Certification Officer

Thales Group

Victoria, BC, Canada
Base: $85,000 - $120,000 cdn; bonus/equity: variab...
Hybrid (60% onsite, 40% remote)
Classification society rules and regulations
Iacs and imo understanding
Solas and polar code knowledge
Thales Group is seeking a Certification Officer in Victoria, BC, to manage certification activities for various naval vessels, particularly supporting the Royal Canadian Navy. The role requires expertise in classification society regulations and involves collaborating with multiple stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective communication

Job Summary

  • The Certification Officer will manage certification activities for Royal Canadian Navy Arctic and Offshore Patrol Vessels and Joint Support Ship class vessels.
  • This role serves as the primary point of contact for Classification Society surveyors and coordinates all scheduled surveys and inspections.
  • Thales offers an extensive benefits program including company-paid extended health, dental, retirement savings plans with matching, and paid holidays.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Thales Group is seeking a Certification Officer in Victoria, BC, to manage certification activities for various naval vessels, particularly supporting the Royal Canadian Navy. The role requires expertise in classification society regulations and involves collaborating with multiple stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective communication.

Salary

Base: $85,000 - $120,000 CDN; Bonus/Equity: Variable compensation target included in range; Benefits: Extended Health, Dental, RRSP match, Paid Holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Classification Society rules and regulations
  • IACS and IMO understanding
  • SOLAS and Polar Code knowledge
  • Certification tracking and renewal processes
  • Liaison with Classification Society surveyors

Nice-to-have

  • Previous Marine Surveyor experience
  • Familiarity with Navy certification requirements
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration
  • Transport Canada Marine Engineer certificate
  • Experience with Technical Risk assessments

Key Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience with Lloyd's Register, ABS, or DNV rules
  • Minimum 5 years in vessel surveying or maintenance
  • Eligibility for Canadian Controlled Goods Program authorization
  • Ability to obtain NATO Secret clearance
  • English language proficiency required

Work Rights

Must be eligible for Canadian Controlled Goods Program and NATO Secret clearance

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