Federal Bridge Corporation Limited

The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited

FBCL owns and manages some of the most important and strategic fixed-link crossings in Canada. Each year, over 148 million vehicles and more than $67 billion worth of merchandise transit FBCL’s structures, making them among the busiest in North America. These structures play a vital role in connecting Canadians’ transportation and economic network with the world.

Notice of Vacancy

The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited (FBCL) is a federal Crown Corporation located in Ottawa. The FBCL is seeking an HR generalist for the position of Human Resources Advisor. The HR Advisor administers and acts as champion for a variety of human resource programs and is the primary point of contact for managers and employees seeking information related to all HR programs. The incumbent will also research and write human resources policies, and coordinate/provide training as required.

Interested candidates should possess a solid understanding of a wide variety of human resources functions including recruitment, compensation, pensions and benefits and training and development.

Qualifications required:

•   Demonstrated experience in a generalist HR role;
•   Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Labour Relations or Industrial Relations or an equivalent blend of training and experience;
•   Fluently bilingual (French and English), both spoken and written.

Personal Attributes:

•   A team player who can also work independently;
•   A strong client service orientation and business focus;
•   Excellent communications skills.

Assets:

•   CRHA, CRIA, CHRP or other professional designation in Human Resources;
•   Experience in the federal public sector.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter no later than March 19, 2010 to:

The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited
Suite 1210, 55 Metcalfe St.
Ottawa, Ontario
K1P 6L5

Attn: Human Resources

FBCL thanks all candidates, however, only those of interest will be contacted.

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Notice Of Vacancy

Director, Strategic Planning & Policy

(Please mail your application to M. Robin Rensby, Senior Director, Human resources by March 12, 2010)

Requirements:
Education:
A university degree from a recognized university in a field related to the position or equivalent experience.
Extensive experience in:
•    Managing a broad range of strategic planning activities, such as performance measurement and risk management;
•    Managing projects, including managing consultants ;
•    Developing and preparing strategies, reports and other documents on cross-sectoral issues, including supporting information for Cabinet documents;
•    Providing written and verbal briefings, advice and recommendations to senior management ;
•    Collaborating with staff in a multi-disciplinary professional environment;
•    Representing an organization and working with central agencies and departmental staff.

Critical Skills and Competencies
•    In-depth understanding of the machinery and decision making process within the Government of Canada;
•    In-depth knowledge and understanding of corporate reporting processes, performance measurement and conducting environmental scans;
•    Knowledge and ability to develop and implement an enterprise risk management framework;
•    Excellent inter-personal skills and a high level of communications skills, both orally and in writing;
•    Ability to think strategically combined with excellent planning skills, financial literacy, the ability to identify and analyze problems, formulate solutions and make/recommend a decision;
•    Proven strategic thinking and excellent planning skills;
•    Superior negotiation skills;
•    Fluent in both English and French, both oral and written.

The selection process will include interviews and a written test.

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Notice Of Vacancy

NOTICE is hereby given that The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited (FBCL) is seeking qualified candidates to fill a position of director that is currently vacant on the board of directors of one of its wholly-owned subsidiary, namely

THE JACQUES CARTIER AND CHAMPLAIN BRIDGES INCORPORATED (JCCBI)

and to establish an eligibility list for the purpose of assisting it in filling any future vacancies on that board.

Any interested person must submit his or her expression of interest in writing together with his or her curriculum vitae to Mr. Jacques E. Pigeon, Q.C., Vice President, Legal Affairs and Corporate Secretary of The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited, at 1210-55 Metcalfe Street Ottawa, ON, K1P 6L5, no later than 5:00 p.m., on Monday, January 11, 2010. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

A selection committee composed of the members designated by the Chairperson of FBCL will review the applications and interview the best-qualified candidates. The selection committee will make its recommendation to the FBCL Board of Directors, who will make the final decision.

Further information on the parent Corporation, FBCL, and its activities can be found on its Web site at www.federalbridge.ca.

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Annual Public Meeting

The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited will be holding its next annual public meeting in 2010. Details will be posted on the Web site in the next few months.

For more information Please contact Robert Lafontaine, Corporate Secretary, at (613) 990-8484.

North Channel Bridge Replacement

The North Channel Bridge Replacement Project in Cornwall, Ontario, generally consists in the construction of a new low-level bridge, the construction of a new canal bridge, the removal of the existing high-level bridge structure between Cornwall and Cornwall Island, and the re-construction of the approach roadways.

Bi-National Study

US/Canada International Bridge Feasibility Study

Seaway International Bridge

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Environment policy

The Corporation develops, maintains, implements and documents procedures and programs to minimise the impact of the Corporation's operations on the natural environment.

2008-2009 Annual Report

The annual report contains the financial statements of the Corporation, which have been audited by the Auditor General of Canada. In the interests of economy, this Report also incorporates the Annual Reports of our subsidiary organizations, The Seaway International Bridge Corporation, Ltd., The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated, and the St. Mary’s River Bridge Company. read more...