With the end of the year around the corner, those looking for a career shift or a fresh start in the new year will find a variety of openings in Ontario’s job market. From customer service and administration roles to cooking, as well as long-term positions in tech and healthcare, there are plenty of opportunities to explore.
Here is who’s hiring this week:
Shift Engineer
In this role, candidates will be responsible for operating, maintaining and repairing mechanical systems such as high-pressure steam boilers, refrigeration systems, water treatment systems and more.
Organization: Correctional Service Canada Location: Kingston (Ontario) Job Term: Permanent, temporary (term) and casual positions available Salary: $41.17 to $43.25 per hour, plus Inmate Training Differential allowance and Correctional Services Special Duty Allowance Vacancies: 1 (varies depending on staffing needs) Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Canada, including Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad Application Closing Date: Dec. 31, 2024
Senior Cyber Security Analyst
Candidates will play a key role in protecting the networks and systems of the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions Canada, ensuring the safety of the organization’s data and infrastructure.
Organization: Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions Canada – Cyber Security Location: Toronto, Vancouver and Montréal Island Job Term: Permanent Salary: $103,100 to $132,600 Vacancies: 1 Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Canada, including Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad Application Closing Date: Dec. 27, 2024
Cook/Chef
In this role, candidates will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals and managing kitchen operations on board the Canadian Coast Guard ships. The position involves working irregular schedules, with periods of 14 to 42 days at sea, followed by equivalent time off with pay.
Organization: Canadian Coast Guard Location: Various locations in Ontario and Québec Job Term: Term (Relief) Opportunities Salary: $33.18 to $35.36 per hour, excluding overtime Vacancies: Multiple positions available Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Canada, including Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad Application Closing Date: Dec. 27, 2024
Employment Opportunities at SSC – Inventory
In this role, candidates will be placed into an inventory for future vacancies across various roles, including CR-05 and AS-01 positions. Successful applicants may be contacted for further assessments as positions become available.
Organization: Shared Services Canada Location: Various Locations (Ontario, Québec and across Canada) Job Term: Term, Indeterminate, Assignment, Secondment, Deployment, Acting Salary: Unspecified Vacancies: Number to be determined Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Canada, including Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad Application Closing Date: Dec. 31, 2024
Resume Inventory for Persons Living with Disabilities
By applying to this inventory, candidates are considered for various positions within the Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC). You will not be applying for one specific job, but many. When positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications will be contacted for further assessment.
Organization: Public Prosecution Service of Canada Location: Various locations across Canada Job Term: Term, Indeterminate, Assignment, Secondment, and Deployment Salary: Salary will depend on the position Vacancies: Number to be determined Who Can Apply: Persons with disabilities residing in Canada and persons with disabilities who are Canadian citizens or Permanent residents abroad Application Closing Date: Dec. 31, 2024
National Skilled Trades Portal
By applying to this inventory, candidates will be considered for various skilled trades positions within Parks Canada. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications will be contacted for further assessment.
Organization: Parks Canada Location: Various locations across Canada Job Term: Term, Indeterminate, Assignment, Secondment, Deployment, Acting Salary: Depending on the position, the salary varies from $59,291 to $99,200 per year, or $28.82 to $42.51 per hour Vacancies: Number to be determined Who Can Apply: All persons who have legal status to work in Canada Application Closing Date: Mar. 31, 2025
Nurse Practitioner
Join the team providing essential healthcare services to remote and/or isolated First Nations communities.
Organization: Indigenous Services Canada Location: Remote and/or Isolated Communities in Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta, and Quebec Job Term: Term, Indeterminate, Assignment, Secondment, Deployment Salary: Base annual salary of $84,187 to $98,114, plus applicable allowances Vacancies: Number to be determined Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Canada, Canadian citizens residing abroad and Permanent Residents of Canada Application Closing Date: Dec. 31, 2024
Occupational Health Medical Manager – Inventory
Join the Health Canada team as an Occupational Health Medical Manager in a diverse and impactful role that supports public health and safety.
Organization: Health Canada Location: Kingston, Ottawa and Toronto Job Term: Permanent, term, secondment, assignment, or acting positions available Salary: $88,197 to $103,995 per year Vacancies: Number to be determined Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Canada, Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad Application Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Registry Officer
As part of your duties, you will be responsible for litigation processing, providing court services, and offering procedural advice to both the public and internal stakeholders, including lawyers, litigants and judiciary members.
Organization: Courts Administration Service Location: Hamilton, Ottawa, Toronto Salary: $73,798 to $79,511 Vacancies: Number to be determined Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad Application Closing Date: April 1, 2025
Border Services Officer Trainee – Developmental Program
Position Location: Various Locations (across Canada) Salary: $78,769 to $87,708 Vacancies: Number to be determined Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Canada, Canadian citizens, and Permanent residents abroad.
Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first. Closing Date: June 27, 2025
Dental Assistant – Inventory
Organization: National Defence – Military Personnel Command – Canadian Forces Health Services Group Location: Various locations across Canada including Kingston, North Bay, Ottawa, Petawawa and Toronto Salary: $35.65 to $38.72 per hour Vacancies: Number to be determined Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad Closing Date: 9 July 2025
Postdoctoral Researcher – Inventory
Organization: Natural Resources Canada, in collaboration with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Health Canada & Public Health Agency of Canada Location: Various locations across Canada Salary Range: $66,925 to $145,166 per year Vacancies: Number to be determined Who Can Apply: Canadians and non-Canadians may apply. Preference will be given to veterans, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Environmental Public Health Officer – Inventory
Organization: Indigenous Services Canada – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch Location: Brantford, Ottawa, Sioux Lookout, Sudbury, Thunder Bay, Toronto (Ontario) Salary Range: $86,801 to $109,119 per year Vacancies: Number to be determined Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad Closing Date: Dec. 11, 2026
Student – Assistant Victim Services Aide
The Ontario Public Service is offering summer employment opportunities for students passionate about making a difference. This role involves supporting victims and witnesses of crime, assisting with court processes, and providing administrative support to program staff.
Organization: Various Ministries Location: Brantford, Brockville, North Bay, Toronto Job Term: Temporary (4 positions of varying contract length over the summer) Salary: $17.20 per hour Vacancies: 4 Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Ontario Application Closing Date: Jan. 28, 2025
Student – Customer Service Clerk
This role involves supporting staff in handling inquiries, providing administrative and clerical assistance, and performing reception duties. Tasks include processing payments, maintaining filing systems and preparing documents in a dynamic environment.
Organization: Various Ministries Location: Multiple locations across Ontario (e.g., Alexandria, Aurora, Barrie, Brampton, London, Mississauga, Toronto, Windsor) Job Term: Temporary (156 positions of varying contract length over the summer) Salary: $17.20 – $18.05 per hour Vacancies: 156 Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Ontario Application Closing Date: Jan. 18, 2025
Student – Human Resources Assistant Positions
Gain hands-on experience in human resources as part of the Summer Employment Opportunities program. Support HR functions, diversity initiatives, and workforce planning while building essential skills and networks for your career.
Location: Kingston, London, North York, Orillia, Oshawa, Peterborough, Sudbury, Toronto Job Term: 61 temporary positions of varying contract lengths over the summer Salary: $17.20 – $18.05 per hour Vacancies: 61 Application Deadline: Jan. 28, 2025
Student – Marketing and Communications Assistant
Join the Ontario Public Service as a Marketing and Communications Assistant this summer to gain valuable experience in creative and strategic roles. Build your resume while contributing to impactful projects across Ontario ministries.
Location: Downsview, Guelph, Kingston, London, Milton, Mississauga, North York, Peterborough, Rockwood (4-H Ontario), Toronto Job Term: 59 temporary positions of varying contract lengths over the summer Salary: $17.20 – $18.05 per hour Vacancies: 59 Application Deadline: Jan. 21, 2025