Production Supervisor, Test and Trials - Halifax, Canada - Irving Shipbuilding

Irving Shipbuilding

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Halifax, Canada

1 week ago

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PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR, TEST AND TRIALS - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Located at 3099 Barrington Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3K 5M7, and 35 Micmac Boulevard, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3A 4Y8, Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Over the next 30 years, our shipbuilders will construct 20+ modern patrol ships and surface combatants for the Royal Canadian Navy as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

We have built more than 80% of Canada's current combatant fleet and continue to perform maintenance and modernization work on these vessels. We are committed to building the best ships, with the best workforce in the best facilities. By joining our team of more than 2,300 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic, diverse, and family-friendly career with a company dedicated to your success, learning, health, wellness, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding*.**Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is seeking a
Production Supervisor, Test and Trials.

Qualifications:

Education Required:

o Completion of relevant post-secondary education, electrical engineering preferred.

o Completion of relevant Red Seal trades certification or equivalent experience.

Experience: 5+ years in one of, or a combination of, the following:

o Electrical engineering.

o Commissioning naval or commercial ships in a new construction program, or comparable experience in naval ship modernization and overhaul.

o Commissioning high tech systems in process or power plants.

o Seagoing naval or commercial engineering experience

o Production Supervisor, Production Work Lead, Chargehand or trades work experience in a Marine/Industrial/Shipbuilding environment.

Applicants should have a proven record of managing work in a safe and efficient manner.
Experience mentoring, training and/or coaching.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient with Computers. Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite, Kronos, Aviva considered an asset.
Problem solving skills and ability to lead and manage multiple priorities in a fastpace environment.
All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)._

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise and lead multiskilled crew of unionized trades team members to execute the test, settowork, trials, commissioning, troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment and systems onboard new construction and ship repair areas.
Ensure work is progressing safely, efficiently and correctly in accordance with ship build schedule.
Coordinate scheduled and unscheduled work activities within the Trials team and with Production team counterparts.
Recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality.
Train crew members in job duties, safety procedures and company policies.
Performance Manage assigned crew members.
Complete daily time entry for assigned crew members.
Prepare production and other reports.
Ensure compliance with all Company Environmental, Health and Safety policies.
Ensure strict adherence to Company quality procedures and policies.

What We Offer:

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan.
Employee & Family Assistance Programs.
RRSP matching program.
Health & Wellness reimbursements.
Opportunities to take part in job related training and development.
Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Shipbuilding and the larger network of the JD Irving group of companies.
Relocation costs (if eligible).

Please be advised that some positions within our business have been designated as 'Safety Sensitive' where the employee holding the position has a heightened responsibility for his/her own safety or the safety of others due to the nature of the job.

If this is the case, you will be informed in the interview process.

Irving Shipbuilding Inc.

is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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