Terminal Technical Standards Lead

BC Ferries; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 105,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Competitive compensation

Public Service Pension Plan

Four weeks vacation

Job summary

BC Ferries is seeking a Terminal Technical Standards Lead to develop and maintain standards for Terminal Maintenance and Terminal Construction. You will translate complex codes into practical guidance for operations and audits, ensuring safety and asset integrity across multiple Vancouver Island and Mainland sites.

The role requires a strong engineering background, writing skills, and collaboration with Engineering, Operations and Asset Services to drive continuous improvement and compliant

Qualifications

• A four-year undergraduate degree or master’s degree in Marine Structural, Structural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering with experience developing technical standards.
• Two-year technologist accreditation with experience writing technical standards.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer with EGBC is considered an asset.
• 4–6 years in a technical construction or engineering role, including 1–3 years writing technical standards.
• Knowledge of codes and standards for shore-based marine infrastructure (building, bridge, electrical, civil).
• Ability to research, interpret, and translate complex requirements into clear standards.
• Strong technical writing, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Author and maintain technical standards, policies, procedures and maintenance regimes for Terminal Maintenance and Terminal Construction.
• Review proposed terminal infrastructure changes for compliance with standards and codes.
• Translate regulatory frameworks into practical guidance for operations.
• Establish documentation and review processes to monitor compliance and audits.
• Identify standards gaps and support continuous improvement across terminals.
• Align deliverables with corporate standards and change management practices.
• Provide technical guidance and training to employees.

Skills

Technical writing

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Excel

Word

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor/Master in Marine Structural/Structural/Civil/Mechanical Eng

Technologist accreditation

PE/EGBC status (asset)

Tools

Excel

Word

Microsoft Office

Job description

Terminal Technical Standards Lead

Engineering – Terminal Maintenance division

Victoria, Nanaimo, Comox or Vancouver Lower Mainland

The Opportunity

At BC Ferries, our terminals are more than transportation hubs. They are critical infrastructure connecting coastal communities across British Columbia. Every day, hundreds of sailings connect our communities, transport millions of passengers, and support the economy of British Columbia. Behind every reliable sailing is an experienced team that ensures our terminals, marine structures, and critical infrastructure are safe, maintained, and ready to operate.

We’re looking for a Terminal Technical Standards Lead to help strengthen the technical standards, policies and maintenance practices that support BC Ferries’ shore-based infrastructure.

In this role, you’ll bring engineering knowledge, regulatory insight and a practical approach to standards development. Working closely with Terminal Maintenance, Terminal Construction, Engineering and Operations teams, you'll serve as a trusted technical advisor translating complex codes and regulatory requirements into clear, consistent guidance that supports safe operations, sound asset management and quality infrastructure. Your work will help ensure terminal projects and maintenance activities meet applicable requirements while supporting consistency and continuous improvement across our terminal network.

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Maintenance Engineering, you contribute value through key areas of oversight such as:

Lead Standards Development and Compliance

• Authoring and maintaining technical standards, policies, standard operating procedures and maintenance regimes for Terminal Maintenance and Terminal Construction, aligned with corporate frameworks and applicable regulatory and code requirements;
• Reviewing proposed terminal infrastructure changes to assess compliance with established standards, policies and technical requirements;
• Researching and interpreting complex regulatory frameworks, codes and engineering standards. Translating them into written practical guidance suited to BC Ferries’ operating environment;
• Establishing documentation, tracking and review processes to monitor regulatory compliance, address variances and support audit requirements.

Drive Consistency and Continuous Improvement

• Working with Engineering, Operations and departmental subject matter experts to identify standards gaps, develop consistent practices and support emerging initiatives;
• Supporting the implementation of change request processes, technical standards and policies across terminal teams, monitoring adoption and identifying opportunities for improvement;
• Collaborating with Engineering Standards & Asset Services to align deliverables with corporate standards, policy frameworks and change management practices;
• Integrating asset management principles into terminal projects, maintenance practices and technical standards.

Provide Technical Guidance and Leadership

• Serving as a subject matter expert on applicable codes, regulatory requirements, internal policies and technical standards, advising managers and stakeholders on implications, decisions and required actions;
• Communicating technical and regulatory requirements clearly through guidance documents, briefings, presentations and other communication channels tailored to the audience;
• Building effective working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders to support the interpretation and application of statutory and code requirements;
• Providing technical guidance, training and support to employees, helping strengthen technical knowledge, consistent practices and adherence to established corporate frameworks.

What you bring to the team

• A four-year undergraduate degree or master’s degree in Marine Structural, Structural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, along with experience developing technical standards
• Successful completion of a two-year technologist accreditation with experience writing technical standards will be considered
• Registration as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) is considered an asset
• 4-6 years of experience in a technical construction or engineering role, including one to three years of experience writing technical standards
• Knowledge of relevant engineering codes and standards for shore-based marine infrastructure, such as building codes, bridge codes, ferry boarding facility standards, structural steel and concrete design standards, the Canadian Electrical Code, PIANC guidance, civil infrastructure specifications and applicable municipal bylaws
• The ability to independently research, interpret and assess complex technical and regulatory requirements and translate them into clear, practical standards and recommendations
• Strong technical writing, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop, review and maintain policies, standards and guidance documents
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to explain technical requirements to diverse audiences and navigate discussions with professionalism and tact
• A proactive, collaborative demeanour with sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities and move work forward with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced in Excel and Word

What we offer

This is a regular full-time position with a target salary range of$105,200 - $131,500per annum.The starting salary is determined based on the successful candidate’s knowledge, experience, internal equity.

Taking care of our employees is a top priority for us, and to do that, we offer benefits that help you stay healthy in all ways. Some of our great benefits include:

• Career development and learning opportunities
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Defined benefit Public Service Pension Plan
• Minimum four weeks’ vacation
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Wellness programs and employee discounts

Join us!

If this sounds like your nextgreat careermove,pleasesubmityourcover letter and resume byNovember 15,2026at 11:59PM.

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AtBCFerries,ourpeopleareattheheartofdeliveringsafeandreliableservicealong 1,600km of coastline. Every day, we connect communities and move tens of thousands of passengers andvehiclesacrossour25routesthroughthededication,expertiseandhardworkofourteams. Guided by a shared commitment to safety, service, inclusion and local commitment, we offer meaningful work, opportunities forgrowth, and the chance to make apositive impact.

We support employment equity and diversity in workplace and 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 that reflect our ever-changing workplace.

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