Technologist / Specialist - Nete

Technologist / Specialist
NETE Weir Marine Engineering (WME)
Halifax, LaSalle, Lévis or Victoria
On-Site – Hybrid
Purpose of Role:
Our mission is ‘To protect the Best Interests of the Navy”.
We are looking for a qualified candidate to work within the integrated Mechanical Engineering Systems and Equipment team. The position can be based in Halifax, LaSalle, Lévis or Victoria . Eligible to obtain a Government of Canada security clearance, which requires Canadian citizenship and 10 years of residence in Canada (Mandatory)
Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting, and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It is a big challenge – but it is exciting.
An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress, and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.
Feel empowered to be yourself and belong. Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where everyone's contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent, and authentic in everything we do.
Key Responsibilities:

• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.
• Management and maintenance of any developed information and records within the RCN and NETE systems of record
• Review of technical documentation for quality improvement initiatives;
• Provision of on-site technical support
• Assessment is conducted based on a survey of the system’s status from the perspective of Physical State, Testing, Configuration, Regulation, Certification, and Preventive and Corrective Maintenance
• Assisting with the development and review of solutions to technical problems including engineering change proposals; and
• Assessment and reporting of a system’s material state at all points throughout a ship’s operational cycle including during Maintenance prior to ship deployments, Docking Work Periods and New Construction
• Developing good working relationship within the broader stakeholder organizations to ensure effective coordination of support activities
• Developing and maintaining process and planning associated with NETE’s support of the MSV Program
• Providing subject matter expertise for designated systems and equipment during design, installation/implementation, operation, and maintenance activities including:
• Support of technical investigations and engineering studies;
• Optimization of maintenance documentation and schedules;

Job Knowledge/Education:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and the O365 environment
• Well-developed technical writing and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with maintenance procedures and documentation
• Recognized technologist certification or certified to the RQ-PO1, QL-6 or QL-7 level of military technical training
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills, able to meet project deadlines with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Able to manage a mix of office and shipboard/dockyard work: shipboard work includes climbing ladders in/out of machinery spaces in order to access equipment during shipboard physical surveys and inspections

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge in the maintenance, operation, design and/or troubleshooting of a wide range of marine systems
• Previous DRMIS/SAP experience
• Familiarity with certification requirements including, but not limited to, Classification Societies, SOLAS/IMO, IEEE, CSA, Naval Ship Code, and DND regulations is an asset
• Previous experience working within the Royal Canadian Navy or Canadian Coast Guard

What We Offer You
Weir Marine Engineering (WME) has managed the Naval Engineering Test Establishment (NETE) on behalf of the Government of Canada since 1953. Through this association, WME has developed a unique capability to provide multidisciplinary engineering, testing, and consulting services to government and industry.
Benefits

• Vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
• Competitive compensation
• A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage as well as:
• Flexible, compressed work schedules, work from home or office
• A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
• Medical Travel Insurance

Access to development resources to enhance your skills and/or advance your career including:

• Reimbursement for a professional membership
• Self-directed Mentoring
• Education Assistance Program

Under the Policy on COVID-19 Vaccination, new employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment, unless accommodated due to certified medical contraindications, religion, or other prohibited grounds under the Canadian Human Rights Act.
Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient, and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water, and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.