Superintendent, Marine Operations

Government of Canada; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in North Vancouver is seeking an experienced professional to oversee marine transportation operations. The role requires managing a team of over 20 personnel and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the marine transportation sector and possess a relevant trades certificate. The job demands attention to detail and strong leadership skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in the marine transportation industry required.
• Ability to lead and supervise more than 20 staff is essential.
• Basic security clearance and valid driver's license needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate daily operations and monitor department performance.
• Plan and organize daily operations with policy changes.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and manage budgets.

Skills

Marine engines

Welding

Attention to detail

Hydraulic components

Leadership

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Mechanical engineering/mechanical technology/technician

Marine maintenance/fitter and ship repair technology/technician

Engineering technologies and engineering-related fields, other

Tools

Inventory management systems

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• Mechanical engineering/mechanical technology/technician
• Engineering technologies and engineering-related fields, other
• Marine maintenance/fitter and ship repair technology/technician
• Marine transportation, other
• Operations management and supervision

Experience

5 years or more

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work setting

• Willing to relocate
• Port and harbour
• Marine

Responsibilities Tasks

• Evaluate daily operations
• Monitor department’s performance
• Plan and organize daily operations
• Plan for changes to schedules and policies
• Prepare reports for senior management
• Recruit staff
• Supervise staff
• Train staff
• Manage finances or budget
• Arrange for shipping documentation and the tracking and tracing of goods in transit
• Ensure transport compliance with regulations
• Establish and implement policies and standards for the transportation and storage of goods
• Negotiate for services and preferential rates
• Oversee the scheduling and dispatching of vehicles and goods
• Oversee the setting of transportation service rates and monitor revenue
• Organize and maintain inventory
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Administer first-aid and other assistance

Supervision

• More than 20 people

Experience and specialization Type of maintenance

• Marine engines

Type of experience

• Marine transportation company

Physiographic environment experience

• Marine and offshore

Equipment and machinery experience

• Welding
• Hydraulic components

Area of work experience

• Trades' contractors inspector

Type of industry experience

• Marine industry

Specialization or experience

• Marine cabin interiors and other furnishings

Area of specialization

• Marine engineering or naval architecture

Additional information Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Bondable
• Confidential security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Eligible for professional liability insurance
• Enhanced reliability security clearance
• Drug test

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment