The St. Lawrence Seaway Management CorporationVerified Job Source

Ship Inspector

Saint-Lambert, QC
Hybrid
Posted Aug 28, 2026
1 position

$124,410–$139,152 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Oct 1, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 38 hours per week

Job summary

The Ship Inspector is responsible for conducting vessel inspections to ensure compliance with St. Lawrence Seaway regulations and reporting on safety and security data. They also provide technical expertise and coordinate with various external stakeholders and government agencies.

Job details

At the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation, our people come first. We are proud to make a real difference by contributing to a sustainable and efficient transportation of goods. Applying to join our dynamic team will make you an ambassador for a seaway that is essential to everyone’s daily life. Discover a workplace that promotes safety, diversity and innovation. Location: St. LambertProvince: Quebec (CA-QC)Assignment: Permanent# of openings: 1Salary: $124 410 to $139 152 Your role Do you want to play a key role in maintaining the Seaway System’s integrity by ensuring compliance with rules and regulations, conducting vessel inspections, and delivering technical expertise? Are you known for advocating for customer needs and driving practical solutions? If so, we want to hear from you. Our advantages Competitive compensation including a defined benefit pension plan, comprehensive group insurance, and virtual health care services; Hybrid work model combining flexibility and collaboration; Flexible work schedule of 37.5 hours per week; Generous paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance; Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP); Professional development, wellness programs, and much more! Your responsibilities Inspect vessels to ensure customer compliance with the rules and regulations governing the St. Lawrence Seaway System. Conduct inspections and analyze and report information related to accidents, incidents, and violations. Provide subject matter expertise to various SLSMC departments as required. Liaise and coordinate with external stakeholders, including Owners, Agents, Masters, Classification Surveyors and Underwriters, Pilotage, Transport Canada–Marine Safety, and other government agencies. Monitor and report on vessel safety, security, and compliance data. Perform enforcement duties as a designated Enforcement Officer under the Canada Marine Act. Your profile Holds post-secondary technical education; Minimum of eight (8) years of operational experience; Hold a valid Certificate of Competency as a Master Mariner for Canadian vessels or a valid Certificate of Competency as a Chief Engineer. Enforcement Officer qualification under the Canada Marine Act; Extensive knowledge of marine legislation, regulations, practices, and the operation and specifications of various vessel types; Specific knowledge in marine surveying, inspections, and accident investigation; Knowledge of applicable procedures, rules, standards, and safe work practices for performing duties Proficiency in French and English, both oral and written, to communicate effectively with captains and stakeholders; Valid Class G (Ontario) or Class 5 (Québec) driver’s licence with an insurable driving record; Eligible to obtain Marine Transportation Security Clearance. The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation is committed to diversity by encouraging an inclusive and equitable recruitment and work environment. We welcome everyone to apply, including candidates who identify as a member of one or more of the following groups: women, Indigenous persons, visible minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. We would love to connect with you about this opportunity. Please note that only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. Follow us on social media to see first-hand what we are all about!

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a post-secondary technical education and a valid Certificate of Competency as a Master Mariner or Chief Engineer. A minimum of eight years of operational experience and proficiency in both English and French are required.

Benefits

• Defined benefit pension plan • Comprehensive group insurance • Virtual health care services • Hybrid work model • Flexible work schedule • Generous paid time off • Employee and Family Assistance Program • Professional development • Wellness programs