OT/IT Lead

BC Ferries; Victoria; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

BC Ferries offshore Fleet Renewal presents an OT/IT Lead role in Victoria to guide the design and integration of operational technology, automation, data management, and cybersecurity for new vessels and shore infrastructure. You will align OT/IT with corporate standards, collaborate with project teams, shipyards, and vendors, and drive architecture decisions.

The role requires strong IT/OT expertise, 5+ years in OT, and collaboration across disciplines, with occasional travel and sea projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Master's degree in a related discipline is preferred.
• Professional designation or certification relevant to OT/IT/OT/ cybersecurity is valued.
• 5+ years progressive experience in operational technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical expertise across IT, OT, architecture, cybersecurity to stakeholders, project teams, shipyards, contractors, and vendors.
• Lead planning, design, implementation, integration, testing, and optimization of complex technology solutions and initiatives.
• Translate business and operational needs into clear requirements and ensure alignment with standards and priorities.
• Act as liaison between business, operations, and technology to align solutions with priorities and governance.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues and cybersecurity risks to improve reliability, security, and performance.

Skills

Operational technology experience

IT/OT integration

Cybersecurity leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/CE/EE

Master's degree preferred

Professional designation relevant to OT/IT

Job description

Job Description

OT/IT LEAD

Fleet Renewal

Victoria

The Opportunity

In order toaddress the challenges brought on by constrained system capacity, aging major assets, and environmental sustainability, BC Ferrieshas recently launcheda new Fleet Renewalorganization.Thisteamwilldelivera large number ofnew major and minor vesselsto the fleet in the near term,as well as significant builds and upgrades toshore-based infrastructure and facilities.These projects together form the largest capital investment in the company’s history.

Working as part of the Fleet Renewal technical team and reporting through its technical leadership structure, the OT/IT Lead contributes toFleet Renewal’s shipbuilding andinfrastructureproject requirements, specifications,and designs. The role oversees the design and integration of operational technology systems on new BC Ferries vessels, including automation,data management,cyber security,and integrationof these capabilitiesinto the overall vessel design.

As a subject matter expert, the OT/IT Lead provides professional and technical guidance tointernalproject teams,shipyards,suppliers,and site teams on planning, design, regulatory requirements, engineeringprinciples, acceptancetesting, and requirementsmanagement. The roleserves as the primary liaison between Fleet Renewal and the BC Ferries IT Division, aligningOT/ITandbusiness capabilities withFleet Renewalrequirements and corporatestandards, while supporting communication and issue resolution wherearchitecture,cyber risk management,and adoption ofnewdigitaltechnologiesintersect with vesseland infrastructure projectdelivery.The role hasaccountability forOT/IT implementation, architecture decisions,andcybersecurity controls.TheITgovernanceremainswith theappropriate ITDivision owners.

The OT/IT Lead must occasionally travel and work outside the local geographic area, including internationally, and onboard ships at sea.

The Role

Reportingto the Director,Technical & Design,this roleisintegral to the achievement ofcompanyobjectives, andyoucontribute valuethroughkey areas of oversight such as:

• Provides senior technicalexpertiseand guidance across information technology (IT), operational technology (OT)systems,architecture,cybersecurity,and related domains, to stakeholders, project teams,shipyards, contractors, and vendors to support decision-making and project delivery;

• Leads or contributes to planning, design, implementation, integration, testing, and optimization of complex technology solutions, projects, and initiatives;

• Translate business and operational needs into clear requirements, ensuring technology solutions align with organizationalobjectives,corporate standards,user needs, and operational priorities;

• Acts as a liaison between business, operational, and technology stakeholders to align solutions with organizational requirements, standards, and strategic priorities;

• Identifies, analyses, and resolves complex technical issues, risks,recommendingsolutionsand improvements informed by emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to enhance reliability, efficiency, security, performance, and business alignment;

• Supports governance, compliance, risk management, cybersecurity, and lifecycleassetmanagement activities associated with technology systems, services, and assets;

• Provides mentorship, technical guidance, and knowledge sharing to team members and stakeholders, contributing to the development of organizational capability and technical excellence.

What you bring to the team

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science,ComputerEngineering, Electrical Engineering,or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Master's degree in a related disciplineispreferred

• Professional designation or certification relevant to the area of specialization

• 5+ years progressive experience working in the field of operational technology

Additional Information

The target salary range:$105,200 –$131,500per annum.The starting salary isdeterminedbased on the successful candidate’s knowledgeandexperience, andoninternal equity.

“We sail to serve and connect the people and the coast of BC”

At BC Ferries, our people are at the heart of delivering safe and reliable service along1,600 kmof coastline. Every day, we connect communities and move tens of thousands of passengers and vehicles across our 25 routes through the dedication,expertiseand hard work of our teams. Guided by a shared commitment to safety, service,inclusion,and local commitment, we offer meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a positive impact. Whether you work onboard our vessels, in our terminals or behind the scenes,you’llplayan important rolein connecting people, supporting communities, and keeping coastal BC moving.

We support employment equity and diversity in theworkplace,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.