JOB DESCRIPTION
The Senior Scheduler for Ship Repair is an experienced role that focuses on sequencing work through change and maintaining the schedule throughout the project lifecycle. The role involves closely monitoring timelines, identifying potential delays, and coordinating with other functions and subcontractors to implement corrective actions. This position is a key communicator of project health.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitoring schedule adherence on a ship.
• Ensure schedule budgets are maintained to accurately match project contracts as the scope of work evolves to include cancellations, adjustments, and increases in scope of work.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure activity breakdown, logic sequence, are accurately maintained in the project schedule.
• Utilize contract documentation and estimating work/material to create the project schedule.
• Daily maintenance of the Project Schedule to ensure the current progress of the project is accurately represented.
• Utilize contract documentation and estimating work/material to create the project schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary degree; preferably in technical, engineering, or related discipline.
• 5-8+ years of experience in a similar role, or in a shipbuilding environment.
• Experience in ship repair and the ability to effectively sequence work scopes is essential.
• While experience with scheduling tools is advantageous, it is not a requirement as training will be provided.
• Lean/Six sigma Yellow and Green Belts would be considered assets.
• Experience using AutoCAD would be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of naval repair methods is considered useful.
• High levels of familiarization with ship construction terminology.
• Primavera P6 experience is an asset.
• Ability to multi-task work under pressure in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be a team player and self-starter.

Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Please note this position requires a full-time, in-office presence.
ABOUT US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.
By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.
At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.
We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.