Career Opportunities

Nunasi's group of companies create job opportunities for Inuit across Nunavut and outside Nunavut.

Nunasi Corporation has investments in a wide-array of industries including retail, transportation, manufacturing, insurance, travel, education, multimedia, fuel distribution, digital communications, medical boarding facilities, contracting and commercial real estate. With Nunasi, the career choice is yours to make.

Current opportunities within Nunasi's Group of Companies:

Office Assistant
Nunavut Insurance Brokers
Competition No. 2012-026
Iqaluit, NU

Nunavut Insurance Brokers is seeking a full-time permanent Office Assistant to work with the Insurance Advisors in Iqaluit, Nunavut.

The Office Assistant will perform general office and reception functions including answering incoming calls, greeting clients, mail and courier distribution and ordering office supplies.

Under the direction of our Insurance Advisors the Office Assistant will process renewal forms and payments on Auto, Home and Tenant policies.

You will need a minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent. Experience in sales and customer service experience is an asset. Fluency in English and Inuktitut language is an asset.

Candidates should have strong oral communication and interpersonal skills, with keen organization skills and attention to detail.

Nunavut Insurance Brokers provides a great company atmosphere, competitive salary, northern allowance, and tremendous opportunities for advancement.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, stating the competition number and salary expectations to: humanresources@horizoninsurance.ca or mail to Human Resources, 5th Floor, 1661 Portage Avenue, Wpg. MB. R3J 3T7.

We thank all who apply; however, only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

  

Sourcing, Procurement and Logistics Officer
Tim-BR Mart Frobuild (2006) LTD.
Iqaluit, NU

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be part of the Frobuild team. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated professional with very strong procurement and sourcing skills along with excellent communication and customer service. The successful candidate will work closely with all Frobuild external and internal customers and vendors.

As a 100 % Inuit owned business, priority will be given to Beneficiaries of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement.

Duties:

• Sourcing, Purchasing and Logistics for Frobuild

 • Source new vendors

• Edit Lead Times as required

• Monitor all vendor performance and records findings accordingly

• Understand all product lines assigned to purchase, to build the best relationship with the vendors and to ensure all daily commitments to the branches are met including, but not limited to, inventory replenishment and branch requests

• Identify areas for improvement and suggest solutions to meet the customer/branch expectations

• Work with Finance to quickly resolve any A/P to PO variances

• Prepare RFPs and bids, evaluate RFPs and bids, and calculate projected costs and savings

• Evaluate bids and make recommendations

• Able to assess suppliers and the purchasing market in order to more effectually negotiate terms for sourcing contracts

• Assist with contract administration by monitoring and managing supplier delivery and resolving contract compliance issues; recognize and address trends in service delivery or quality of times

• Ensure suppliers are aware of business objectives

• Provide customized reports and information to senior management as requested and to assist with the preparation of annual budget requests

• Manage cyclical inventory counts

• Assist in developing/maintaining logistical shipping plans

• Document vendor non-compliance issues

• Assist in developing Frobuild operational, logistical and sourcing strategy, policies and procedures

• Forecast large customer demand and product levels required in different cyclical time periods

• Keep a constant check on stock levels to maximize business efficiency

• Represent the company in a professional manner at all times ensuring quality customer service

• General branch duties including sales when required

Qualifications:

 The successful candidate will bring the following experience and expertise:

• Minimum grade 12 education will be required, post secondary education in Business Administration would be an asset

• PMAC (Purchasing Management Association of Canada) or SCMP (Supply Chain Management Professional) Designation is an asset

• Prior experience in the lumber, industrial, or warehousing field in a procurement role is an asset

• Strong computer skills, Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent time management skills

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

• Highly organized in prioritizing and multi-tasking

• Ability to read and write French would be an asset

The above information is intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the job. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Interested applicants should submit their resumes to the following:

RANDY GRANT
Frobuild (2006) Ltd.
PO Box 2109, Iqaluit, NU, X0A 0H0
T: (867) 979-6800
F: (867) 979-2052
rgrant@northernindustrialsales.ca

  

If a career in the aviation industry is your calling then make Canadian North your next destination.

Canadian North offers scheduled and charter jet service for passengers and cargo throughout the north. Canadian North provides mainline services to and from Iqaluit, Rankin Inlet and Cambridge Bay in Nunavut; Inuvik, Norman Wells, Hay River and Yellowknife in the NWT; Ottawa, Ontario: and Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta.

Canadian North currently has employment opportunities.

Operations Controller
Calgary, AB ***We are currently recruiting for term position*** Ongoing Recruitment Competition No: OCC12
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Canadian North is also seeking candidates for Flight Attendant training. For more information visit www.canadiannorth.com/careers.

Canadian North Inc. is a subsidiary of NorTerra Inc. a holding and a management company jointly owned by Inuvialuit Development Corporation representing the Inuvialuit of the Western Arctic and Nunasi Corporation representing the Inuit of Nunavut. NorTerra Inc., and its subsidiary companies provide preferential employment and career development programs for its Inuit and Inuvialuit beneficiaries. By submitting your resume you agree that it may be shared amongst NorTerra’s subsidiary companies (Canadian North Inc., Northern Transportation Company Ltd, Weldco-Beales Manufacturing Inc., Braden Burry Expediting Ltd and Northern Industrial Sales Ltd)

 

Nasittuq offers exciting opportunities and believes in the importance of balance in our work and home life. Nasittuq rewards hard work and dedication with career growth, professional training, and development, and a comprehensive benefits package. Join Nasittuq for a unique and rewarding experience!

Nasittuq provides exemplary technical services in the operation and maintenance of Canada’s North Warning System Project. Our highly skilled workforce provides engineering and project management expertise to our customer, the Department of National Defence.

 

Manager
Polar Vision
Yellowknife, NT

Polar Vision is an optical store in Canada’s North. Polar Vision is currently seeking a permanent, full-time manager to oversee all operations in the retail optical store and an active laboratory.

Duties include supervision, recruitment and training, profitability and budgeting, customer service and inventory control.

Candidates should have experience managing a retail optical outlet, understand financial statements and related computer programs, possess current knowledge of optical theory and merchandise, and supervisory experience. Knowledge of MyVision would be an asset.

The successful candidate will be required to travel across the Arctic and must possess a valid Canadian Opticians License.

Polar Vision Centres Ltd. offers a competitive benefits package including northern allowance, vacation travel assistance, group insurance with extended medical and dental, along with a salary that will be commensurate with experience.

Submit your resume with subject ‘Polar Vision Job Application’ to info@nunasi.com or fax it to 867-920-4592.

 

From four locations in Edmonton (AB), Langley (BC), Barrie (ON) and Tacoma (WA), Weldco-Beales Manufacturing designs and manufactures specialized heavy equipment attachments for OEM's dedicated to servicing the construction, resource, forestry, mining, scrap recycling and road maintenance industries.

Weldco-Beales is growing fast to keep pace with customer demands. Our dedicated team is always seeking those looking for a challenge, desiring a rewarding career and driven to making a positive difference.

Weldco-Beales provides employment and career development opportunities for its Inuit and Inuvialuit Beneficiaries. Our teams provide camaraderie and synergy, and are fundamental to both corporate and personal achievement. It’s exciting and satisfying to be an integral part of a successful team. Turn your aspirations into reality and manufacture a career with the WBM team today!