Diver - Canada

Brief Description

This position/project is set to start in June 2026. Applicants must be a Canadian citizen to be considered. The Salvage Diver is responsible for carrying out dive operations as per instructions of the Dive Supervisor/Salvage Master to support wreck removal and emergency response works. The Salvage Diver is a project‑based position and requires domestic and international travel to project sites.

• Underwater inspection to ascertain, quantify, document and report the condition of the vessel or marine structure.
• Carry out underwater cutting, drilling, burning and welding operations.
• Fabrication of patches and installation of patches.
• Carry out blow‑down operations to restore buoyancy.
• Underwater fuel removal using hot tap or other mechanism.
• Water jetting to remove mud.
• Black water diving.
• Able to handle heavy rigging and install shackles, chains, slings underwater.
• Ability to carry out penetration dives.
• Carry out standby duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Dive School Diploma.
• Current ADCI/IMCA recognized certification; DCBC preferred.
• Valid dive physical within 12 months.
• First Aid, CPR with O₂ provider or emergency oxygen certification.
• Experience in commercial diving and the salvage industry.
• HAZWOPER 40‑hour with 8‑hour annual refresher.
• Driver’s license.
• Passport; global mobility strongly preferred and in most cases required.
• Active TWIC or ability to obtain (USA employees).
• Good working knowledge of all dive gear and equipment, including that related to the dive station for set‑up, maintaining and breaking down.
• Familiarity and ability to operate all underwater hydraulic and pneumatic tools.
• Intermediate level underwater burning/venting, hot tapping/fuel removal in zero visibility and with high currents.
• Knowledge of all aspects of diving and salvage operations.
• Intermediate knowledge of rigging; ability to handle and install heavy rigging underwater (e.g., shackles, chains, slings).
• Intermediate supervisory, leadership, communication skills.
• Proficient in all aspects of commercial diving; able to run deck operations with ease.
• Good knowledge of all dive administrative aspects.
• All prospective employees must submit to drug test and background check (USA employees).

• OSHA 10‑hour.
• Dive Medical Technician Certificate.
• Mixed Gas Diver Certification.
• Topside welding and fabrication.
• Rigging and crane operations.
• Equipment operator including forklift.
• Mechanic background in diesel, hydraulics, pumps, etc.
• Underwater burning experience from topside scrapping operations.
• Demolition – explosive installation.
• BOSIET.
• Small boat operator.
• Hazard communication.
• Confined space entry.
• NDT certification.
• MMC with STCW training.
• Diamond wire cutting; demolition experience preferred.

• Sit or stand; climb stairs/ladders or balance.
• See; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Taste/Smell; use hands/fingers to handle or feel.
• Talk/hear.
• Carry weight, lift 50 lbs.
• Exposure to work; working inside and outside vessels, above water and underwater.

Extensive travel is required and at times for months at a stretch depending on the project duration. Ability to work out on remote or distant projects as needed for several months at a time. 24‑hour and 7‑day a week availability based on project or emergency response needs.

• I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and meet the minimum qualifications of the position outlined in the job description and will perform to the best of my abilities to meet the expectations of the role.
• I also understand that this position is subject to a successful background and drug screening (where country applicable laws apply), as well as random drug testing procedures post‑employment.

Resolve Marine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Leaving the World a Better Place.

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

Location: Miami, FL

Salary: $52,700.00 – $80,000.00