Marine Surveyor - West Coast

Location: Victoria

Location:

Victoria - 905 Ellery, Canada
Position Summary  We have a current vacancy to join our team supporting Royal Canadian Navy Non‑Combatant In‑Service Support Programs on Canada’s East Coast. The role is 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 LCMM, Engineering, and Service Delivery teams to support the planning and execution of ship surveys and inspections, preparing survey reports, repair specifications, and other technical documentation required to support vessel certification and configuration management.

The incumbent 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 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 the potential to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.
Key Areas of Responsibility   Support the planning and execution of Classification Society surveys, certification activities, and related compliance requirements in collaboration with the Thales Certification Officer and Engineering teams.
Plan and conduct pre‑docking surveys, Annual Condition Surveys, and other vessel inspections, preparing associated survey reports in accordance with DND and Classification Society requirements.
Support the development of docking specifications, work packages, technical proposals, and scopes of work to facilitate maintenance, repair, and certification activities.
Develop repair plans and technical specifications for hull, mechanical, and equipment repairs, and provide technical support for vessel certification and configuration management requirements.
Prepare and review technical documentation, baseline configuration records, and engineering work scopes for external suppliers, OEMs, repair facilities, and specialist service providers.
Identify 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   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.
At least 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 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), and 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   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…