Faculty, Marine Engineering

British Columbia Institute of Technology; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Canada is seeking a Faculty member for Marine Engineering to provide classroom instruction and develop curriculum. The ideal candidate should possess solid marine engineering qualifications and a commitment to teaching excellence. This role offers competitive pay and extensive benefits, including health coverage and generous leave provisions.

Benefits

Competitive employer-paid extended health plan

Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions

Complimentary membership to Fitness Centre

Qualifications

• Minimum five years seagoing engineer experience required.
• Prior teaching experience and mentoring trainees is an asset.
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Classroom instruction to cadets and industry services students.
• Curriculum development and program enhancement.
• Student supervision on industry field trips.

Skills

Solid communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills

Demonstrated computer skills

Education

Degree in Naval Architecture or similar

First or Second-Class STCW Motor or Steam Certificate

Job description

Position Information

Position Title: Faculty, Marine Engineering (regular, full-time, 1.0 FTE)

Who We Are

At BCIT, putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision, which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running.

Position Summary

BCIT’s School of Transportation is seeking a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE) Faculty, Marine Engineering to instruct/facilitate Ship Construction, Naval Architecture, Drafting, Engineering Knowledge, Electrotechnology/High Voltage, Automation and Control, Applied Engineering Sciences and workshop courses. The ideal candidate will be able to bring industry experience into the classroom, develop course and program curriculum, deal with relevant operational and educational issues, and cultivate positive relationships with students. The Marine Campus is located in North Vancouver and is a premier provider of marine training in Canada. The campus has a strong history of marine engineering instruction and industry connections.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Classroom instruction to cadets, entry-level, upgrader, PTS or Industry Services students
• Workshop and laboratory instruction and supervision
• Instructional counseling, evaluation and preparation
• Administrative responsibilities, including assignments, examination marking, and student evaluation
• Curriculum development, maintenance and program enhancement
• Administrative processes required to ensure appropriate resources are in place to deliver training
• Other duties directly related to instruct/facilitate of trades and vocational programs
• Input into development of modifications to workshop and instructional areas
• Preparing and presenting online teaching, classroom lectures, classroom management, practical demonstrations, and collaborating with the Marine Engineering Department Head and faculty
• Maintaining a commitment to the campus quality management system per ISO 9001:2015
• Student supervision on industry field trips

In addition, the successful candidate should:

• Motivate students to learn
• Provide an inclusive, diverse and safe learning environment in the classroom, laboratory and workshop
• Teach employability skills and assist with time management
• Provide mentorship and support for students who are struggling and challenge those who are excelling
• Commit to teaching excellence and preparation of outstanding graduates

Qualifications

• Valid First or Second-Class STCW Motor or Steam Combined Certificate of Competency or valid qualifications for Electrical engineering/automation & controls
• Minimum five years seagoing engineer experience or equivalent shore-based position while in possession of a valid STCW certificate
• First or Second-Class Motor or Steam Combined or Degree or Diploma in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Control & Automation Engineering with relevant experience
• First-class Canadian Certificate of Competency
• Solid communication skills (excellent command of the English language, both written and oral)
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Demonstrated computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software
• Prior teaching experience and mentoring trainees is an asset

Additional Information

• Benefits – Competitive pay
• Minimum of forty-six days of annual leave prorated per year
• Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan, including access to a Health Care Spending Account up to $500 if eligible
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
• Eligibility requirements apply; benefits may vary depending on employee group and whether the position is temporary or part-time
• For more information on benefits, click here

BCIT is committed to equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact us via our careers page. Applications submitted through the contact form will not be accepted. For more information, please visit our FAQs page and how we hire.

The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations.

Salary Information

Salary Range: $78,133 - $115,805 per annum. Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment.

Required Fields

Fields marked with an asterisk are required.

• What is the highest level of education attained? Candidates must provide official transcript(s) for verification. Options: GED, High School Diploma, Certificate, Diploma, Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree, PhD
• How many years of experience do you have in this type of position? Options: 0-1, 1-2, 3-5, 6-9, 10+
• All positions require on-campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). Please indicate willingness to relocate if applicable
• Salary placement within the range based on education and experience. Are you satisfied with being placed on this range? Options: Yes, No