Salary Range: CA$35.00 To CA$45.00 Hourly

AdvanTec Marine , Leaders in marine innovation and manufacturing. What drives us is the passion behind each of our brands and the needs of our customers. AdvanTec Marine is the parent brand to Diamond Sea Glaze, Freeman Marine, Pacific Coast Marine, Steelhead Marine, Manly Marine and USA Sliding Doors. Our brands specialize in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of specialty application marine closures. We are one of the largest marine manufacturers in the world. We have geographic locations in the US and Canada, and ship to over 50 countries worldwide. Our customer base includes North American & International Navies, Governments, Militaries, Commercial Vessel, and Super Yacht Builders.

AdvanTec Marine has an exciting career prospect. We are seeking a highly qualified candidate to lead our Custom Fabrication Team at our facility in Chilliwack, BC. This position is integral to addressing our significant backlog and supporting Canada's shipbuilding industry by designing, fabricating, and assembling various closures, doors, and hatches for vessels currently under construction.

Why come work for us:

AdvanTec Marine is growing and there are opportunities to grow with the company.

We offer competitive compensation packages; full-time employees are eligible for our benefits package and RRSP matching program.
Includes: Medical, Dental and Vision Care

Life Insurance, Critical Illness, EAP and LTD

We value our employees, and everyone has a voice in the organization.

Our Team Leads have a starting wage range of $35-$45 per hour based on experience and an assessment during the interview stage. Increases are then reviewed throughout employment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate extensive experience in interpreting welding and fabrication drawings, alongside strong expertise in electrical and hydraulic systems. The successful applicant will excel as a team player and leader, adept at managing a crew of employees and navigating the complexities that may arise during the production process.



Working closely with our in-house Engineering Team, the candidate will be instrumental in ensuring timely delivery of our projects. An eye for quality is essential to uphold the standards of our final products.

At AdvanTec, we operate with our core values in mind: “We love to help, we move fast to action, we build for the future, we thrive under pressure, and you can trust us to own it”. As a leader in the maritime manufacturing industry, we are renowned for our exceptional quality and outstanding customer service. If you possess the required qualifications and share our commitment to excellence, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Essential Functions for this Role are:

Working closely with our in-house Engineering Team, ensuring timely delivery of projects

Oversee AdvanTec Equipment Maintenance personnel or outsourcing needs

Provide support to the Production Manager

Daily crew talks

Daily scanned in hours between 80% or more

Collect and maintain department Preventive Maintenance sheets

Approve team payroll and vacation time

Progressive discipline in department as needed

Accountability for bi-annual performance reviews for all team members

Updating department Pace charts as needed

Monitor the flow of production; Prioritizing as required

Team Coordination: Coordinate the team and ensure they are applying all policies and procedures

Meeting Goals: Accountable for the team’s ability to meet production goals, overall schedule attainment

Track and record production numbers dailyProvide assistance as needed when equipment is down, or there are issues with supplies





Communicate to the department Production Manager if equipment is not operating properly.

Report any observed performance issues to the Production Manager

Lead by example (safety and workmanship)

Make sure all employees in the department are following safe work procedures

Perform work in a safe manner by following all safety rules and practices

Wear personal protective equipment (PPE): steel toed footwear, safety glass, face mask, etc.

Report any unsafe work practices or dangerous work habits

Monitor work area by checking for trip hazards, unsafe or faulty equipment and/or any unsafe conditions.

Work in accordance with documented procedures and complete all applicable records

Experience, Qualifications, and Skills required:

Minimum 2-years’ experience in a production facility and multicultural work staff workplace

Red Seal preferred in Millwright, Electrician or Welder/Fabricator

Demonstrate extensive experience in interpreting welding and fabrication drawings

Strong expertise in electrical and hydraulic systems

Experience with welding, fabrication, electrical and hydraulics, assembly and quality control

Excel as a team player and leader, adept at managing a crew of employees and navigating the complexities that may arise

Able to operate with our core values in mind: “We love to help, we move fast to action, we build for the future, we thrive under pressure, and you can trust us to own it”

Ship Building an asset

Strong leadership and communication skills, both verbal and written

An eye for quality is essential to uphold the standards of final product

Must be a team player – possess interpersonal skills

Excellent time management and organization

Comfortable with computers and learning new production equipment software applications as required

Thank you for your interest in AdvanTec Marine . We thank all applicants for their interest, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

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📌 Team Lead (British Columbia)
🏢 AdvanTec
📍 British Columbia