonable benefits package, and may qualify to contribute to a pension plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Opportunity Are you searching for a truly unique engineering challenge? Weapons Engineering Technicians for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) get to put their skills to the test with high-tech equipment like satellite dishes, radar systems and Naval armaments. Pay & Benefits The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These include: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304/month for direct entry recruit in the Regular Force. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview Weapons Engineering Technicians are responsible for the corrective and planned maintenance activities onboard a ship for weapons, communications, radar and marine navigation systems. The primary responsibilities of Weapons Engineering Technicians include: Monitor and evaluate the performance of electronic equipment Operate electronic diagnosis systems, specialized tools and test equipment Perform diagnostic analysis on components and systems to identify faults Repair faulty electronic equipment to restore system function Compile test logs, evaluation reports, equipment maintenance documentation and read and interpret electronic drawings You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website. To be eligible for a position with the Canadian Armed Forces, you must: Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Canada; Be at least 18 years old (17 years old with parental consent), except: For the Paid Education programs, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent); For the Primary Reserve, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) and must be enrolled as a full-time student; Have completed at least Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education). Direct Entry Plan Ideal candidates will already have a diploma or Red Seal for a related civilian trade. If you already have a university or college diploma, the CAF will decide if your academic program matches the criteria for this job and may optimize your progression following basic training. Basic training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Weapons Engineering Technician, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
Opportunity Are you a tech enthusiast who also loves the outdoors? As a Signal Technician, you’ll specialize in managing communications systems for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in various environments in Canada and around the world. No previous work experience or career-related skills are required. Pay & Benefits The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These include: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304/month for direct entry recruit in the Regular Force. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview A Signal Technicians perform corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, diagnosis, modifications, installations, configurations, inspections and administration for: Wired and Wireless Communications Systems Radio, Satellite and Microwave Broadband Technology Radar Location and Detection Technology Fibre Optic and Copper Wire Broadband Technology Voice and Data Network Defence, Configuration and Administration You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website. To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must: Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Canada; Be at least 18 years old (17 years old with parental consent), except: For the paid education programs, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent); For the Primary Reserve, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) and must be enrolled as a full-time student; Have completed at least Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education) Direct Entry Plan No previous work experience or career-related skills are required. CAF recruiters can help you decide if your personal interests and attributes match the criteria for this occupation. The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec, including: Grade 10 Academic Math (Mathématiques 426 or CST 4) Grade 10 Academic Science Foreign education may be accepted. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Signal Technician, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
Opportunity Are you searching for a truly unique engineering challenge? Weapons Engineering Technicians for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) get to put their skills to the test with high-tech equipment like satellite dishes, radar systems and Naval armaments. Pay & Benefits The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These include: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304/month for direct entry recruit in the Regular Force. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview Weapons Engineering Technicians are responsible for the corrective and planned maintenance activities onboard a ship for weapons, communications, radar and marine navigation systems. The primary responsibilities of Weapons Engineering Technicians include: Monitor and evaluate the performance of electronic equipment Operate electronic diagnosis systems, specialized tools and test equipment Perform diagnostic analysis on components and systems to identify faults Repair faulty electronic equipment to restore system function Compile test logs, evaluation reports, equipment maintenance documentation and read and interpret electronic drawings You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website. To be eligible for a position with the Canadian Armed Forces, you must: Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Canada; Be at least 18 years old (17 years old with parental consent), except: For the Paid Education programs, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent); For the Primary Reserve, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) and must be enrolled as a full-time student; Have completed at least Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education). Direct Entry Plan Ideal candidates will already have a diploma or Red Seal for a related civilian trade. If you already have a university or college diploma, the CAF will decide if your academic program matches the criteria for this job and may optimize your progression following basic training. Basic training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Weapons Engineering Technician, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
Opportunity Do you want to hold all the power in your hands and ensure that the current never stops flowing? As an Electrical Generation Systems Technician with the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), it is your job to know everything about the machinery you work with and be able to convert mechanical power into electrical voltage, no matter where you are. Pay & Benefits The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These include: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304/month for direct entry recruit in the Regular Force. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview The primary responsibilities of the Electrical Generation Systems Technicians are to: Install, operate, maintain and repair mobile electrical generators, power plant electrical generators and engine prime movers associated with equipment driven by Construction Engineers Install, operate, maintain and repair Static Uninterruptable Power Systems and Rotary Uninterruptable Power Systems Overhaul electrical generation systems and equipment Produce mechanical and electrical drawings Perform brazing/welding and machining work You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website. To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must: Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Canada; Be at least 18 years old (17 years old with parental consent), except: For the paid education programs, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent); For the Primary Reserve, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) and must be enrolled as a full-time student; Have completed at least Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education). Required Education The minimum required education to apply for this occupation is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec including Grade 10 applied math or math 416 / CST 4 in Quebec. Foreign education may be accepted. Direct Entry Plan If you already have a university or college diploma, the CAF will decide if your academic program matches the criteria for this job and may place you directly into the necessary on-the-job training program following basic training. Basic training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming an Electrical Generation Systems Technician, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
Opportunity Are you passionate about communications technologies and thrilled by the idea of intercepting messages? As a Signals Intelligence Specialist in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), you’ll become a go-to expert in communications. Service and Benefits for the Military The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These including: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304/month. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Childcare, counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview
Signals Intelligence Specialists primary responsibilities include the following: Collecting, processing, analyzing and reporting on electromagnetic activity on radio frequencies using highly sophisticated equipment Managing and protecting computer networks Securing information technology Using and maintaining classified publications You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the jobs.gc.ca website. To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must: Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Canada Be at least 18 years old (17 years old with parental consent), except: For the paid education programs, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) For the Primary Reserve, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) and must be enrolled as a full-time student Have completed at least Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education) Required Education The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec, including: Grade 10 Applied Math (Math 416 or CST 4)Foreign education may be accepted. Direct Entry Plan No previous work experience or career-related skills are required. A recruiter can help you decide if your interests and attributes fit. If you already have a university or college diploma, the CAF will decide if your academic program matches the criteria for this job and may place you directly into the necessary on-the-job training program following Basic Training. Basic Training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Signals Intelligence Specialist, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
Opportunity Are you driven by seeing the big picture? Do you thrive in a dynamic workplace with opportunities to travel? Material Management Technicians in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) ensure that all the supplies and services necessary for CAF operations are available when and where they are required. Pay & Benefits The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These include: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304/month for direct entry recruit in the Regular Force. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview As a Material Management Technician, your primary duties include: Manage the purchasing, warehousing, shipping, receiving, stock control and disposal of obsolete stock and equipment Operate military vehicles weighing up to 10 tons and materials-handling equipment such as forklifts Order material from internal and external sources and purchase supplies Deliver supplies and provide services to operational units Perform recordkeeping, stocktaking and inventory control Maintain accounting and financial records You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website. To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must: Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Canada Be at least 18 years old (17 years old with parental consent), except: For the paid education programs, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) For the Primary Reserve, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) and must be enrolled as a full-time student Have completed at least Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education) Required Education The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec. Foreign education may be accepted. Direct Entry Plan No previous work experience or career related skills are required. CAF recruiters can help you decide if your personal interests and attributes match the criteria for this occupation. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Material Management Technician, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
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Are you interested in a dynamic role that brings you both in the office and out in the field? Do you want a career where you can travel the world? As a member of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), Traffic Technicians plan, execute and manage the movement of all CAF equipment and personnel. Pay & Benefits The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These include: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304/month for direct entry recruit in the Regular Force. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview
The primary responsibilities of Traffic Technicians are: Prepare, process, record and account for all transportation documents and forms relating to cargo/equipment and personnel movements Plan, administer, execute and manage the loading and offloading of cargo/equipment, personnel and baggage from military and commercial road, rail, air and maritime transport vehicles Dangerous cargo processing Operate military vehicles and materiel handling equipment, and You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website. To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must: Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Canada; Be at least 18 years old (17 years old with parental consent), except: For the paid education programs, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent); For the Primary Reserve, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) and must be enrolled as a full-time student; Have completed at least Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education). Required EducationThe minimum required education to apply for this job is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary 4 in Quebec.
Foreign education may be accepted. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Traffic Technician, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
