Senior NDE Technician

Seaspan; Victoria; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding firm in Victoria is seeking an experienced Senior NDE Technician to ensure compliance with welding standards and provide Quality Control support. This full-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including health care and pension matching. Ideal candidates will have significant NDE experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead with minimal supervision.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension plan matching

Comprehensive health benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience as a NDE / Welding QC inspector / coordinator.
• Certification and training in RT is highly desirable.
• Ability to acquire Industrial Security – NATO Secret designation.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily NDE of work and document results.
• Review NDT requests to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Provide guidance on inspection techniques and code compliance.

Skills

Current valid CGSB MT and UT level II

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to multi-task and prioritize

Strong attention to detail

Proficient digital literacy

Education

CWB CSA W178.2 level 1 or 2 Welding Inspector certification

Any CGSB Level II Certification

Job description

Overview

The primary responsibility of the Senior NDE Technician is to efficiently represent Seaspan Victoria Shipyards interest related to specifications, welding code, standard or section compliance and the required process controls. This role provides NDE and Quality Control support to all vessel repair activities including Naval vessel’s surface and submarines, coast guards, BC ferries and commercial operators. The incumbent collaborates with all VSL stakeholders as required for effective oversight of the in-process controls. Collaborating with the VSL Welding QC Supervisor, it is encouraged from this role to perform NDE.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at Victoria Shipyards – 825 Admirals Road Victoria.

What you'll do

• Performs daily in-process or final NDE of work. Documents and communicates results to responsible supervisors.
• Reviews NDT requests and results to make sure specifications, class rules, work instructions and SOPs requirements have been met for each NDT.
• Ensures the accurate non-destructive inspection techniques and extent has been applied to meet industry standards and / or customer specifications
• Provides functional and technical direction to production team regarding NDE and QC inspection
• Technical review of NDE subcontractor's procedures and examination reports.
• Responsible for the application of the requirements of applicable codes and standards, including DEF STAN, ASME BPVC sections, CSA W 47.1 / W59, W47.2 / W59.2, AWS, DNV, Lloyd’s, ABS, IACS, and BS EN ISO.
• Establish NDE techniques, interpret codes, standards, and specifications
• Review and acceptance of the following documentation on completion of welding activities like NDE reports, applicable weld history records, Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) and Pre heat, interpass controls, and Post Weld Heating records
• Carrying out review and insertion of the following welding related documentation for production issued work packages: Inspection and test plans, relevant Drawings, Welding Procedure Specifications, Welder Performance Qualifications, Welding sequence for distortion control, material certification, relevant weld history records (Depicted by class / category) and NDE requirements / reports.

What you'll bring

• Current valid CGSB MT and UT level II (UT Level I might be considered)
• Minimum 8 years experience working as a NDE / Welding QC inspector / coordinator – Structure and Piping.
• Any other CGSB Level II Certification is desirable.
• CWB CSA W178.2 level 1 or 2 Welding Inspector certification (or AWS CWI to receive CWB certification) is desirable.
• Relevant trade experience is desirable.
• Certification and comprehensive training in RT is highly desirable
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Work with minimum supervision
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills
• Proficient digital literacy
• Ability to acquire Industrial Security – NATO Secret designation
• Ability to address problems and lead time optimally
• In depth knowledge of quality related procedures and practices
• Knowledge of associated manufacturing processes and operations
• Use and application of inspection quality test plans
• Knowledge of Health and safety requirements and practices

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 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, dental care, vision care, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, childcare benefit partnership, and EFAP.

The estimated salary for this position is $112,500-$137,500. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate’s skillset 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.

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