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Marine Surveyor

Halifax, N.S., (CAN.), Hybrid

Position Summary

We have a current vacancy for a Marine Surveyor to join our team supporting Royal Canadian Navy Non-Combatant In-Service Support Programs on Canada's East Coast.
The Marine Surveyor will be responsible for providing project management and technical support to various Royal Canadian Navy Non-Combatant Platforms managed by Thales under its In-Service Support contracts.
In this position, you will work closely with the Thales LCMM, Engineering, and Service Delivery teams to support the planning and execution of ship surveys and inspections. You will be responsible for preparing survey reports, repair specifications, and other technical documentation required to support vessel certification and configuration management. You will also provide technical guidance and support for maintenance, repair, and certification activities, ensuring effective coordination between Royal Canadian Navy stakeholders and Thales teams to maintain vessel operational readiness and compliance.

Regulatory Compliance Requirement

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List and/or the US the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access.

Key Areas of Responsibility

The Marine Surveyor will report to the Engineering Services Manager and support the planning and execution of ship surveys, certification activities, and configuration management initiatives across Royal Canadian Navy Non-Combatant Platforms. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Supporting the planning and execution of Classification Society surveys, certification activities, and related compliance requirements in collaboration with the Thales Certification Officer and Engineering teams.
• Planning and conducting pre-docking surveys, Annual Condition Surveys, and other vessel inspections, while preparing associated survey reports in accordance with DND and Classification Society requirements.
• Supporting the development of docking specifications, work packages, technical proposals, and scopes of work to facilitate maintenance, repair, and certification activities.
• Developing repair plans and technical specifications for hull, mechanical, and equipment repairs, while providing technical support for vessel certification and configuration management requirements.
• Preparing and reviewing technical documentation, baseline configuration records, and engineering work scopes for external suppliers, OEMs, repair facilities, and specialist service providers.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvement within Engineering and Certification Management activities, applying lessons learned from previous surveys and dockings, and providing technical analysis and recommendations for equipment and system issues.

Minimum Qualifications

The candidate must meet each of the following criteria:

• A diploma in a marine-related technical discipline from a recognized technical institute, certification as a technologist or technician through a recognized licensing body, or equivalent qualifications obtained through relevant Canadian Armed Forces marine technical trades.
• A minimum of eight years of professional experience within the marine or offshore sector, including at least five years of experience in vessel surveying, maintenance, repair, or certification activities supporting commercial or military fleets.
• Previous experience as a Marine Surveyor with a Classification Society, the Royal Canadian Navy, or a comparable marine organization supporting vessel inspection and certification activities.
• Demonstrated experience planning, managing, and executing ship dockings, dry dock refits, vessel inspections, and associated maintenance programs.
• Strong knowledge of Classification Society rules and regulations (including Lloyd's Register, ABS, and DNV), as well as familiarity with IACS, IMO, SOLAS, Naval Ship Classification Rules, and Commercial Ship Rules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare technical reports, develop repair specifications, and effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing ship repair, engineering change, and vessel maintenance projects within commercial, government, or military marine environments.
• Experience supporting the design, testing, certification, and maintenance of shipboard lifting appliances, including marine cranes and associated equipment.
• Familiarity with vessel weight and stability management, including weight calculations, lightship surveys, inclining experiments, and stability assessments.
• Knowledge of applicable marine regulatory frameworks and standards, including the International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (Polar Code) and ANEP 77 (Naval Ship Code).
• Previous experience supporting the Royal Canadian Navy, Canadian Coast Guard, or other government maritime organizations, including the delivery of in-service support for operational marine assets.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal; proficiency in French is considered an asset.

Special Position Requirements

• Schedule: 40 hours per week.
• Physical Environment: Hybrid position requiring a mix of work from home and onsite support, including office locations and onboard Royal Canadian Navy vessels at waterfront facilities.
• Travel: Occasional domestic and international travel may be required in support of vessel surveys, inspections, and other program activities
• Work Location: Combination of office-based work and site visits to shipyards, waterfront facilities, and naval vessels as required.
• Transportation: Personal transportation is required to travel between home, office, waterfront, and shipyard locations.

The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between Total Target Cash 92,000 - 122,000 CDN Annual.

This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including - but not limited to - the employee's career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company's annual salary budget, the customer's program requirements, and the company's internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's status protected by local, state, or federal law.

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Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.

Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.

Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.

Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.

Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.