Location: Halifax - Wilkinson, Canada. The role is hybrid and located in Halifax, Nova Scotia.Coastal Engineering Services ManagerThales Canada is looking for a Coastal Engineering Services Manager to support its Non-Combatant In-Service Support Programs for the Royal Canadian Navy, primarily AOPS and JSS In-Service Support (AJISS) portfolio. Reporting to the Operational Support Manager, the Coastal Engineering Services Manager is a key client-facing manager within the Thales waterfront project team. The role oversees a team of multi-disciplined engineers and technicians who provide technical support to the various coastal agencies, ensuring all technical aspects of the program are well communicated and addressed, and that all operational programs are satisfied.The Coastal Engineering Services Manager interacts with external stakeholders such as Fleet Technical Authority (FTA), Fleet Maintenance Facility (FMF) and Fleet Technical staff, and internal stakeholders such as Service Delivery (SD) and Life Cycle Material Managers (LCMMs). The incumbent is also a key participant in the AJISS governance Integrated Project Team (IPT) and Working Group (WG) meetings.Regulatory Compliance RequirementThis position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access.Key Areas of ResponsibilitySupport the Operational Support Manager and the Platform Systems Manager in managing and maintaining the coastal technical presence for in-service programs.Coordinate and execute coastal technical services activities.Serve as coastal technical lead for the AJISS Engineering Assignment team.Exercise engineering authority as delegated within the In-Service Programs.Provide direction on the corrective maintenance activities and associated certification requirements.Keep the Formation Technical Authority apprised of any risk associated with the platforms.Advises the Service Delivery organisation in engineering and technical matters pertaining to delivery of the engineering services.Liaise with the customer, enterprise stakeholders, the In-Service Technical Support Network and other entities associated with delivery of In-Service Support services.Foster enterprise values and develop relationships with industry, DND, FMF and the RCN to ensure Thales delivers against agreed commitments.Liaise and coordinate with senior management,



Canada and Thales HR to ensure a recruiting plan is developed and executed in line with in-service program requirements.Contribute to the review, development and implementation of the requirements of the In-Service Program Management Plan, the Life Cycle & Materiel Management & Engineering Plan and all relevant sub-plans, processes and procedures as well as various contractual requirements such as Monthly Progress Reports.Ensure the work is executed in compliance with all company, provincial, federal and naval engineering regulations and guidelines applicable to the In-Service contracts.Contribute to promoting a culture of safety and quality.Act as a Work Package Manager (WPM) for the delegated Work Packages; responsible for their delegated team’s Work Packages.Work with the team to ensure that monthly business and contractual reporting requirements are met.Contribute to the development of the in-service program annual operating plans and budgets.Contribute to Thales Canada Defence & Security business development, technology and innovation initiatives.Contribute to various in-service program Integrated Project Team and Working Group meetings.People ManagementProvide oversight and day-to-day direction to a team of employees, engineers and technicians executing the technical program.As a matrixed manager, assist in the management of their development, professional objectives and personal evaluations.Assist the various heads of disciplines in establishing and standardizing processes, procedures and tools.Minimum Requirements10 years of experience in a post-graduate engineering role, with a minimum of 5 years in the Canadian naval or maritime industry.5 years experience in a senior technical management role.Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Naval Architecture.Registered as a Professional Engineer in Nova Scotia, Canada.Familiarity with various HSE standards.Excellent interpersonal skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Fluent in English.Preferred QualificationsPost-graduate or technical qualifications and experience in Project Management, Systems Engineering processes or specialist engineering skills.Naval engineering experience is desirable but not essential.Familiarity with the Department of National Defense (DND)



maintenance management and implementation system “DRMIS.”Previous experience within the Life Cycle Materiel Manager portfolio.Experience delivering marine in-service support of operational assets.Familiarity with certification requirements including Classification Society, SOLAS/IMO, IEEE, CSA, Naval Ship Code and DND regulations.Physical DemandsWork in office, dockyards and onboard naval ships alongside in harbour or at sea.May be required to undertake inspections aloft or in machinery spaces of naval ships involving bending and twisting.Special Position RequirementsSchedule: 40 hours per week.Physical Environment: Office or onboard ships alongside in harbour or at sea.Travel: Occasional domestic or international travel may be required in support of the ships or the AJISS Enterprise.The reference total target compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between $120,000 and $148,000 CAD annually. This range helps the company make pay decisions as one data point among many.BenefitsCompany-paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D;, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-being program.Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.Company-paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.Voluntary Life, AD&D;, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.Thales is an equal‑chance employer that values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access, including eligibility for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Coastal Engineering Services Manager - C$120,000 - C$148,000 A Year (Shubenacadie)
🏢 Thales Canada
📍 Shubenacadie