Coastal Engineering Services Manager

Location: Halifax - Wilkinson, Canada

Position Summary

Thales Canada is looking for a Coastal Engineering Services Manager to support its Non-Combatant In-Service Support Programs for the Royal Canadian Navy, primarily AOPS and JSS In-Service Support (AJISS) portfolio. Reporting to the Operational Support Manager, the Coastal Engineering Services Manager is a key, client-facing manager within the Thales waterfront project team. Overseeing a team of multi-disciplined engineers and technicians who provide technical support to the various coastal agencies, the Coastal Engineering Services Manager ensures all technical aspects of the program are well communicated and addressed, ensuring all operational programs are satisfied. Examples include but are not limited to execution of assigned corrective maintenance, certification requirements, risk assessments, execution of test and trials, as well as timely investigation of technical problems. The Coastal Engineering Services Manager interacts with external stakeholders (Fleet Technical Authority (FTA), Fleet Maintenance Facility (FMF), Fleet Technical staff) and internal teams (Service Delivery (SD), Life Cycle Material Managers (LCMMs)). The incumbent participates in AJISS governance Integrated Project Team (IPT) and Working Group (WG) meetings.

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.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Support the Operational Support Manager and the Platform Systems Manager in managing and maintaining the coastal technical presence for in-service programs.
• Coordinate and execute coastal technical services activities.
• Serve as Coastal Technical lead for the AJISS Engineering Assignment team.
• Exercise engineering authority as delegated within the In-Service Programs.
• Provide direction for Corrective Maintenance activities and associated certification requirements.
• Keep the Formation Technical Authority appraised of any platform-related risks.
• Advise the Service Delivery organization on engineering and technical matters related to delivery of engineering services.
• Liaise with the customer, Enterprise stakeholders, the In‑Service Technical Support Network and other entities associated with delivery of In‑Service Support services.
• Foster enterprise values and develop relationships with industry, DND, FMF and the RCN to ensure Thales delivers against agreed commitments.
• Coordinate with Senior Management, Canada and Thales HR to develop and execute recruiting plans aligned with in‑service program requirements.
• Contribute to review, development and implementation of the In‑Service Program Management Plan, the Life Cycle & Materiel Management & Engineering Plan and relevant sub‑plans, processes and procedures; fulfill contractual reporting requirements such as Monthly Progress Reports.
• Ensure work is executed in compliance with Company, Provincial, Federal and Naval engineering regulations and guidelines applicable to the In‑Service contracts.
• Promote a culture of safety and quality.
• Act as a Work Package Manager (WPM) for delegated Work Packages and be responsible for the delegated team's Work Packages.
• Ensure monthly business and contractual reporting requirements are met.
• Contribute to development of the in‑service programs Annual Operating Plans and budgets.
• Support Thales Canada Defence & Security business development, technology and innovation initiatives.
• Participate in in‑service programs Integrated Project Team and Working Group meetings.
• People Management: Provide oversight and day‑to‑day direction to a team of engineers and technicians executing the technical program. As a matrixed manager, assist in managing their development, professional objectives and performance evaluations.
• Assist Heads of Disciplines in establishing and standardizing processes, procedures and tools.

Minimum Requirements

• 10 years of experience in a post‑graduate engineering role, with a minimum of 5 years in the Canadian naval or maritime industry.
• 5 years experience in a senior technical management role.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Naval Architecture.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in Nova Scotia, Canada.
• Familiarity with various HSE standards.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post‑graduate or technical qualifications and experience in Project Management, Systems Engineering processes or specialist engineering skills.
• Naval engineering experience is desirable but not essential.
• Familiarity with Department of National Defense (DND) maintenance management and implementation system 'DRMIS'.
• Previous experience within the Life Cycle Materiel Manager portfolio.
• Experience delivering marine in‑service support of operational assets.
• Familiarity with certification requirements (Classification Society, SOLAS/IMO, IEEE, CSA, Naval Ship Code, DND regulations).

Compensation

The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between TTC $120,000–$148,000 CAD annually.

Physical Demands

Work in office, dockyards and onboard Naval ships alongside in harbour or at sea. May be required to undertake inspections aloft or in machinery spaces of Naval ships involving bending and twisting.

Special Position Requirements

Schedule: 40 hours per week.

Physical Environment: Office or onboard ships alongside in harbour or at sea.

Travel: Occasional domestic or international travel may be required in support of the ships or the AJISS Enterprise.

Benefits

• 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. 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.

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