**Location:**Halifax, Nova Scotia
**Department:**Engineering
**Reports To:**VP Engineering

###About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and technically capableDeputy Program Managerto support engineering program execution and project governance across our marine operations. This role plays a key part in ensuring consistent project and quality management practices while supporting capital programs, vessel and terminal maintenance initiatives, and regulatory coordination.

Working closely with the VP Engineering and cross-functional teams, the Deputy Program Manager will help drive project oversight, engineering administration, and continuous improvement in maintenance and quality systems across the organization.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work onmarine vessels, terminals, and capital projectsacross Atlantic Canada while contributing to the long-term reliability and performance of critical transportation infrastructure.

###Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of standardizedproject management and quality management practicesacross the organization.
• Assist inproject tracking, reporting, and coordinationfor engineering initiatives.
• Administer internal programs includingE1, E2, and Charter Offsets.
• Support monitoring and reporting onengineering budgets and capital programs.
• Maintain and administerlong-range maintenance plansfor vessels and terminals.
• Coordinate engineering engagement withTransport Canadafor capital projects and regulatory requirements.
• Manage individual engineering or capital projects as assigned.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance ofengineering policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Support improvements tomaintenance management systems and tools.
• Manage and maintain engineering content onSharePoint and Compass intranet platforms.
• Overseeengineering documentation quality managementfor vessels and terminals.
• Administermajor project contracts and terms & conditions.
• Assist with coordination ofmajor repairs and maintenance activities, including contractor engagement.
• Manage engineeringdepartment administration, task lists, and meeting coordination.
• Monitor and support adherence to the organization’sAsset Modification policies and procedures.

###Qualifications and Experience

-Engineering degreeor equivalent education and experience inmarine engineering, project management, or quality management.

• Experience supporting or managingtechnical or engineering projects. -**Project Management certification (PMP)**or quality management certification considered an asset.
• Experience within themarine or maritime industrystrongly preferred.
• Experience withquality systems or ISO certification frameworksconsidered an asset.
• Leadership experience withinmarine operations or Transport Canada regulatory environmentsis an asset.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to workindependently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency withMicrosoft 365 toolsincluding SharePoint, Excel, Word, and Teams.

###Working Conditions

• Primarily anoffice-based role in Halifax, with regular travel to vessels, docks, and terminal facilities throughout Atlantic Canada.
• Requires avalid driver’s license and passport.
• Occasionalevening, weekend, and overnight travelmay be required.
• Must be able toaccess all areas of vessels and terminals, including climbing ladders and entering confined spaces where appropriate.

###Why Join Us

• Work onmajor marine infrastructure and vessel programsacross Atlantic Canada.

• Collaborate with experienced marine engineering and operations professionals.

• Opportunity to contribute tolarge capital projects and fleet maintenance planning.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

  Deadline for Applications:March 29, 2026