Fleet Introduction Manager
in Dartmouth, NS

FLEET INTRODUCTION MANAGER
Located at 3099 Barrington Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3K 5M7, and 35 Micmac Boulevard, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3A 4Y8, Irving Shipbuilding has a proud history as Canada's shipbuilder. A proud member of the J.D. Irving, Limited group of companies, we have been building quality vessels and fabricated modules for more than 50 years, and our Halifax Shipyard has been at the forefront of Canadian shipbuilding for 130 years.
Since 2012, we have invested more than $400 million in facilities, people, processes, and technology, making Halifax Shipyard one of the most modern and capable shipyards in North America. Over the next 30 years our shipbuilders will construct 20 modern patrol ships and surface combatants for the Royal Canadian Navy as part of Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy, the largest defence procurement in Canadian history. This year we delivered the second lead Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship, the largest Navy ship built in Canada in 50 years and we're just getting started. The third ship will be delivered in 2022.
We are growing our team with career-defining opportunities that will revitalize Canada's shipbuilding industry and provide Canada's sailors with the ships they need to protect Canada's interests at home and abroad. Our workforce of over 2,000 will grow to more than 2,800 at peak construction of the Canadian Surface Combatants. We have built more than 80% of Canada's current combatant fleet and continue to perform maintenance and modernization work on the ships, including the Halifax-class frigates.
Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is seeking a Fleet Introduction Manager.
This is a permanent full-time role based in Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia. The primary language of work is English. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women (applying for non-traditional positions), persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of the 2SLGBTQ community. ISI encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter/resume portion of your application. Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment where all employees feel supported and valued.
The Fleet Introduction Manager fulfills a key role in the Canadian Surface Combatant (CSC) project. Reporting to the Senior Operability Manager in the Systems Engineering Department, the Fleet Introduction Manager will help build and lead a team of specialists to assist in the Design and Acceptance phases of the CSC project. This will involve supporting Human Systems Interface work, reviewing how equipment will be used for successful operations, and providing subject matter expertise during test, trials and acceptance work. The Fleet Introduction Manager will also assist in knowledge transfer to the Royal Canadian Navy during the ship acceptance phase. The Fleet Introduction Manager works across departments and with the customer.
Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree desired;
• 5 years of management experience in a naval environment, including experience in a major surface combatant, such as a frigate or destroyer, in a complex, multi-ship and multi-threat environment;
• Head Of Department or Chief of Department qualification desired;
• Significant relevant experience in leading shipborne operations;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; and
• Problem solving skills and ability to lead and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment;
• Operations Room Officer [or Principal Warfare Officer] experience, ideally with an anti-air warfare background; and
• Significant relevant experience in leading operations from a shipborne operations room.

All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership:
  • Leads a team of specialists to ensure that related design work and acceptance testing are completed efficiently and effectively, communicating within the team, within ISI and to external stakeholders on the progress of work;
  • As part of the Operability team, the Fleet Introduction Manager will be a member of the End User Integrated Product Team (IPT) and will support Human Systems Integration work as well as the Combat Systems and/or Platform Systems Integrated Product Teams, as applicable;
  • Advocates on the behalf of future End Users during internal and external discussions;
  • Helps to ensure that the CSC will be Fit for Purpose;
  • Helps to ensure synchronization across the Enterprise, considering personnel, equipment, training and sustainment readiness for programmatic milestones;
  • Develops leadership, managerial and technical skills of team specialists;
  • Builds strong relationships within the greater design and test and trials teams, within ISI and with the customer and vendors, building a "One Team" ethos across organizational and functional boundaries; and
  • As part of continuous improvement, refines and updates processes based on efficiencies and lessons identified related to the delivery of new ships to the Royal Canadian Navy.
• Knowledge Transfer:
  • Works with sub-contractors and vendors to describe future CSC capabilities in support of design work, customer expectations and potential future RCN doctrine development;
  • Supports development and execution of acceptance tests and trials; and
  • Provides subject matter expertise, as required, to support the customer.

Working Conditions:

• While the majority of work will happen in an office environment (ie 90% of the time), the Fleet Introduction Manager is expected to be able to work:
  • Onboard-ship, alongside and at sea, in conditions including extreme temperatures and weather, which will involve stairs, vertical ladders and entry into confined spaces (including tanks and voids); and
  • At sea, during contractor's sea trials, for periods of up to approx 14 days at a time.

What We Offer:
Irving Shipbuilding is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan;
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs;
• RRSP matching program;
• Health & Wellness reimbursements;
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development;
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Shipbuilding and the larger network of the JD Irving group of companies;
• Relocation costs (if applicable).

Please be advised that some positions within our business have been designated as 'Safety Sensitive' where the employee holding the position has a heightened responsibility for his/her own safety or the safety of others due to the nature of the job. If this is the case, you will be informed in the interview process.
For further details, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].
To Apply for this Career Opportunity:
Please complete the online application form. An up-to-date resume of past experience and education is required.
All applications will be reviewed by one of our recruiters. If the recruiter sees a potential opportunity (current or future) that matches your skills and experience, you will be contacted to discuss your qualifications for a position with Irving Shipbuilding.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
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Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.