Reporting to the Manager of deactivation-reactivation, you will be responsible for implementing and controlling the electrical deactivation of all shipboard systems. This role supports the Project Management Office (PMO) throughout the production and completion phases, ensuring the reactivation of these systems to hand back to the client. More specifically, you will:

• Ensure all departmental processes are adhered to.
• Follow all Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) mandates, specifically Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Review and support vessel-specific Set to Work (STW) documentation, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
• Support the Reactivation Manager in producing risk analyses, work permits and livening-up notices in line with the department procedures.
• Work closely with Production and Quality Control (QC) Departments to establish system completion and readiness for start up.
• Energize the systems and make sure everything is operational and ready for the STW.
• Work closely with the client to ensure their involvement, agreement, and sign-off on the procedure and STW documentation when completed.
• Organize and set up any required test configurations, ensuring all necessary equipment is onsite and available as per test plans and standards.
• Undertake a full, hands-on analysis of the vessel’s electrical distribution network to confirm that all shipboard systems are in alignment with supporting documentation. Provide red lines to the client as required.
• Attend and participate in project meetings as required by the PMO.
• Support HSE, QC, and production teams to ensure the vessel’s electrical infrastructure is safe and under LOTO where required.
• Support the Reactivation Manager to sequence reactivation phases based on client’s scope of work and the integrated master schedule.
• Work effectively with others within the project team environment.
• Work with the Scheduling and Planning Departments to establish production priorities based on reactivation requirements in the critical path to reduce the risk project delays.
• Actively participate in the LOTO procedures and assure the status is properly tracked with HSE.
• Continually promote HSE awareness by leading by example to ensure the safe performance of all employees involved in daily operations.
• Resolve any HSE issues brought to your attention in a timely manner and notify the HSE team immediately.
• Perform risk assessments for reactivation activities in collaboration with Production and HSE Departments, as well as with the client.
• Ensure the security of the project facilities and equipment.
• Ensure that Davie’s environmental policies are always respected.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical diploma in electricity, electromechanics, industrial electrical systems, or similar field.
• Québec electrical qualification certificate (Licence C) is an asset.
• Working mechanical knowledge of diesel engines, pumping systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Proficiency in French and English (written and spoken). Fluency in English is required for this position, as you will interact with English-speaking suppliers, stakeholders or clients.
• Proven track record in STW/commissioning activities on vessel life extension and refits.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the electrical field with shipyard-related experience.
• Good working knowledge of vessel electrical distribution networks.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot effectively.
• Successful completion of the security screening process and obtainment of the required security clearance under the Federal Government’s Contract Security Program (minimum of 5 years of residency in Canada, with no interruption of 6 consecutive months.

Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients.

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