This employment opportunity is open to all applicants.

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates in 2021. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations. As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement.

Reporting to the Director, Support Services at Iqaluit Health Services (IHS), the purpose of this specialized position is to function as a primary contact for Biomedical Engineering Services at IHS, located within the Qikiqtani General Hospital (QGH) for all clinical and support services departments and community health centers. The Supervisor oversees the day-to-day operations of the biomedical engineering department and participates in setting up annual goals and objectives related to supporting the growth and development of services in response to the equipment support needs of the organization.

This position will provide leadership in planning for medical device capital expenditures and enable broader procurement of these devices to ensure that facilities realize efficiencies in terms of medical equipment, reinvestment of potential savings, and increase quality and infection control services, which will lead to improved client, patient, and resident outcomes. This position is also accountable for ensuring specialized biomedical patient care equipment is maintained in a safe and optimal condition which has direct impact on the safety and comfort of client, patient, resident, families and the communities in Nunavut. Other duties of the position include developing and implementing biomedical engineering standardized policies and procedures; planning, implementing, and overseeing the biomedical budget as well as assisting, supporting and coaching staff with proper inspecting and or repair procedures and ensuring quick and effective return to operation status for all biomedical devices.

The knowledge, skills, and experience required for this position are usually obtained through a minimum completion of a three (3) year Diploma in Biomedical Engineering technology program or equivalent that is accredited by Canadian Technology Accreditation Board (STAB) along with three (3) years of work experience as a biomedical engineering technologist or equivalent in a hospital setting as well as one (1) year supervisory experience in a Biomedical department in a hospital setting. The successful applicant must be certified by the Regional/Provincial Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologist as CET along with CBET certification by ICC (International Certification Commission) or complete CBET within two (2) years of start date. A University Degree in Biomedical Engineering as well as membership in Canadian Medical and Biological Engineering Society will be considered as assets along with previous experience in customer service environment. OEM service training on medical equipment such as ventilators, patient monitors or ECG machines is also considered as an asset. This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

If you are interested in applying for this job, please email your cover letter and resume to gnhr@gov.nu.ca. Please include the REFERENCE # in the subject line of your email.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce, therefore priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.