IT Systems Specialist

IT Systems Specialist

Weir Marine Engineering

Victoria, BC

Onsite/Hybrid

Purpose of Role: Working out of Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt, and as part of the Naval Information Technology Infrastructure and Communication Group, the IT Systems Specialist will support and contribute to ongoing and future IT projects and initiatives involving a large ecosystem of technologies. You will play an instrumental part in the testing and delivery of technology in a number of areas and interact directly with RCN users, stakeholders and IT support personnel. The position is technical in nature and will address technical work packages that require hands on work with technology, equipment and software, either in a remote lab setting, on a ship, submarine or a RCN data center. The position involves producing a variety of written technical artefacts, such as SOPs, Test Plans, diagrams and completing root cause analysis reports.

Learn more about us: http://www.global.weir/services/marine-engineering/

Why choose Weir:

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interact with clients, the end user and RCN IT groups to understand, extract and develop requirements, pain points, issues and concerns;
• Provide expertise and guidance to local RCN IT groups at CFB Esquimalt;
• Produce technical, and reference diagrams/documentation in accordance with the group’s style using established templates;
• Execute technical Work Packages
• Act as an escalation point for complex and high impact incidents;
• Conduct peer review of technical outputs from the team;
• Prepare and present technical presentation material to internal and external audiences with varying technical knowledge; and
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.
  
  

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

• Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for candidates that have the ability to perform the objectives above.
• Industry certifications such as VCA, VCP, MCSA and/or MCSE are an asset
• Demonstrated technical work experience in the field of IT in technologies (Microsoft Windows Server 2012R2 through 2022 operating systems, Active Directory Domain Services, Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 through 2019, Microsoft DNS, KMS, DHCP, print services, WDS, DFS and IIS, Windows 10 desktop operating system, with knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite including the Outlook client);
• Ability to work to tight timelines, take on additional responsibilities, and accept and introduce change in a positive manner; Demonstrated experience working well with customers of varying levels of technical expertise
• Ability to work cooperatively and productively with others to achieve results;
• You are extremely diligent; excellent communicator and facilitator, and have strong leadership skills; you can write very well in English; you can handle multiple concurrent assignments, are well organized; and
• Canadian citizenship, with 10 or more years residing in Canada with no periods longer than six continuous months out of country, is absolutely necessary as part of the requirements to obtain a government security clearance to the minimum level of Secret.
  
  

What We Offer You

Weir Marine Engineering (WME) has managed the Naval Engineering Test Establishment (NETE) on behalf of the Government of Canada since 1953. Through this association, WME has developed a unique capability to provide multidisciplinary engineering, testing and consulting services to government and industry.

Benefits

• Flexible, compressed work schedules, work from home or office
• Competitive compensation
• Vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
• Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage as well as:
• A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Medical Travel Insurance
• A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
  
  

Access to development resources to enhance your skills and/or advance your career including:

• Education Assistance Program
• Reimbursement for a professional membership
• Self-directed Mentoring
  
  

Under the Policy on COVID-19 Vaccination, new employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment, unless accommodated due to certified medical contraindications, religion, or other prohibited grounds under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

(Position 06-410)