Area Manager, Pipe

Seaspan ULC; District of North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company in North Vancouver seeks an experienced Area Manager to oversee production activities and ensure safety within assigned vessels. The role requires strong leadership and conflict resolution skills, with at least 5 years in shipbuilding and supervisory positions. The position includes responsibilities such as implementing safety plans and managing schedules. Offering competitive pay and excellent benefits, this role is on-site at the Operations Centre.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Pension plan matching

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related work experience in Shipbuilding.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience.
• In-depth knowledge of shipbuilding production responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct all production activities within a specific Ship.
• Implement HSEQ plans and eliminate safety hazards.
• Coordinate schedules with Pipe General Supervisors and subcontractors.

Skills

Leadership skills

Conflict resolution

Time management

Safety commitment

Organizational skills

Education

Certification in relevant field (Welding and/or Pipefitting)

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Navisworks

P6 Primavera

Job description

Area Manager, Pipe (JSS)

The Area Manager, Pipe (JSS) works with the Trade Manager (Pipe) and is responsible for managing and directing all production activities within a specific Ship. The position must ensure safety, quality, cost, and schedule alignment of the piping in blocks and zones within the defined area. This position will require daily liaison with Management, Safety, Quality & Accuracy Control, and Trade Personnel.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 50 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver, B.C. V7P 2R1.

What you’ll do

• Verifies completion of pipefitting production work for each phase of the block/zone/ship and conducts necessary inspections.
• Responsible for the safety of all employees working in assigned Ship.
• Implements HSEQ plans on shop floor and strives to eliminate safety hazards at every opportunity.
• Manages and coordinates work and schedules with Pipe General Supervisors, subcontractors, and vendors within Ship.
• Ensures schedules are managed to current installation methods and technologies to complete work with minimal disruption to other SOC activities.
• Monitors and reports safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance for all work in assigned Ship and advises senior management if deviations are anticipated, initiating timely corrective action plans.
• Coordinates assigned zone schedules with the Planning & Production Control Department by determining optimal sequencing of events in support of major vessel milestones.
• Provides recommendations to Pipe Trade Manager for trade improvements (related to training, equipment or process) necessary for optimal build strategy implementation.
• Supervises investigation of workplace incidents and ensures Drug & Alcohol Checklist and testing are completed when required.
• Works with Supply Chain to resolve material, quality, and schedule issues.
• Active daily management and maintenance of Seaspan Production Systems.
• Directly manages and develops General Supervisors into a hard‑working team.
• Monitors team performance, coaches General Supervisors, initiates and follows through on necessary improvements, and recognizes worker performance.
• Assists in the resolution of owner, regulatory body, and statutory issues that arise during the construction period.
• Leads by example and demonstrates Seaspan’s Core Values.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring

• Certification in relevant field (Welding and/or Pipefitting) is required.
• 5+ years of related work experience in Shipbuilding is required.
• 5+ years of career progression in a supervisory position is required.
• In‑depth knowledge of production responsibilities specific to heavy industry that would pertain to the shipbuilding industry (welding, pipefitting, mechanical, rigging).
• Proven supervisory and leadership skills and the ability to empower and work with and through others to achieve desired results.
• Strong time management and organization skills with a proven commitment to follow‑up and follow‑through.
• Proven ability to build effective working relationships and lead others toward a shared goal.
• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills to resolve disagreements quickly and effectively, bringing a problem‑solving attitude to conflicting approaches.
• Commitment to safety and quality, with demonstrated experience in the application of behavioural‑based safety.
• Ability to make mature and timely job site decisions.
• Proficiency with MS Office products, AutoCAD and other web‑based applications.
• Proficiency with Navisworks, P6 Primavera an asset.
• Management/Supervision experience in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Ability to manage and support the adherence to the collective agreement regarding discipline.
• Excellent written, verbal and electronic communication skills.
• Employ coaching, corrective action and discipline to deal with issues and non‑performance.

Why you'll love working here

• This is a full‑time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long‑term projects, Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come.
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides you with a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate’s experience.
• We also provide the best‑in‑class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including extended health care (paramedical services for massage therapy, speech therapy, mental health coverage, physiotherapy, and more), dental care, vision care, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, $500 personal spending account, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

The estimated salary for this position is $135,000 - $165,000. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful candidate’s skill set and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

NOC: 72012

Language Requirement: English

For more information, please contact [e-mail]

About Us

Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life‑cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise‑ships and deep‑seaw vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.

To learn more, visit www.seaspan.com

This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.

Job Info

• Job Identification - 8209
• Job Category - Operations
• Posting Date - 12/23/2025, 10:41 AM
• Location: 50 Pemberton Avenue, Operations Centre, North Vancouver, BC, V7P 2R2, CA(On‑site)
• Degree Level - Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule - Full time
• Job Shift - Day
• Estimated Hours/Week - 40
• Expected Salary Range - $135,000 - $165,000