Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2fsg8p

Job Description

The Senior Specialist, Total Rewards (Compensation) is responsible for supporting the execution and ongoing administration of compensation programs across the organization. The role provides technical expertise and analytical support related to compensation planning, market benchmarking, job evaluation, and pay equity and pay transparency initiatives.

This role executes core compensation processes, provides data‑driven insights, and supports HR Business Partners and internal stakeholders in maintaining fair, competitive, and compliant pay practices. This is an individual contributor role. While the primary focus is compensation, the role may provide backup support for benefits activities as required.

Note: This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding. Employees will be subject to the terms of the Flexible Work Policy Agreement.

What You’ll Do

- Compensation Programs:
- Support the delivery of compensation planning activities such as triennial compensation reviews and salary structure maintenance.
- Support the delivery of annual compensation processes including progression, and promotion review cycles.
- Conduct market benchmarking and compensation analysis using external survey data (e.g., WTW, Mercer).
- Prepare compensation analysis and reports to support pay decisions and internal equity reviews.
- Ensure compensation activities align with internal guidelines, established practices, and relevant legislation.

- Job Evaluation & Job Architecture:

- Conduct job evaluation and role grading activities following established job architecture and evaluation guidelines.
- Prepare evaluation documentation and maintain supporting rationale for auditability and consistency.
- Provide guidance to HR Business Partners on role scope and leveling based on established criteria.

- Pay Equity & Pay Transparency:

- Support federal pay equity analysis, modelling, and reporting activities.
- Assist with implementation and maintenance of pay transparency requirements.

- Data Analysis & Systems:

- Develop and manage advanced Excel models and tools to support compensation calculations and reporting.




- Ensure data accuracy and consistency across compensation processes.
- Support preparation of compensation‑related reporting for internal stakeholders.

- Stakeholder Collaboration:

- Partner primarily with HR Business Partners to provide compensation analysis and guidance.
- Work with payroll, HRIS, HRES, and other HR teams to support implementation and execution of compensation programs.
- Provide clear and practical compensation guidance within established frameworks.

- Advantages Management Support:

- Provide backup or high‑level support for benefits‑related activities as required.
- Assist with benefits‑related analysis or data requests when needed.

What You’ll Bring

- 10+ years of progressive experience in Total Rewards.
- Strong experience in:
- Annual compensation review processes
- Job evaluation and role grading
- Federal pay equity and BC pay transparency initiatives
- Compensation benchmarking and market analysis

- Experience supporting or contributing to a Federal Pay Equity Plan is an asset.
- CCP designation is an asset.
- Advanced Excel skills required.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently within established compensation frameworks.
- Practical problem‑solving approach and sound judgment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to communicate compensation concepts clearly to HR and business stakeholders.
- High level of accuracy and confidentiality when working with compensation data.

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 with 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 (paramedical services for massage therapy, speech therapy, mental health coverage, physiotherapy, and more), dental care, vision care, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, childcare benefit partnership, $500 personal spending account, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

The estimated salary for this position is $112,500 - $137,500.

About Us

Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life‑cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise‑ships and deep‑sea vessels. Seaspan operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.

To learn more, visit our website:

This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2fsg8p

📌 Senior Specialist, Total Rewards - 6 Months Limited Term (North Vancouver)
🏢 Seaspan ULC
📍 North Vancouver