DCBC Diving Supervisor – Commercial Diving Operations (Vancouver Mainland)
Full Job Description
Ven-Tech Subsea Inspections is actively seeking an experienced and highly motivated DCBC Surface Supplied Diving Supervisor to join our growing commercial diving team based in the Vancouver Mainland area of British Columbia.
This position is ideal for a professional diving supervisor who is passionate about safety, leadership, operational excellence, and high-quality underwater work within British Columbia’s marine, municipal, industrial, hydroelectric, and infrastructure sectors.
Ven-Tech Subsea Inspections is a British Columbia-based commercial diving and robotics company specializing in:
- Commercial Diving Operations
- Potable Water Reservoir Inspections & Cleaning
- Marine Construction Support
- Underwater Inspection & NDT
- Hydrographic & Geophysical Surveys
- ROV Operations & Robotics
- Outfall & Intake Inspections
- Contaminated Water Diving Operations
- Dam, Penstock & Hydroelectric Inspections
- Emergency Underwater Response Services
Our operations are conducted throughout British Columbia with a strong focus on the Lower Mainland and surrounding coastal regions. We maintain a strong safety-first culture and are committed to full compliance with WorkSafeBC Part 24 Diving Operations, CSA Z275 Diving Standards, and all applicable provincial and federal marine regulations.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising day-to-day diving operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, overseeing site safety, managing dive crews, maintaining operational documentation, and delivering projects safely and efficiently in high-consequence marine and industrial environments.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate commercial diving operations throughout British Columbia
- Ensure all dive operations comply with WorkSafeBC Part 24 regulations and CSA Z275 standards
- Conduct and lead daily toolbox meetings, FLHAs, JSAs, and safety briefings
- Prepare dive plans, emergency response plans, and project-specific safety documentation
- Maintain safe diving practices and enforce company HSE policies and procedures
- Supervise surface-supplied diving operations in marine, municipal, industrial, hydroelectric, and potable water environments
- Coordinate dive teams, vessels, equipment, logistics, and project execution
- Maintain accurate dive logs, decompression records, equipment inspections, and safety documentation
- Communicate professionally with clients, project managers, engineers, and site representatives
- Assist with project planning, mobilization, and operational execution
- Ensure all diving equipment is maintained, inspected, and compliant with applicable standards
- Promote a positive safety culture and professional working environment at all times
Requirements
- Current DCBC Unrestricted Surface Supply Commercial Diving Supervisor Certificate
- Hold a valid Fit-to-Dive medical certificate with no restrictions
- Valid Occupational First Aid, CPR, and Oxygen Provider certification from a recognized provider
- Dive Accident Management certification
- Strong understanding of WorkSafeBC Part 24 Diving Operations regulations
- Strong understanding of CSA Z275.2 and CSA Z275.4 diving standards
- Experience supervising commercial diving operations in British Columbia
- Strong knowledge of marine construction and underwater inspection operations
- Experience with contaminated water diving procedures considered an asset
- Experience with potable water diving operations considered an asset
- Experience working around hydroelectric facilities, pipelines, intakes, and outfalls considered an asset
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean abstract
- Marine Emergency Duties (MED) certification considered an asset
- Vessel operation experience considered an asset
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work in physically demanding outdoor environments year-round
- Ability to travel throughout British Columbia as required
Preferred Qualifications
- ROV operational experience
- Confined Space certification
- Fall Protection certification
- Occupational Health & Safety experience
- Experience with industrial shutdowns and emergency response operations
- Small vessel operational experience
- Experience working with municipal and industrial clients
Compensation
- Competitive compensation based on experience, certifications, and years in industry
- Overtime opportunities available
- Company equipment and PPE provided
- Long-term growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding company
Why Join Ven-Tech Subsea Inspections?
Ven-Tech Subsea Inspections is one of British Columbia’s growing leaders in commercial diving, underwater inspections, marine robotics, and advanced subsea technologies. We are heavily focused on safety, innovation, professionalism, and operational excellence.
Our team operates modern commercial diving systems, advanced ROV technologies, survey equipment, and specialized marine support systems while servicing municipal, industrial, hydroelectric, marine construction, and energy clients across Western Canada.
We are seeking motivated professionals who want to build a long-term career with a company that values safety, leadership, technical competency, and continuous growth.
Work Location
Primarily based throughout the Vancouver Mainland and Lower Mainland region of British Columbia with travel throughout BC as required.
Job Type
Experience
- Commercial Diving Supervision: Minimum 5 years preferred
- Surface Supplied Diving Operations: Minimum 5 years preferred
Licence/Certification
- DCBC Unrestricted Surface Supply Supervisor Certificate (required)
- Valid First Aid/CPR/O2 Provider (required)
- Fit-to-Dive Medical (required)
Ven-Tech Subsea Inspections is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a safe, professional, and respectful workplace.
Pay: $75.00-$100.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
