CA$105K – CA$129KMidFull Time
The NDE Technician performs NDT on welds and components based on requests initiated by Production, QC or Engineering and approved by the NDE Supervisor. This position ensures that specifications, class rules, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions are followed and met at each stage of construction.
The successful candidate will carry out daily in-process or final NDE inspections to identify non-conformities with contract requirements, help develop corrective actions, and communicate requirements to shop personnel. This role may also be required to support the afternoon or graveyard shift team and/or assist with NDT coordination as needed. The NDE Technician works closely with the NDE Coordinator and reports directly to the NDE Supervisor.
Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 50 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver.
This is a 24 months limited term employment with eligible benefits and 15 days of vacation.
What you’ll do
Perform daily in-process and final NDE inspections, documenting and communicating results to the responsible supervisors.
Review NDT requests and results to ensure specifications, class rules, work instructions, and SOP requirements have been met for each inspection.
Ensure non-destructive testing is completed in accordance with approved procedures, the NDT plan, and QC/Engineering requirements.
Attend formal inspections with customers and regulatory bodies when required, documenting non-conformities and communicating results to responsible supervisors and the Quality Department.
Work with trade and area supervisors/managers to improve in-process quality.
Perform gap analyses of work instructions and SOPs for trade-specific systems, communicate findings to the respective area, and assist with revising or developing work instructions and SOPs as required.
Conduct periodic supplier audits to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
What you’ll bring
Current valid CGSB Level II MT and RT certification is required.
Minimum of 5 years of experience working as an NDE Technician in structural and piping applications.
UT and PT CGSB Level II certifications are considered an asset.
CWB CSA W178.2 Level 1 or 2 Welding Inspector certification, or AWS CWI with the ability to obtain CWB certification, is considered an asset.
Relevant trade experience is considered an asset.
Detailed understanding of the fabrication, installation, commissioning, and testing of trade-specific systems.
Solid understanding of quality control and inspection procedures.
Proven ability to read and interpret manufacturing and shop drawings.
Proven ability to develop Quality Plans and Inspection and Test Plans.
Strong technical skills, including knowledge of quality techniques and their practical application.
Technical understanding of common NDT methods and their application to meet contract, regulatory, and statutory requirements for trade-specific systems.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong technical writing skills.
Strong customer service focus.
Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and integrity.
Strong digital literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and solve problems effectively.
Good judgment and reasoning skills.
Ability to work with limited direction.
Ability to obtain Industrial Security clearance.
Why you’ll love working here
This role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate’s experience.
We also provide the best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including things such as extended health care (i.e. paramedical services for massage therapy, speech therapy, mental health coverage, physiotherapy, and more), dental care, vision care, $500 personal spending account, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
Free on-site gym.
Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.
The estimated salary for this position is $105,300 - $128,700. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate’s skills and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.
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Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.
To learn more, visit our website: www.seaspan.com
This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.
Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at recruit@seaspan.com for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.
