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Production Supervisor, Paint Training and Coaching

@ JDI

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Full-time
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Overview

JDI is hiring a full-time Training and Coaching Supervisor for its Irving Shipbuilding operations. The role supports apprentices and skilled trades development through training program delivery, record keeping, skill gap analysis and action planning, and provides backup to production supervision. The posting asks for a Red Seal or equivalent trade certificate and industrial marine experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Mentor apprentices on-the-job toward Red Seal certification
  • Deliver and develop trade training
  • Supervise a team of skill coaches or trainees
  • Support recruitment interviews and outreach
  • Provide production backup for supervisor absences

Requirements summary:

  • Red Seal trade certificate or equivalent
  • Technical familiarity with industrial marine new construction and repair
  • Leadership, mentoring or coaching experience
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to deliver presentations and public speaking
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; NACE certificate an asset

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Employer posting date
2026-10-28
First seen by our source
2026-10-28
Source record updated
2026-10-28

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Office
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsRed Seal, NACE
Encouraged to applyWomen, People with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQ+

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Job description

The Training & Coaching Supervisor will play an integral role in supporting both apprentices, and the continuous development of the skilled trades in the work force. This will be achieved through training program development, facilitating employee training, record keeping, continuous learning initiatives, identifying employee’s skill gaps and developing then implementing an action plan that aligns with the goals of the company.

  • Apprentice skill development: Monitor and support the on-the-job skill development of our apprentices through mentoring, coaching and training in progression towards Red Seal certification
  • Deliver and develop trade training
  • Perform Supervisor responsibilities for team of skill coaches or trainees
  • Support recruitment activities by participating in interviews/selection processes and supporting outreach interventions.
  • Provide back up to production for supervisor absenteeism
  • Red Seal trade certificate or equivalent
  • Proficient in Microsoft office suite of programs
  • NACE Certificate considered an asset
  • Technically Familiar with industrial marine new construction & repair
  • Able to deliver presentations and public speaking
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, or coaching abilities

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, 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.

We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We 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 a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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