Location: Halifax - Wilkinson, Canada

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This role is Hybrid Halifax, Nova Scotia

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 such as Fleet Technical Authority (FTA), Fleet Maintenance Facility (FMF) and Fleet Technical staff, and internal stakeholders such as Service Delivery (SD) and Life Cycle Material Managers (LCMMs). The incumbent participates in AJISS governance Integrated Project Team (IPT) and Working Group (WG) meetings.

This role is hybrid and located in Halifax, NS.

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;
Act 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 risk associated with the platforms;
Advise the Service Delivery organisation on engineering and technical matters related to delivery of engineering services;
Liaise directly 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;
Liaise and coordinate with Senior Management, Canada and Thales HR to ensure a recruiting plan is developed and executed in line with in-service program requirements;
Contribute to the 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, as well as contractual 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 manage delegated team's Work Packages;
Ensure monthly business and contractual reporting requirements are met;
Contribute to development of in-service programs Annual Operating Plans and budgets;
Contribute to Thales Canada Defence & Security business development, technology and innovation initiatives;
Participate in various 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 the management of staff 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 the 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 including Classification Society, SOLAS/IMO, IEEE, CSA, Naval Ship Code, and DND regulations.

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.

The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is Total Target Cash (TTC) $120,130 - $148,000 CAD annually. This range reflects market practices and is one factor among many considered in pay decisions. The final offer will depend on factors such as the employee's career history, competencies, skills and performance, the company's annual salary budget, the customer's program requirements, and internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation depending on circumstances.

We use artificial intelligence-enabled tools as part of our recruitment process to support activities such as candidate discovery, résumé matching, and interview scheduling. These tools may help screen and assess applications and recommend potential matches based on the requirements within the job description. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters. Artificial intelligence does not make hiring decisions on our behalf.

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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 company contribution and match to 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 that values diversity and inclusivity. 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. Accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only to provide 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.

Coastal Engineering Services Manager