As a Shipyard Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), your primary responsibility is to ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment within the shipyard. You will play a crucial role in supporting the shipbuilding and repair processes by diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of mechanical components, such as engines, propulsion systems, pumps, conveyors, and other machinery critical to shipyard operations. Perform removal and installation of propulsion systems including rudders, propellers, shafts and bearing assemblies

- Complete removal and installation of steering systems
- Install fire suppression systems (typically CO2)
- Conduct required maintenance as required on all mechanical systems
- Operate related equipment and tools which include but are not limited to forklifts, hoists, slings, grinders (portable and bench), cutting torches, hand tools, drills and punches
- Work in multiple environments from an indoor facility, elevated heights, which may include tasks performed on scaffolding, ladders, or other elevated structures, confined spaces within vessels, outside spaces with exposure to all elements
- Keep the shop/work site as a safe and clean environment to work in
- Policies and procedures and Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Regulations. Follow safety protocols and maintain, use and wear all personal protective equipment (PPE) applicable to the area you will be in or the operation or task you are about to conduct to prevent accidents. Ensure that materials on jobs in hand are being correctly charged to the proper job numbers, activity codes and/or others




- Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed to complete project deadlines
- Willing to go to apprenticeship training if applicable
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts
- Red Seal Certification or Apprentice of Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) an asset
- Be able to communicate in either English or French
- Be able to work overtime hours as required. 8" and 14" pipe wrench ~ Company Pension Matching Through our pension matching program, we assist our employees in building a stronger foundation for their retirement. Dental and Vision Care Keep your teeth healthy and your eyes sharp with comprehensive vision and dental coverage.

Disability Insurance

We offer access to Health insurance to keep you feeling great.

Life Insurance

On‐Site Parking With ample and secure on‐site parking, you can say goodbye to the time‐consuming search for a parking spot and the worry of finding a secure place for your vehicle. Monday to Friday 8am – 5pm Ability to commute/relocate ~ Meteghan River, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) One of the largest private boatyards in Atlantic Canada, our modern and well‐equipped facility can produce monohull or catamaran vessels in fiberglass, steel, aluminum or advanced composites. Theriault places a strong emphasis on construction quality, safety and stability of all boats, builds and repairs.

We pride ourselves not only on our expertise in crafting state‐of‐the‐art vessels but also on our commitment to excellence in shipyard repairs, ensuring the longevity and seaworthiness of both our new builds and existing maritime assets.

📌 Site Industrial Mechanic / Millwright (Meteghan River)
🏢 Theriault u0026 Son
📍 Meteghan River