Senior Navigation SpecialistDepartment: Technical CapabilityEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: North AmericaReporting To: Rick FifieldCompensation: CA$130,000 - CA$150,000 / yearDescriptionJob Title: Senior Navigation SpecialistLocation: Halifax, NS, Ottawa, ONEmployment Type: Permanent, Full-TimeAnnual Salary: $130,000-150,000About BMTBMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more productive, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. Learn more about BMT at www.Bmt.Org.Key ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Navigator is responsible for providing professional technical advice in support of simulation-based activities related to navigation, bridge operations, and ship handling. The role supports the effective design, delivery, and execution of our simulation services by bringing advanced operational expertise to our simulation environments, ensuring realistic, safe, and operationally credible outcomes.Provide subject matter expertise and technical advice in support of navigation and ship handling simulations, including scenario development, execution, and analysis.Support client activities by translating real-world maritime operations into credible simulation inputs, behaviours, and constraints.Perform duties as a qualified Bridge Watchkeeper, ensuring that simulation outputs reflect current operational best practices and regulatory compliance (e.G. International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs), Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW). Apply advanced ship handling knowledge to validate and inform simulation scenarios across a range of operating conditions (open ocean, coastal, confined waters, port approaches).Operate and provide expert guidance on Electronic Navigation Systems within simulation and real-world contexts,



including:Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS)Radar / ARPA (Automatic Radar Plotting Aid)GPS (Global Positioning System) and integrated bridge systemsAIS (Automatic Identification System) and voyage planning toolsSupport the development and conduct of simulations, trials, and studies, including post-simulation analysis and reporting.Contribute operational expertise to engineering studies, concept development, and capability assessments, particularly where navigation and maneuvering are key factors.Provide insight into human factors and bridge team behaviors as they relate to simulated operations.Train, mentor, and support team members in understanding practical navigation considerations within simulation environments.Maintain professional and technical knowledge through ongoing certification, training, and awareness of evolving navigation technologies and simulation practices.Conduct reviews and provide assurance that simulation outputs and navigation-related deliverables meet client expectations and operational realism.Contribute to internal innovation and business development activities where simulation and operational navigation expertise is required.Skills, Knowledge & ExpertiseEssential:Minimum of 10 years practical experience in ship handling, maritime navigation and/or pilotage of large seagoing vessels (e.G., cruise ships, tankers, naval platforms).Valid Bridge Watchkeeper Certificate of Competency (STCW compliant)Extensive experience with Electronic Navigation Systems (ECDIS, Radar/ARPA, AIS, GPS, integrated bridge systems),



including their representation and use in simulated environmentsAbility to translate real-world operational practices into credible simulation inputs, constraints, and performance measuresUnderstanding of bridge team dynamics within simulated and real-world operationsStrong analytical skills for interpreting simulation results and providing actionable insights to clientsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in explaining complex operational behaviours within technical studiesStrong leadership, teamwork and stakeholder engagement skills across multidisciplinary project teamsDesirable:Experience with bridge simulators (full mission or part-task trainers) or maritime modelling/simulation toolsExperience in complex ship towing operationsFamiliarity with how vessel design characteristics influence maneuvering performance and simulation fidelityExperience contributing to marine assurance, safety cases, or operational risk assessmentsEligible for Canadian or US security clearance (depending on the region of employment)Why Work For Us?At BMT we believe in hiring the best talent, from diverse backgrounds, as this introduces new ideas to the team and our customers. We believe in a cooperative and collaborative work environment and support and encourage career growth. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary commensurate with skill, ability and experience, as well as a comprehensive benefit package including:Medical, dental and vision plan (including a Health Care Spending Account)Employee and Family Assistance programParental/Maternity leave top-up programRRSP or TFSA matching programFlexible work hours and hybrid work arrangementTraining and development opportunitiesEmployee recognition programEmployee referral programBMT is committed to employment equity, to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst its workforce. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Senior Navigation Specialist (Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles)
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📍 Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles