Location: Nanaimo, BC
Department: Operations
Reports to: Base Operations Manager, Nanaimo
Make a Meaningful Impact on the Coast
At Western Canada Marine Response Corporation (WCMRC), our mission is simple but vital: to protect the West Coast through world-class marine spill preparedness and response.
We are looking for an Operations Coordinator to join our Nanaimo team on an 18-month fixed contract.
At WCMRC we are dedicated to protecting the environment through thoughtful decision-making, sustainable practices, and a commitment to mitigating potential risks. We value collaboration, where diverse perspectives and mutual respect enable us to adapt, innovate, and achieve excellence. If our values resonate with you, this is the opportunity for you.
What You’ll Do
As an Operations Coordinator, you will:
- Coordinate operations scheduling, including base level exercises, drills, and workorders.
- Support base staff in internal systems, such as the preventative maintenance program, finance systems and other relevant programs.
- Administer and track progress of Work Order completions with regular updates to base management team and Engineering & Maintenance Department.
- Support and coordinate the maintenance of WCMRC base/office facilities and equipment.
- Complete assigned tasks during certification exercises in accordance with the Oil Spill Response Plan.
- Support and schedule training events to ensure the readiness of contractors (vessels and land-based) within Zone of Responsibility (ZOR).
- Participate in monthly maintenance meetings to develop workforce plans to achieve maintenance requirements.
- Process timesheets, vessel and asset logbooks, and safety documentation
- Perform administrative duties such as booking meeting rooms, data entry and responding to internal and external inquiries.
- Distribute communication, including meeting agendas and minutes, and takes meeting minutes as required.
- Support the coordination of staff travel (flights/hotels).
- Demonstrate a tangible commitment to workplace safety practices; rigorously enforce all workplace safety policies and practices.
What You Bring
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Operations Management, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience coordinating operations activities
- Strong computer skills with ability to effectively utilize MS Office applications and other software applications, including the use of mobile devices
- Detailed-oriented problem solver with strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Collaborative team player with great communication and planning skills
Why Join WCMRC?
- The salary range for this position is $64,000 – $74,000 annually
- 4-day work week (9 hours and 40 minutes per day)
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities, including Incident Command System (ICS) certification and spill response exercises.
- Opportunity to make a tangible impact on environmental protection and marine safety
Ready to Apply?
Visit our website at www.wcmrc.com to learn more about us and click ‘Apply Now’ below to apply.
We thank you in advance for your response and regret that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.