Enter a job title or keyword

Supervisor, Engineering Team (Engineers & Technologists)

J.D. Irving


Job Location:

Dartmouth - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 7 September 2026 (26 days ago)
Application Deadline: 31 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Are you an experienced engineer or engineering technologist who enjoys developing people as much as solving technical challenges

Fleetway is seeking two supervisors to lead multidisciplinary groups of engineers and technologists supporting Canadas National Shipbuilding Strategy and Halifax Class Design Agent programs.

In this role you will combine technical leadership with people leadership. You will mentor and develop a high-performing team while contributing to complex marine engineering projects that directly support the operational readiness of the Royal Canadian Navy.

This is an opportunity to influence nationally significant defence programs help shape the next generation of engineering talent and build a rewarding leadership career within one of Canadas leading marine engineering organizations.

At Fleetway youll work alongside talented professionals solving complex engineering challenges while contributing to projects that have a direct impact on Canadas maritime defence capabilities.

If youre a collaborative leader who is passionate about developing people and contributing to complex engineering programs wed love to hear from you!



Responsibilities
  • Lead mentor and support a team of Engineers and Engineering Technologists.
  • Foster employee growth through coaching goal setting performance discussions and career development planning.
  • Promote a positive collaborative and high-performing team environment.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to ensure work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.
  • Collaborate with managers and program leaders to support resource planning and work assignments.
  • Monitor team workload utilization and skill development opportunities.
  • Support employee relations matters and provide day-to-day leadership to team members.
  • Ensure compliance with health safety environmental and quality requirements.
  • Perform administrative leadership responsibilities including timesheet approvals leave approvals and expense approvals.
  • Contribute directly to engineering project work as part of a working supervisor model.


Qualifications

Requirements

  • Diploma or Degree in Engineering Engineering Technology Naval Architecture Mechanical Systems or a related technical discipline.
  • 5 years of experience in marine engineering shipbuilding defence manufacturing industrial operations or similarly complex technical environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead coach mentor or develop technical professionals.
  • Strong interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Passion for developing people and building high-performing teams.
  • Ability to balance technical priorities with people leadership responsibilities.


Assets

  • Experience leading engineers technologists or technical specialists.
  • Experience supporting complex engineering projects or multidisciplinary teams.
  • Knowledge of naval marine shipbuilding defence or sustainment programs.
  • Professional Engineering (.) designation or eligible for registration.
  • Demonstrated experience developing talent succession planning or building technical capability within a team.

Were committed to Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Fleetway is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including those from underrepresented groups and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected supported and empowered to thrive.

We encourage applicants to self-identify if they belong to an underrepresented group as part of our commitment to equitable hiring practices and fostering a truly inclusive workforce.

If you require accommodations during the recruitment process please let us knowwere happy to help.




Required Experience:

Manager


About Company

Company Logo

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With ... View more

View Profile View Profile