Careers
MarineLabs is a rapidly scaling technology company based in Victoria, BC, Canada. Our work spans many disciplines and domains! If you are talented, collaborative, and passionate about applying your skills toward data-enabled maritime safety and resilient coastlines, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to us at careers@marinelabs.io.
Opportunities
Account Executive
MarineLabs is a Coastal Intelligence data company that owns and operates a fast-growing fleet of rugged, rapidly deployable real-time ocean weather instruments, producing reliable high-resolution weather data products, offered on a subscription basis, for customers in Port and Maritime industries.
We are seeking a dynamic Account Executive with B2B / Enterprise sales experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving sales growth by developing relationships with new clients and nurturing existing accounts. This role requires a driven, strategic thinker who is technology savvy and responsive with a passion for using cutting-edge technology to improve safety and efficiency for customers in port regions.
Responsibilities
- Identify, target, and build relationships with potential customers in the maritime sector
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers.
- Develop complex account plans with deep and supporting research using all available data sources to understand the customers organization and needs
- Maintain a high level of activity and quality on CRM management.
- Conduct presentations, product demos, and issue demo subscriptions
- Negotiate contracts and close agreements.
- Provide feedback to the product and marketing teams.
- Stay up-to-date with smart port and other industry trends and competitors.
Qualifications
- Proven sales experience, preferably in B2B Enterprise in the marine or tech industry.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to build rapport and collaborate with others within the company and externally.
- Willingness and ability to travel often for conferences, trade shows, meetings
- Exceptional capacity to learn new technical tools and systems quickly
The position is full time and follows a hybrid work model. We offer a competitive compensation package including a commission structure, health benefits, and robust vacation programs. We’d love to hear from candidates of all backgrounds, orientation and abilities.
Please send your CV and a cover letter in your application that details what attracts you to this position and why you would be a good fit at MarineLabs to careers@marinelabs.io.
Marine Operations Manager
MarineLabs is a fast moving Coastal Intelligence data company that owns and operates a growing fleet of super rugged and rapidly deployable ocean weather instruments, producing reliable high-resolution data products in real-time to benefit marine safety and climate resilience.
MarineLabs is seeking a Marine Operations Manager. The work involves monitoring, commissioning, deployment, and maintenance of the MarineLabs fleet of sensor units. Marine Operations manager will manage contractors and handle field logistics, including: shipment of equipment to/from remote field locations, communications, and sourcing supplies and services. They will maintain and improve safety standards during operations onboard vessels; and assume responsibility for safe and effective operation of complex experimental equipment. This person will also assist in production assembly and all other aspects of field data collection including instrument calibration, data acquisition, fieldwork event/record keeping, and engineering requirements.
Responsibilities
Leading/Managing
- Plan, manage, and improve the efficiency and safety of field operation campaigns.
- Oversee marine operations contractors, vessels, and related stakeholders.
- Implement and monitor safety protocols and training programs for team members.
Field Operations
- Maximize the uptime and availability of data services from field deployed instruments.
- Uphold the highest standards of maritime safety and environmental compliance.
- Optimize fleet performance through regular monitoring and analysis of sensor units’ operational data.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose problems on existing and new equipment that may be malfunctioning from time to time.
- Develop and execute maintenance programs.
- Prepare measurement systems, safety equipment, and other equipment ahead of field work campaigns, which may involve preparation of moorings for field deployments and/or contribute to deployment and maintenance of moored buoys.
- Collaborate with other Engineering and Operations team members to handle shipping and receiving of portions of the hardware supply chain and field operations.
- Execute Quality assurance, Pre-commission, and R&D tests meeting the criteria described by the Director of Engineering and Operations.
- Assist the Engineering team with documentation of assembly, components, commissioning, and inventories using company standard practices while keeping an eye on possible improvements.
Technical
- Assembly, test, and commission MarineLabs equipment with attention to detail while meeting all company specifications.
- Assist the Engineering team in the design activities related to QA and QC testing of technologies as well as CAD, calculations, and testing to support the development of new electrical hardware.
- Provide feedback on design and effectiveness of test-rigs for quality assurance, pre-commission, and R&D purposes, including recommending upgrades to designs, processes, and/or tooling to improve repeatability, reliability, and costs.
Qualifications Needed
Must Have Qualifications
- College diploma or Bachelor degree in maritime studies, marine engineering, or related engineering technology field.
- 3+ years experience in the maritime industry or related engineering field.
Nice to Have Qualifications
- Proficiency in marine operations and deployment of ocean sensors.
- Sufficient knowledge of electronics, data logging, and data analysis techniques.
- Familiarity with production sensor commissioning, testing, calibration, digital communication (i.e. I2C, SPI, UART, RS-232, and RS-485), and data transmission protocols.
- Demonstrated knowledge and application of mechanical and electrical principles and theories, especially related to marine or ocean technology.
- Demonstrated experience in the application of common mechanical and electronics fabrication methods and tools.
- Experience with logistical planning, safety critical marine deployment and retrieval operations, electronics maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Experience with 3rd party contractor coordination and management.
- Excellent and efficient communication skills.
- A passion for highly dynamic work environments with multiple projects.
- High awareness of safety and quality in relation to the projects in the field.
- Ability to act safely and decisively in time critical scenarios.
- Familiarity with on-water and in-field safety protocols, including mooring deployment and management.
- Experience with fall arrest and comfort with heights.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, interacting cooperatively with people from diverse backgrounds, academic levels, and nationalities.
- Willingness to travel domestically and globally.
Additional Assets
- Knowledge and/or experience in the marine environment and related technologies.
- Experience and training in First Aid, Search and Rescue, Coast Guard, Maritime operations.
- Demonstrated experience with advanced mechanical and electronic components and scientific equipment fabrication, assembly, testing, deployment, maintenance, operation, repairs.
More About The Role
Salary: $95-$100k CAD
This position is full-time and based in the MarineLabs headquarters in Victoria, BC. We offer a competitive compensation package including health benefits and robust vacation programs. We’d love to hear from candidates of all backgrounds, orientation, and abilities. If you believe your salary expectations, qualifications, or experience are not aligned with the job description, we still encourage you to apply!
How to Apply
Please include a cover letter in your application by email to careers@marinelabs.io that details what attracts you to this position and why you would be a good fit at MarineLabs.
Learn more about MarineLabs and our mission to revolutionize marine safety and climate adaptation at https://marinelabs.io and https://www.linkedin.com/company/marinelabsdata/
MarineLabs is a fast moving Coastal Intelligence data company that owns and operates a growing fleet of super rugged and rapidly deployable ocean weather instruments, producing reliable high-resolution data products in real-time to benefit marine safety and climate resilience.
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Office Administrator to oversee and manage our office operations. The successful candidate will provide essential administrative support, assist with financial tasks, support the sales team, and ensure a smooth and efficient office environment. This role requires excellent multitasking abilities, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.
Responsibilities
Administrative Support
- Manage office operations, including ordering supplies, handling correspondence, and maintaining office equipment.
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for staff.
- Greet visitors and direct them to the appropriate person or department.
- Maintain and organize office files and records.
- Coordinate with IT support to resolve technical issues.
- Assist in organizing company events and meetings.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Finance Assistance
- Assist with basic bookkeeping tasks, including expense reports, and accounts payable/receivable.
- Prepare and maintain financial documents and reports.
- Support the finance team in budget tracking and financial reconciliations.
- Handle petty cash and ensure proper documentation of transactions.
- Help check reimbursements according to company policy.
Sales Team Support
- Provide administrative support to the sales team, including preparing sales documents, presentations, and proposals.
- Assist in maintaining the customer database and CRM system.
- Coordinate and schedule sales meetings and follow-ups.
- Handle customer inquiries and provide support as needed.
General Office Duties
- Ensure the office environment is clean, organized, and conducive to a productive work environment.
- Coordinate with third-party suppliers and manage daily office maintenance.
- Oversee office internet, including airport hanger connections, fire inspections, and renewals.
- Purchase office supplies and coordinate with the cleaning company.
- Arrange and follow up on internal/external logistics, suppliers, and cost management.
- Manage license renewals, parking arrangements, employee access cards, and mail distribution.
- Coordinate conferences/events registration, air tickets/ferry bookings, hotels, and accommodations.
- Manage membership renewals and payments, maintaining connections with various organizations and committees.
- Handle reception duties, managing the office main line and system.
- Oversee office cell phone plans, including managing payments.
- Manage other office locations/warehouse services, including rent, access cards, calendars, payments, and communications.
- Keep updated computer equipment inventory checklist and manage equipment handover for onboarding and offboarding employees.
- Order and manage office apparels, business cards, posters, etc.
- Plan and budget for office supplies and employee special occasion gifts/celebration arrangements.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as an Office Manager, Administrative Assistant, or similar role.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook).
- Knowledge of basic bookkeeping and financial tasks.
- Experience with office management tools (CRM systems, ERP software) is a plus.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- High attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field is preferred but not required.
More About The Role
Salary: $60-70k CAD
This position is full-time and based in the MarineLabs headquarters in Victoria, BC. We offer a competitive compensation package including health benefits and robust vacation programs. We’d love to hear from candidates of all backgrounds, orientation, and abilities. If you believe your salary expectations, qualifications, or experience are not aligned with the job description, we still encourage you to apply!
How To Apply
Please include a cover letter in your application by email to careers@marinelabs.io that details what attracts you to this position and why you would be a good fit at MarineLabs.
Learn more about MarineLabs and our mission to revolutionize marine safety and climate adaptation at https://marinelabs.io and https://www.linkedin.com/company/marinelabsdata/
