DESIGNATED OFFICIAL

Located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, Irving Shipbuilding has a proud history as Canada’s shipbuilder. A proud member of the J.D. Irving, Limited family of companies, we have been building quality vessels and fabricated modules for more than 50 years, and our Halifax Shipyard has been at the forefront of Canadian shipbuilding for 130 years.

Since 2012, we have invested more than $400 million in facilities, people, processes, and technology, making Halifax Shipyard one of the most modern and capable shipyards in the world.
Over the next 30 years our shipbuilders will construct 23 modern patrol ships and surface combatants for the Royal Canadian Navy as part of Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy, the largest defence procurement in Canadian history.

This year, we will deliver the lead Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship, the largest Navy ship built in Canada in 50 years. And we’re just getting started.
We’re growing our team with career-defining opportunities that will revitalize Canada’s shipbuilding industry and provide Canada’s sailors with the ships they need to protect Canada’s interests at home and abroad. Our workforce of over 2,000 will grow to more than 2,800 at peak construction of the Canadian Surface Combatants.

We have built more than 80% of Canada’s current combatant fleet and continue to perform maintenance and modernization work on the ships, including the Halifax-class frigates.

Reporting to the Manager Export Control the Designated Official will be responsible for evaluating and processing security applications.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct security assessments
• Perform and maintain security evaluations
• Conduct applicant interviews
• Submit applications for exemptions
• Prepare, maintain, and log project documents in both electronic and paper filing systems
• Coordinate security documentation requirements
• Conduct security briefs and orientation
• Perform background investigations

Qualifications and Experience:

• Post-secondary education in administration or business considered an asset
• Solid interviewing skills
• Experience providing administrative support
• Strong attention to detail
• Intermediate computer skills (MS Office)
• Solid communication skills, both verbal and written
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment; balancing multiple priorities

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).

To Apply for this Career Opportunity:

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview 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.

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