LABOURER, SEMI-SKILLED SERVICES- WOODSIDE INDUSTRIES

Located at 3099 Barrington Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3K 5M7, and 35 Micmac Boulevard, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3A 4Y8, Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada’s National Shipbuilder. Over the next 30 years, our shipbuilders will construct 20+ modern patrol ships and surface combatants for the Royal Canadian Navy as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

We have built more than 80% of Canada's current combatant fleet and continue to perform maintenance and modernization work on these vessels. We are committed to building the best ships, with the best workforce in the best facilities. By joining our team of more than 2,300 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic, diverse, and family-friendly career with a company dedicated to your success, learning, health, wellness, 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.

Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is seeking a Labourer, Semi-Skilled Services.

This is a permanent full-time role based in Dartmouth, 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. Irving Shipbuilding Inc. (ISI) encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter/resume portion of your application. ISI is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment where all employees feel supported and valued. ISI is committed to working towards a barrier-free workplace and to expanding the accessibility of the workplace to persons with disabilities. Candidates who require accommodation during the selection process are invited to contact recruitment@irvingshipbuilding.com.

Qualifications:

• Education Required: High School Diploma
• Years of Experience Required: 2+ years
• Ability to work with different types of materials or products such as general metal products, construction materials solvents or coatings including understanding or able to learn mixing industrial marine coatings and products.
• Problem solving skills required
• Must be able to wear respiratory protection as required
• Physical effort and work conditions: Able to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, and climb
• Must be capable of working at heights from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms and in extreme confined spaces
• Frequently handle, lift, carry, and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to fifty (50lbs) pounds
• Occasionally lift and carry items that weigh over fifty (50lbs) pounds
• Work may be performed indoors and outdoors in environmental conditions
• You must be eligible to work in Canada to apply for this job
• A pre-employment physical is required
• A background check will be performed by the Employer
• Support extended hours and overtime as business needs dictate
• Able to operate power and hand tools (like measuring tape) 
• Able to read a drawing or blueprint is skills considered and asset
• Industrial sewing machine operation skills considered and asset

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:

• Apply safe work practices to all work performed 
• Tasks will include cleaning of shop, ship, and required to be trained to operate a forklift
• Use and maintain tools and equipment required for performing various work activities
• Assist in docking and undocking vessels
• Setup for specified work on a vessel or job site 
• Able to learn surface preparation, coating application and apply those skills
• Perform fire watch and confined space watch duties 
• Able to work with minimal supervision 
• Assist skilled-trades workers within the shipyard performing general labour work   
• Compartment turnover readiness and cleaning
• Able to safely and efficiently be able to use different types of power tools
• Being a team player is a must  

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
• Participation in the Boilermaker National Pension Plan;
• 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.
• All other benefits and wages outlined in Local 73 Collective Agreement

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.

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.