Project Coordinator, Minor & Intermediate Vessels
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description :
PROJECT COORDINATOR, MINOR & INTERMEDIATE VESSELS
Fleet Renewal
16-month Term
Victoria
The Opportunity
In order to address the challenges brought on by constrained system capacity, aging major assets, and environmental sustainability, BC Ferries has recently launched a new Fleet Renewal organization that will see a large number of new major and minor vessels introduced to the fleet in the near term as well as significant builds and upgrades to shore-based infrastructure and facilities. These projects together form the largest capital investment in the company’s history.
The Project Coordinator provides a comprehensive range of technical, administrative and project management support and coordination activities to the program and project team(s) in addition to BCFS internal and external project stakeholders.
The Project Coordinator may be required to travel abroad at shipyards on occasion and for extended periods of time.
The Role
Reporting to the Program Manager, Minor & Intermediate Vessels, this role is integral to the achievement of company objectives, and you contribute value through key areas of oversight such as:
- Coordinates schedule for on-site acceptance team in shipyard, to ensure inspection activities are successfully completed.
- Prepares procurement documents (Purchase Requisitions) for equipment, systems, and services. Receives goods and services and closes procurement activities.
- Prepares, tracks and manages work orders for program activities.
- Supports program and project managers by reporting on projects scope, schedule and budget progress as required.
- Participates in design, construction and safety meetings; maintains records as required.
What you bring to the team
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, applied science, business or commerce, or combination of relevant work experience and education.
- 1-3 years progressive experience in providing support to technical projects, preferably in a marine/technical environment.
Join us!
If this sounds like your next great career move, please submit your resume and cover letter by September 1, 2025.
Additional Information
The target salary range: $83,500 - $104,300 per annum. The starting salary is determined based on the successful candidate’s knowledge and experience, and on internal equity.
"We connect communities and customers to people and places important in their lives”
At BC Ferries, our employees are our most important assets in delivering our commitment to customer safety, service and satisfaction. We support employment equity and diversity in the workplace and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About BC Ferries
From our early beginnings with just two vessels operating on a single route, today we have grown to be one of the largest and most complex ferry systems in the world, with 37 vessels supporting 25 routes along 1,600 kilometres of coastline. From April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024, our team of nearly 5,400 staff worked together to transport more people, vehicles, and goods than ever before. 22.6M passengers and 9.6M vehicles traveled with us on over 185K sailings — averaging more than 500 sailings per day. Our staff and crew are the heart of BC Ferries, every day they keep BC’s coast safe and moving.
Project Coordinator, Minor & Intermediate Vessels
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description :
PROJECT COORDINATOR, MINOR & INTERMEDIATE VESSELS
Fleet Renewal
16-month Term
Victoria
The Opportunity
In order to address the challenges brought on by constrained system capacity, aging major assets, and environmental sustainability, BC Ferries has recently launched a new Fleet Renewal organization that will see a large number of new major and minor vessels introduced to the fleet in the near term as well as significant builds and upgrades to shore-based infrastructure and facilities. These projects together form the largest capital investment in the company’s history.
The Project Coordinator provides a comprehensive range of technical, administrative and project management support and coordination activities to the program and project team(s) in addition to BCFS internal and external project stakeholders.
The Project Coordinator may be required to travel abroad at shipyards on occasion and for extended periods of time.
The Role
Reporting to the Program Manager, Minor & Intermediate Vessels, this role is integral to the achievement of company objectives, and you contribute value through key areas of oversight such as:
- Coordinates schedule for on-site acceptance team in shipyard, to ensure inspection activities are successfully completed.
- Prepares procurement documents (Purchase Requisitions) for equipment, systems, and services. Receives goods and services and closes procurement activities.
- Prepares, tracks and manages work orders for program activities.
- Supports program and project managers by reporting on projects scope, schedule and budget progress as required.
- Participates in design, construction and safety meetings; maintains records as required.
What you bring to the team
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, applied science, business or commerce, or combination of relevant work experience and education.
- 1-3 years progressive experience in providing support to technical projects, preferably in a marine/technical environment.
Join us!
If this sounds like your next great career move, please submit your resume and cover letter by September 1, 2025.
Additional Information
The target salary range: $83,500 - $104,300 per annum. The starting salary is determined based on the successful candidate’s knowledge and experience, and on internal equity.
"We connect communities and customers to people and places important in their lives”
At BC Ferries, our employees are our most important assets in delivering our commitment to customer safety, service and satisfaction. We support employment equity and diversity in the workplace and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About BC Ferries
From our early beginnings with just two vessels operating on a single route, today we have grown to be one of the largest and most complex ferry systems in the world, with 37 vessels supporting 25 routes along 1,600 kilometres of coastline. From April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024, our team of nearly 5,400 staff worked together to transport more people, vehicles, and goods than ever before. 22.6M passengers and 9.6M vehicles traveled with us on over 185K sailings — averaging more than 500 sailings per day. Our staff and crew are the heart of BC Ferries, every day they keep BC’s coast safe and moving.