Journeyperson Electrician - Halifax Shipyard

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Pay: $47.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, project-based
Work Location: In person

Job Summary

Matrix HR is recruiting experienced Journeyperson Electricians for upcoming work at a major shipyard in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

This is an opportunity to support significant Canadian naval and commercial shipbuilding projects in a large-scale industrial environment.

Compensation and Benefits

- Day shift wage: $47.00/hour
- Shift premium: Additional $3.00/hour for second and third shifts
- Overtime opportunities may be available depending on project requirements
- Extended health and dental coverage for eligible employees and dependants
- Vision care
- RRSP matching contributions up to 2% after six months
- Travel and living-away assistance may be available for eligible workers depending on the specific intake and project requirements
- Assistance with the government security-clearance process

Key Responsibilities

As a Journeyperson Electrician, you may be responsible for:

- Reading and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and specifications
- Installing and terminating marine power, lighting, communication, control, and alarm systems
- Pulling, routing, and securing electrical cables throughout vessels
- Installing cable trays, conduits, raceways, and electrical supports
- Performing cable splicing, terminations, and electrical testing
- Installing switchboards, panels, motors, transformers, sensors, and control devices
- Troubleshooting and repairing electrical and electronic systems
- Supporting testing, commissioning, and system start-up activities
- Supporting dockside and sea-trial operations as required
- Maintaining tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and organized condition
- Following shipyard safety procedures,



confined-space requirements, and lockout/tagout practices
- Working collaboratively with welders, pipefitters, insulators, mechanical technicians, and other trades

Requirements

- Journeyperson or Red Seal Electrician certification
- Relevant industrial, marine, shipyard, offshore, heavy-industrial, or construction electrical experience
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and electrical schematics
- Experience with cable pulling, terminations, equipment installation, and troubleshooting
- Strong understanding of electrical safety standards and safe work practices
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Current Confined Space certification
- Current Fall Protection certification
- Current WHMIS certification
- Ability to obtain and maintain the required government security clearance

Experienced electrical apprentices may also be considered depending on current project requirements.

Why Work With Matrix HR?

- Competitive wages and shift premiums
- Potential overtime opportunities
- Comprehensive perks for eligible employees
- Support throughout the security-clearance and onboarding process
- Opportunity to work on major Canadian shipbuilding projects
- Access to future skilled-trades opportunities with Matrix HR

Application Questions

Please be prepared to confirm:

- Are you currently a certified Journeyperson or Red Seal Electrician?
- Are your WHMIS, Fall Protection, and Confined Space certifications current?
- Are you able to obtain and maintain government security clearance?
- What is your current location?
- What shifts are you available to work?
- What is your earliest available start date?

Matrix HR is committed to building a qualified skilled-trades workforce for major industrial and shipbuilding projects across Canada.

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Pay: $47.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Journeyperson Electrician - Halifax Shipyard (Canada)
🏢 Matrix Labour Leasing
📍 Canada