Deputy Program Manager

Location: Caribou, NS
Department: Engineering
Reports To: VP Engineering

We are seeking a highly organized and technically capable Deputy Program Manager to support engineering program execution and project governance across our marine operations. This role plays a key part in ensuring consistent project and quality management practices while supporting capital programs, vessel and terminal maintenance initiatives, and regulatory coordination.

Working closely with the VP Engineering and cross-functional teams, the Deputy Program Manager will help drive project oversight, engineering administration, and continuous improvement in maintenance and quality systems across the organization.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work on marine vessels, terminals, and capital projects across Atlantic Canada while contributing to the long-term reliability and performance of critical transportation infrastructure.

• Support the implementation of standardized project management and quality management practices across the organization.
• Assist in project tracking, reporting, and coordination for engineering initiatives.
• Administer internal programs including E1, E2, and Charter Offsets
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• Support monitoring and reporting on engineering budgets and capital programs
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• Maintain and administer long-range maintenance plans for vessels and terminals.
• Coordinate engineering engagement with Transport Canada for capital projects and regulatory requirements.
• Manage individual engineering or capital projects as assigned.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of engineering policies, procedures, and governance frameworks
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• Support improvements to maintenance management systems and tools
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• Manage and maintain engineering content on SharePoint and Compass intranet platforms
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• Oversee engineering documentation quality management for vessels and terminals.
• Administer major project contracts and terms & conditions
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• Assist with coordination of major repairs and maintenance activities
  , including contractor engagement.
• Manage engineering department administration, task lists, and meeting coordination
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• Monitor and support adherence to the organization’s Asset Modification policies and procedures
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• Engineering degree or equivalent education and experience in marine engineering, project management, or quality management
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• Experience supporting or managing technical or engineering projects
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• Project Management certification (PMP) or quality management certification considered an asset.
• Experience with in the marine or maritime industry strongly preferred.
• Experience with quality systems or ISO certification frameworks considered an asset.
• Leadership experience within marine operations or Transport Canada regulatory environments is an asset.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools including SharePoint, Excel, Word, and Teams.

• Primarily an office-based role in Digby or Halifax or Caribou NS, Charlottetown or Wood Islands PE, or Saint John NB
  , with regular travel to vessels, docks, and terminal facilities throughout Atlantic Canada.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and passport
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• Occasional evening, weekend, and overnight travel may be required.
• Must be able to access all areas of vessels and terminals
  , including climbing ladders and entering confined spaces where appropriate.

• Work on major marine infrastructure and vessel programs across Atlantic Canada.
• Collaborate with experienced marine engineering and operations professionals.
• Opportunity to contribute to large capital projects and fleet maintenance planning
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• Competitive compensation and benefits package. Final date to receive applications:
  July 19, 2026