Department: Natural Resources
Location: DEBERT
Type of Employment: Seasonal
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 04-Aug-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

ABOUT US

Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources – including biodiversity, forests, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province’s Crown land. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.
For more information on the department view our website: https://novascotia.ca/natr

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

You will also be responsible for:

• Ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and department policies.
• Actively participating in the implementation of departmental OH&S Policy and Programs.
• Providing visitor information.
• Monitoring park activities for regulation compliance.
• Advising visitors of park regulations and reporting non-compliance to conservation officers.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

This could be the right job for you if you have the following skills and experience:

• Two (2) years of related experience, which can include:
• General carpentry, building and grounds maintenance, general machine maintenance.
• Use of tractors, ride-on mowers, push mowers, string trimmers and hand and power tools.
• Valid NS Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent.
• Valid (Standard) First Aid Certificate and WHMIS training.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and sanitation requirements.
• Customer service training.
• Training, experience in or demonstrated ability for ensuring compliance of Regulations in a public setting; and
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.

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.

• Ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and department policies.
• Actively participating in the implementation of departmental OH&S Policy and Programs.
• Providing visitor information.
• Monitoring park activities for regulation compliance.
• Advising visitors of park regulations and reporting non-compliance to conservation officers