National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2011

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National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2011
Introduction

0 - Management occupations

01-05 - Specialized middle management occupations

013 - Managers in communication (except broadcasting)

0131 - Telecommunication carriers managers

This unit group includes managers who plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of a telecommunications establishment, department or facility. They are employed by wired, wireless, satellite and other telecommunications carriers.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • facilities manager, telecommunications
    • installation manager, telecommunications
    • manager, telecommunications services
    • microwave facilities manager - telecommunications
    • network installation manager - telecommunications
    • network operations manager - telecommunications
    • network services manager - telecommunications
    • operations and transmission services manager - telecommunications
    • regional manager - telecommunications system
    • switching systems director - telecommunications
    • telecommunications manager
    • telephone company district manager

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Broadcasting managers (See 0512 Managers - publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts)
    • Senior managers - financial, communications and other business services (0013)

  • Main duties

    Telecommunication carriers managers perform some or all of the following duties:

    • Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of a telecommunications establishment, department or facility
    • Consult with senior managers to establish policies concerned with the development, operation and maintenance of telecommunications services
    • Direct and control telecommunications traffic volume and flow within assigned areas, through subordinate supervisors and technical staff
    • Analyze and evaluate telecommunications installation, operation and maintenance services and make recommendations for improvement
    • Ensure compliance with telecommunications regulations and directives of government regulatory agencies
    • Liaise with representatives of related or connecting companies to resolve joint telecommunications problems and ensure efficient telecommunications system operations
    • Recruit personnel and oversee their training.

  • Employment requirements

    • A university degree in science, electrical engineering or a related field is usually required.
    • Several years of experience in a related technical profession, including supervisory experience, are usually required.

  • Additional information

    • Progression to senior management positions in telecommunications is possible with experience.
0132 - Postal and courier services managers

Postal and courier services managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities and operations in postal facilities and in establishments that provide courier services. They are employed by Canada Post Corporation and by courier companies.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • mail processing plant manager
    • manager, collection and delivery operations - postal service
    • manager, mail operations
    • messenger service manager
    • parcel processing plant manager
    • post office manager
    • postal station superintendent
    • production control manager - postal service

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Postmasters (See 1214 Supervisors, mail and message distribution occupations)

  • Main duties

    Postal and courier services managers perform some or all of the following duties:

    • Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities and operations of postal facilities and courier service companies, or of operational divisions within Canada Post and courier service companies
    • Co-ordinate the duties of supervisors and other staff
    • Manage the accurate and expedient movement of mail and parcels through postal and parcel sorting facilities
    • Review effectiveness of assigned operations and implement changes to postal and courier operations
    • Prepare and submit budget estimates and administer the expenditures of postal and courier facilities
    • Interview, hire and provide training for staff.

  • Employment requirements

    • A university degree or college diploma is usually required.
    • Several years of supervisory or operational experience within a postal or courier facility are usually required.
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