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Position Title Faculty, Marine Engineering
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Position Summary BCIT's School of Transportation is seeking a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE) Faculty, Marine Engineering to instruct/facilitate Ship Construction, Naval Architecture, Drafting, Engineering Knowledge, Electrotechnology/High Voltage, Automation and Control, Applied Engineering Sciences and workshop courses. The ideal candidate will be able to bring industry experience into the classroom, develop course and program curriculum, deal with relevant operational and educational issues, and cultivate positive relationships with students.
BCIT is one of Canada's largest post-secondary institutes, with more than
45,000 students enrolled in certificate, diploma, apprenticeship and degree
programs.
The Marine Campus, conveniently located in North Vancouver, is a premier
provider of marine training in Canada. Many instructors are marine engineers
with worldwide and local experience, utilizing their extensive skills to
deliver a wide variety of marine engineering courses.
Duties & Responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Classroom instruction to cadets, entry-level, upgrader, PTS or Industry
Services students;
Workshop and laboratory instruction and supervision;
Instructional counseling, evaluation and preparation;
Administrative responsibilities, including assignments, examination
marking, and student evaluation;
Curriculum development, maintenance and program enhancement;
Administrative processes required to ensure appropriate resources are in
place to deliver training;
Other duties directly related to instruct/facilitate of trades and
vocational programs;
Input into development of modifications to workshop and instructional
areas.
Preparing and presenting online teaching, classroom lectures, classroom
management; practical demonstrations, and working
collectively/collaboratively with the Marine Engineering Department Head
and faculty members.
Maintaining a commitment to the campus' quality management system per ISO
9001:2015.
Student supervision on industry field trips.
This position is not just about teaching marine engineering concepts; it also
requires a person willing to:
Motivate students to learn,
Provide an inclusive, diverse and safe learning environment in the
classroom, laboratory and workshop;
Teach employability skills and assist with time management, and
Provide mentorship, support for students who are struggling, and challenge
the students who are excelling.
A commitment to teaching excellence and preparation of outstanding
graduates is foremost.
Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS :
Valid First or Second-Class STCW Motor or Steam Combined Certificate of
Competency or valid qualifications for Electrical engineering/automation &
controls.
Minimum five years seagoing engineer experience/shore-based position while
in possession of a valid
STCW
First or Second-Class Motor or Steam Combined or Degree or Diploma in
either Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,
Electrical Engineering or Control & Automation Engineering with relevant
experience.
First-class Canadian Certificate of Competency
Solid communication skills (excellent command of the English language,
both written and oral).
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Demonstrated computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and
presentation software.
Prior teaching experience and mentoring trainees is an asset.
Additional Information Benefits – Why you'd love working with us
Competitive pay
Minimum of forty-six days of annual leave prorated per year.
Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan including access
to a Health Care Spending Account of up to $500 if eligible!
Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
Professional Development funds and resources
Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre,
Gymnasium, and more
Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the
employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is
temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits,
click here!
BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to
promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have
been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This
includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with
disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates
are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents
will be given priority.
Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the
application or hiring process should contact us using our contact form.
Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page
portal. Applications submitted through the contact form will not be
accepted. For additional information, please visit our frequently asked
questions (FAQs) page and see how we hire.
The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses
are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations
of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ
(Tsleil-Waututh).
Salary Range Salary Range: $82,891 - $122,857 per annum.
Additional Salary Information Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment.
Position Details
Posting Category Faculty
Department 2 Marine Programs
Campus Location Marine campus
Bargaining Unit BCGEU Faculty
Job Status Regular
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Start Date 06/01/2026
Anticipated End Date
Competition Information
Competition Number 26GEUF002
Competition Open Date 01/28/2026
Competition Close Date
Open Until Filled? Yes
Quicklink for Posting https: // careers.bcit.ca/postings/10116
Supplemental Questions
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What is the highest level of education attained? Successful candidates will be required to submit official transcript(s) from the granting institution for verification.
GED
High School Diploma
Certificate
Diploma
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
PHD
How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
0-1
1-2
3-5
6-9
10+
All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
I currently reside in the Lower Mainland
I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate
I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate
Where a successful applicant places within the salary range is dependent on education, experience, and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Are you satisfied with being placed on this range?
Yes
No
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume
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