Location: Charlottetown, PE
Department: Engineering
Reports To: VP Engineering
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organized and technically capable
Deputy Program Manager to support engineering program execution and project governance across our marine operations. This role plays a key part in ensuring consistent project and quality management practices while supporting capital programs, vessel and terminal maintenance initiatives, and regulatory coordination.
Working closely with the VP Engineering and cross-functional teams, the Deputy Program Manager will help drive project oversight, engineering administration, and continuous improvement in maintenance and quality systems across the organization.
This position offers a unique opportunity to work on
marine vessels, terminals, and capital projects across Atlantic Canada while contributing to the long-term reliability and performance of critical transportation infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the implementation of standardized project management and quality management practices across the organization.
- Assist in project tracking, reporting, and coordination for engineering initiatives.
- Administer internal programs including E1, E2, and Charter Offsets.
- Support monitoring and reporting on engineering budgets and capital programs.
- Maintain and administer long-range maintenance plans for vessels and terminals.
- Coordinate engineering engagement with Transport Canada for capital projects and regulatory requirements.
- Manage individual engineering or capital projects as assigned.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of engineering policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
- Support improvements to maintenance management systems and tools.
- Manage and maintain engineering content on SharePoint and Compass intranet platforms.
- Oversee engineering documentation quality management for vessels and terminals.
- Administer major project contracts and terms & conditions.
- Assist with coordination of major repairs and maintenance activities, including contractor engagement.
- Manage engineering department administration, task lists, and meeting coordination.
- Monitor and support adherence to the organization's Asset Modification policies and procedures.
Qualifications and Experience
- Engineering degree or equivalent education and experience in marine engineering, project management, or quality management.
- Experience supporting or managing technical or engineering projects.
- Project Management certification (PMP) or quality management certification considered an asset.
- Experience within the marine or maritime industry strongly preferred.
- Experience with quality systems or ISO certification frameworks considered an asset.
- Leadership experience within marine operations or Transport Canada regulatory environments is an asset.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools including SharePoint, Excel, Word, and Teams.
Working Conditions
- Primarily an office-based role in Digby or Halifax or Caribou NS, Charlottetown or Wood Islands PE, or Saint John NB,, with regular travel to vessels, docks, and terminal facilities throughout Atlantic Canada.
- Requires a valid driver's license and passport.
- Occasional evening, weekend, and overnight travel may be required.
- Must be able to access all areas of vessels and terminals, including climbing ladders and entering confined spaces where appropriate.
- Work on major marine infrastructure and vessel programs across Atlantic Canada.
- Collaborate with experienced marine engineering and operations professionals.
- Opportunity to contribute to large capital projects and fleet maintenance planning.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Deadline for Applications: July 19, 2026
