Naval Architect

Naval Architect

At Bota Bota, we work tirelessly to create the best customer service experience. Our clients are our ‘raison d’être’, and we strive to do all that we can to assure that each visit is peaceful, enjoyable, comforting… and exceeds all expectations! These principles are applied at every level of the organization and that is why we are always looking for dynamic employees who can provide excellent service so that Bota Bota, spa-sur-l’eau, will be continuing to be known as the reference in the areas of health and relaxation.

Interested in this adventure? Welcome aboard!

Why hop on board?

• Exceptional place of work: Bota Bota, spa-sur-l’eau is in the heart of the Old Port of Montreal;
• Be part of a growing company that offers multiple opportunities for change;
• Work schedule: 40h / week;
• Competitive salary and benefits;
• Free access to the spa;
• Employee discounts on all massages, treatments, products and gift cards;
• Employee discounts at the spa’s restaurant ” La Traversée ”;
• Employee discounts with various local partners;
• Various discounts as an employee of a partner of the Old Port of Montreal.

Our mission on the boat

Under the supervision of the Head of Finance and Development, the holder of this position is the person responsible for designing and planning the construction of floating structures (barges) which will be used to accommodate thermal facilities.

The upcoming challenges of the Naval Architect

• Responsible for the various stages of design, modification and repair of different types of floating, fixed or mobile, structures, which notably involves understanding the aspects relating to the structure, stability, dynamics and mechanical and electrical systems of a floating structure;
• Responsible for drawing structural and mechanical plans based on specifications and standards, and determining their compliance;
• Evaluate the stability and dynamic behavior of a floating structure;
• Develop mechanical and electrical equipment installations according to the architectural constraints of the floating structure;
• Establish the list of materials required for a given project;
• In collaboration with the Construction Project Manager, he ensures the planning of the various stages of construction or repair, and supervision of the work;
• Verify the quality of the installed systems by testing and determining their compliance;
• Responsible for analyzing the costs associated with the design and construction of floating platforms and preparing budgets for the projects.
• Carry out constant communication with the partners involved in the various projects to discuss requirements and preferences in terms of structure design.
• Responsible for resolving problems that arise during the design or construction of floating structures, by finding creative solutions to resolve them.
• Carry out regular site inspections to ensure that the work is in line with expectations and executed according to our quality standards, plans and project specifications.
• Ensure a safe working environment and in compliance with local standards.
• Ensure that regulatory requirements are respected.

The skills we are looking for

• Ambition to be part of an evolving team and entering its next phase of sustained growth.
• Sense of initiative, autonomy, organization and importance given to confidentiality and discretion.
• Excellent time management skills, great attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Flexibility and ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities, pressure and demands.
• Excellent listening and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, sense of consensus and ability to build relationships through a collaborative leadership style.

The competencies we are looking for

• College diploma in naval architecture technology or bachelor’s degree in construction engineering, civil engineering, mechanical engineering or any similar training;
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role;
• Knowledge of naval architecture and structures;
• Knowledge of ship weight engineering and production of weight reports;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word and Excel) and proficiency in Microsoft Project an asset;
• Hold a valid class 5 driver's license and be available for frequent travel outside Quebec;
• Advanced level of French and English, both oral and written.