Application Instructions: Please apply through our recruitment partner, Venor, by visiting the job posting HERE. Applications submitted through COVE’s Career Page will not be reviewed.
Interested candidates are welcome to reach out to Shardeigh McGillivray at shardeigh@venor.ca or Anna Bryant at anna@venor.ca with any questions.

WHO IS COVE?

COVE is a tech hub and commercialization partner home to more than 400 organizations that use its facilities, services and programs. COVE brings together industry, academia and government to accelerate marine technology development and commercialization – from seabed to space – ensuring resilient supply chains built with Canadian solutions. Through its vast international network, COVE has been at the forefront of providing invaluable networking opportunities, fostering connections, and leading discussions within the global marine technology community.
COVE spearheads programs aimed at nurturing talent, expediting the release of technology products, and bolstering the success of emerging ventures by startups, scaleups, and SMEs. These initiatives, coupled with COVE’s ability to harness diverse skills and expertise nationally within the innovation ecosystem, serve as an enabler for overcoming industry challenges, driving economic growth, and delivering value to investors.
As COVE experiences rapid expansion, we are actively seeking to expand our team to further bolster our transformational influence on the marine sector. We recognize that our journey toward this goal hinges on the strength of our team - a group of individuals who collaborate, innovate, and continually strive for excellence. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey of discovery and advancement.

• Lead end-to-end delivery of the MTAS program, from planning through deployment, testing, and validation.
• Oversee a portfolio of complex marine technology projects (onshore and offshore), ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and schedule.
• Plan and manage all logistics for system tests, technical trials, and field deployments - including missions to Canada’s North.
• Build and maintain strong, productive partnerships with government, industry, and academic stakeholders to advance program goals.
• Provide clear, timely updates, performance metrics, and strategic recommendations to internal leadership and external partners.
• Identify, establish, and manage relationships with third-party providers, researchers, and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational standards.
• Support field operations and partner engagement through regular travel, including to remote and Arctic regions.
• Contribute to COVE’s broader strategic initiatives as needed.