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Engineering Superintendent Auxiliary Vessels


Company : Employment and Social Development Canada


Location : Halifax,


Created : 2026-01-31


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Engineering Superintendent Auxiliary Vessels National Defence- The Royal Canadian Navy Closing date: February 11, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time Selection process number 25-DND-EA-NAST-546473 Salary $93,148 to $106,393 Level GT-06 Who can apply Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad. Organization information For further information on the organization, please visit National Defence. Duties Plan, coordinate, and adjust operational and maintenance schedules to address staffing shortages, urgent operational requirements, and adverse weather conditions. Manage and monitor vessel Planned Maintenance Systems, ensuring maintenance tasks, inspections, certifications, and reporting requirements are met. Coordinate maintenance, repairs, and refits for all Auxiliary Fleet vessels. Ensure work is completed safely, to standard, and on schedule to support operational readiness. Lead and oversee marine operations and fleet management activities, including the supervision, administration, and performance management of engineering personnel. Plan, monitor, and manage budgets for maintenance, repair, and engineering support activities. Track expenditures and ensure cost effective use of resources. Work closely with contractors, repair facilities, QHM operations, and technical authorities to coordinate maintenance activities and ensure timely project completion. Work environment Together, DND and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) form the largest and most complex organization in Canada. DND''s role is to provide services and support to the CAF in their operations and missions at home and abroad. DND and the CAF work sidebyside to fulfill the Government of Canadas mission to defend Canada and Canadians and contribute to international peace, security and stability efforts. At DND we foster a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, learn, progress in their careers and have job satisfaction over the longterm. Youll enjoy: A career among a dynamic and dedicated team Opportunities for advancement A diverse, respectful and inclusive work environment A total benefits package including a competitive salary, health and dental insurance plans, pension plan and a variety of leave entitlements We are seeking people with Engineering Experience who would enjoy a fun work experience in a dynamic work environment on the water. You will become a member of the Canadian Forces Auxiliary Team and work supporting the Royal Canadian Navy ships and submarines in their daily homeport activities. Embarking on this journey will provide you with a stable career in which your marine skills will be valued while allowing you to be home almost every night! On top of completing critical work that directly supports the Royal Canadian Navy, you will also enjoy the many benefits of working for the Department of National Defence (DND). Intent of the process The intent of this process is to fill one (1) position on an indeterminate (permanent) basis in Halifax, Nova Scotia. A pool of partially or essentially qualified candidates may be established through this process and may be used to staff identical or similar positions at the Department of National Defence. Positions to be filled 1 Operational Requirements Willing and able to work overtime as required Willing and able to travel as required Willing and able to comply with applicable safety regulations and procedures including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment. You need (essential for the job) Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following Essential qualifications are qualifications that you must meet in order to be considered for the position. This means that when you apply, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience listed below. ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: ED. A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives (see Note 1). Note: 1. The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are: A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience. Candidates who already meet both of the following criteria must be accepted as meeting the secondary school diploma requirement: Candidates who have achieved a satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; and Candidates who have been appointed or deployed for an indeterminate period to a position in the GT classification. The opportunity to be assessed by at least one of the two employer-approved alternatives must be offered to candidates who have not previously met the secondary school diploma requirement. Candidates who were appointed or deployed on an indeterminate basis using an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience meet the secondary school requirement for the GT classification only and must be reassessed for entry to other classifications on the basis of this alternative. ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE: EX1. Experience in marine operations and fleet management, including leadership, administration and supervision of engineering personnel. EX2. Experience coordinating and adjusting schedules or work plans for self and others to accommodate staffing shortages, urgent operational or maintenance needs, and adverse weather conditions. EX3. Experience providing advice and recommendations to senior management. EX4. Experience working with vessel Planned Maintenance Systems. EX5. Experience working with budget administration. Applied / assessed at a later date COMPETENCIES: C1. Demonstrating integrity and respect C2. Thinking things through C3. Working effectively with others C4. Showing initiative and being action oriented C5. Communication**Communication refers to writing, expressing ideas (e.g. orally, using nonverbal language such as sign language, or using assistive technology), and active listening, which allow you to understand and be understood by others. Language requirements (essential for the job) We''re committed to providing an inclusive and barrierfree work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to selfdeclare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply. As means to support our military families, consideration may first be given to the spouses or commonlaw partners of serving Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members. The Department of National Defence is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team that reflects Canada''s population. To achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates selfdeclaring as belonging to one or more of the designated groups: Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and women. We encourage you to indicate if you belong to any of the designated groups when you apply. Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first. We''d like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr