Export Compliance Advisor

Are you experienced in navigating complex regulatory environments and helping organizations translate compliance requirements into practical business solutions?

Fleetway is seeking an Export Compliance Advisor to help ensure compliance with export controls, security requirements, controlled goods regulations, contractual obligations, and other regulatory frameworks that support Canada's marine and defence sectors.

In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders across the organization, helping assess compliance requirements, identify risks, strengthen internal processes, and support informed business decisions. Working closely with teams across Programs, Engineering, IT, HR, Contracts, and Business Development, you will play a key role in enabling business growth while ensuring compliance obligations are effectively managed.

Whether your background comes from defence, aerospace, manufacturing, logistics, government, or another regulated industry, this is an opportunity to apply your expertise in a strategic role that supports business growth, strengthens governance, and enables critical national capabilities. If you're ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret regulatory, security, trade, and contractual requirements associated with bids, proposals, projects, and customer agreements.

• Provide guidance on export controls, trade compliance, Controlled Goods Program (CGP) requirements, security obligations, and other applicable compliance frameworks.

• Assess existing processes and controls to identify compliance risks, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.

• Develop and maintain compliance frameworks, risk assessments, mitigation plans, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement practical and sustainable compliance processes and controls.

• Support business development activities by assessing compliance requirements, risks, and operational impacts during proposal development.

• Monitor changes to regulatory and contractual requirements and advise stakeholders on potential impacts to the business.

• Contribute to compliance training, awareness initiatives, audits, and program development activities.

• Prepare reports, recommendations, and compliance-related documentation to support leadership decision-making.

Qualifications

Education:

• Diploma or Degree in Business, International Trade, Supply Chain Management, Law, Engineering, Political Science, Public Administration, Security Studies, or a related field. 

• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Experience:

• Working knowledge of one or more of the following areas: 

  • Export controls

  • Trade compliance

  • Customs compliance

  • Regulatory compliance

  • Controlled Goods Program (CGP)

  • Supply chain compliance

  • Security compliance

  • Risk management

• Operating within highly regulated industries such as defence, aerospace, marine, manufacturing, technology, telecommunications, government, transportation, logistics, or energy.

• Developing, implementing, supporting, or auditing policies, procedures, programs, and compliance controls.

• Interpreting complex regulatory, contractual, or security requirements and translating them into practical business solutions.

Assets

• Knowledge of ITAR, EAR, Controlled Goods Program (CGP), sanctions, export permits, customs regulations, or similar regulatory frameworks.

• Experience supporting defence, marine, aerospace, or government programs.

• Experience conducting compliance assessments, audits, investigations, or risk analyses.

• Professional certifications or formal training related to trade compliance, export controls, customs, regulatory compliance, risk management, or security.

We're committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Fleetway is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented groups, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to thrive.

We encourage applicants to self-identify if they belong to an underrepresented group, as part of our commitment to equitable hiring practices and fostering a truly inclusive workforce.

If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know—we're happy to help.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees.  At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are Fleetway! We believe Canada’s maritime fleets need to be reliable and fit for purpose, with crews that are fully trained and supported. We work as a trusted technical partner during design, construction, in-service, and end of life. We are proud to deliver quality professional technical services including Engineering, Integrated Logistics Support, Technical Editing, Configuration Management, Project Management, Training, Technical Translation, and Marine Technical Services. 

Over the past 40+ years, we have built an outstanding team of people and partners, invested in the tools, and earned an exemplary track record servicing our customers. Everything we do is aimed at developing our people and improving our use of innovation to be the leading professional services provider in the marine industry. We are proud to have earned national recognition as a Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada’s Top Employer. 

All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), and Canadian Government Security Clearance. 

What We Offer: 

The successful candidate will receive a starting salary based on their applicable experience and demonstrated knowledge, skill, and abilities. Additionally, we offer the following: 

• We are regularly adding new departments, positions, and functions within Fleetway, as such, we can offer you growth and development opportunities for future career advancement 

• We provide direct support to your training and development plans, including support towards your professional certifications, memberships, or designations 

• Flexible work hours (with core hours) 

• We have Mental Health first aid trained staff in all offices 

• A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan, with an enhanced focus on mental health and wellness 

• Ability to save for your future with our company matching RRSP program 

• 15-week maternity leave top-up program 

• Employee & Family Assistance Program 

• Annual health & wellness reimbursements 

• Business casual work environment, with casual Fridays 

• A slick company jacket that will definitely make you the envy of your friends