July 29, 2026

INSTRUCTOR

Offshore Safety & Survival Centre

Marine Institute

(Permanent position)

The Offshore Safety & Survival Centre (OSSC) invites applications for the position of Instructor for a five-year contractual appointment located in Foxtrap, NL. Reporting to the Director, Offshore Safety & Survival Centre, the successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of both theoretical and practical instruction in marine, offshore, and industrial emergency response training programs. Training will be delivered primarily at the OSSC Foxtrap Campus and the Marine Base in Holyrood. Occasional assignments may be required at other locations within Newfoundland and Labrador, and in northern regions including the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.

DUTIES

Responsibilities

- Supervise and ensure participant safety and compliance with established risk management procedures during all training activities.
- Deliver classroom instruction in firefighting, marine survival, and rescue craft operations.
- Conduct and supervise live‑fire exercises, open‑water survival training, and rescue operations in both controlled and natural environments.
- Lead in the development, review, and revision of training courses to ensure alignment with current standards and best practices.
- Perform administrative duties related to course delivery, documentation, and reporting, as directed by the OSSC Director.
- Supporting other instructional and operational duties as assigned.

The duties outlined above are not intended to be exhaustive and the successful candidate will be familiarized on the roles and responsibilities including reviewing of a comprehensive during the hiring process.

Qualifications





The successful applicants must have at least four (4) years relevant experience in a marine or offshore setting, relevant three (3) year diploma or approved equivalent, possess a valid Transport Canada Marine medical or approved equivalent; and demonstrated ability to work in and around an aquatic environment. The successful applicant shall hold a valid Transport Canada Certificate of Competency to a minimum of Watchkeeping Mate or Second Class Engineer. Preference will be given to candidates with advanced education, relevant Transport Canada certificates of competencies, previous teaching experience, experience in offshore/marine helicopter operations, experience in Major Emergency Management and/or additional related qualifications. Equivalent qualifications or experience with the Department of National Defence, an emergency organization or a safety and survival training organization may be considered.

SALARY;

Commensurate with Marine Institute’s Instructors’ Collective Agreement

CLOSING DATE:

August 12, 2026

COMPETITION NO. MUN03573

Reference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates,



including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people; persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; black persons; and persons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment.

If there is anything we can do to ensure your full participation during the application process, please contact [email protected] directly and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.

The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.

If you are a successful candidate, this information will form part of your permanent employment record and will be used for other activities related to the employment process. This information may be disclosed to government departments and agencies as legally required; and to third party service providers, as necessary to administer programs and activities.

If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of the information on this form, please contact MyHR, Department of Human Resources, at [email protected].

For further information concerning this opportunity, email [email protected], or contact the Human Resources Office, Marine Institute, Room E3306C.

Please be advised that we are unable to provide updates on current competitions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

📌 INSTRUCTOR - OSSC (St. John's)
🏢 Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador
📍 St. John's