The Trade Supervisor, Steel (Afternoon Shift) is responsible for leading their team of tradespeople by coordinating and overseeing completion of trade activities within the Shipyard.

The General

Supervisor, Steel will ensure that projects are completed efficiently, safely and in compliance with all regulations and company standards. The position reports directly to an Area Manager and requires significant interaction with Trade Management.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 50 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver.

Afternoon: 3:30 pm – 11:30 pm (Monday - Friday). Assume accountability for safety, cost, schedule and quality performance in area of responsibility. Implement and carry out Seaspan's health, safety, environmental and quality processes on the shop floor and strive to eliminate safety hazards at every chance.

Responsible for delivering product and customer quality standards. Lead team with schedule and priorities, assigning work to trade employees with the skill and ability to efficiently complete scheduled work. Follow and implement the collective agreement and standard methodologies to lead trades employees efficiently.

Responsible for discipline, including performance and attendance management and directing chargehands effectively. Partner with the Workforce Development Team to ensure trade employees have the skills, equipment, training and certifications required to perform planned work activities. Collaborate with management to establish daily and weekly goals and hold employees accountable for performance; Raise technical trade issues and implement solutions as identified.

Work closely with Trade Managers, HSE, Quality, Human Resources and the Employee Relations teams as required.

Red Seal

Welder (preferred) or Metal Fabricator; multi‐ticketed is an asset. Minimum 5 years of related trades work experience outside of trades apprenticeship or educational program.



A minimum of an additional 3 years of previous supervisory experience in a heavy industrial environment, preferably unionized.

Dedication to safety and quality, with experience in the application of behavioural based safety. Proficient knowledge of trade responsibilities specific to heavy manufacturing/shipbuilding (welding, metal fabrication, electrical, pipefitting, paint/sandblasting, mechanical, rigging, etc.). Time management and organization skills with a proven dedication to follow‐up and follow-through.

Appreciation and understanding of the value of diversity within a team. Proficiency with MS Office products and web‐based applications. This is a full‐time, permanent position with job stability. Annual bonus, pension plan matching, and a competitive salary in line with experience.

Best‐in‐class health and wellness benefits package (extended health care, dental care, vision care, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, $500 personal spending account, Employee Family Assistance Program). Free on‐site gym. The estimated salary for this position is $112,500–$137,500 plus a shift premium for the afternoon shift.

In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful candidate's skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by ITAR and the U.Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and the Defense Production Act.

The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout employment in this position. Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities.

📌 Trade Supervisor, Steel (Afternoon Shift) (North Vancouver)
🏢 Seaspan ULC
📍 North Vancouver