Integrated Logistics Support, Maintenance, Reliability Asset Management

BC Ferries; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading marine transportation company is looking for a Co-op intern to join their Integrated Logistics Support team in Vancouver. This opportunity involves hands-on experience in asset lifecycle management, focusing on improving vessel and infrastructure reliability. Candidates should be enrolled in engineering or asset management programs and possess strong analytical skills. The position offers a salary of $30.61 per hour, with options for 4 to 8-month contracts.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in relevant engineering or asset management program, ideally in 3rd or 4th year.
• Exposure to reliability engineering and asset management tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation and maintenance of ILS documentation.
• Assist in Reliability-Centered Maintenance and asset lifecycle planning.
• Contribute to data analysis for critical marine systems.

Skills

Collaboration

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Data manipulation

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate or graduate program in Mechanical, Marine, Electrical, Industrial, or Systems Engineering

Tools

Maximo / Infor

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

INTEGRATED LOGISTICS SUPPORT, MAINTENANCE, RELIABILITY & ASSET MANAGEMENT

4 or 8-Month Co-op, Internship or Work Study opportunity

Victoria or Richmond (Hybrid / On-site)

The Opportunity

BCFerries is one of the world's largest ferry operators, connecting coastal communities along British Columbia's shoreline. We are dedicated to safe, reliable, and innovative marine transportation, and to sustainable lifecycle management of our fleet and terminals. Join us and contribute to reliable service that supports millions of passengers and commercial customers annually.

As a member of the Integrated Logistics Support, Maintenance, Reliability & Asset Management team, you will support our Engineering and Asset Management teams. You\'ll gain hands-on experience with marine (vessel and terminal) asset lifecycle management, applying industry-standard methods to optimize vessel and infrastructure reliability. Your work will help shape strategies that ensure operational excellence, safety, and long-term value for both BCFerries and our passengers.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the creation and maintenance of Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) documentation for new-build vessels, vessel upgrades, and terminal assets, and upgrade projects.
• Assisting in Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA), and asset lifecycle planning.
• Contributing to data gathering and performance analysis for critical marine systems and structures.
• Helping optimize spare parts strategies and supply chain support through collaboration with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations teams.
• Ensuring data integrity within our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Participating in ISO55000-aligned continuous improvement projects and adhere to Transport Canada regulations.
• Producing technical documentation, data visualizations, and presentations for internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Mechanical, Marine, Electrical, Industrial, or Systems Engineering or Asset Management (undergraduate or graduate program), 3rd or 4th year Undergraduate, or Masters Program.
• Exposure to CMMS (e.g. Maximo / Infor), reliability engineering tools (RCM / FMEA), or asset management standards (ISO is an asset).
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment and work independently
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Proficiency in MS Excel; capable of data manipulation and visualization.
• Effective oral and written communication; collaborative team player.
• Attention to detail and disciplined in documentation and data practices.
• Interest in marine transportation, logistics, maintenance, and asset reliability.

Join us

If this sounds like your next great career move, please submit your cover letter, resume and academic transcript (unofficial acceptable) by September 7, 2025.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please indicate your preferred internship term (8-month preferred) and anticipated start date.

Salary & Length

• SALARY: $30.61 / hr, 35 hrs per week
• LENGTH OF ASSIGNMENT: 4 months or 8 months (preferred)

We connect communities and customers to people and places important in their lives

At BC Ferries, our employees are our most important assets in delivering our commitment to customer safety, service and satisfaction. We support employment equity and diversity in the workplace and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.