Defence Compliance Advisor

J.D. Irving, LimitedDartmouth, NS
Hybrid

About The Position

The Defence Compliance Advisor plays a critical role in ensuring Fleetway’s ability to operate effectively within complex, highly regulated defence environments. This position serves as a subject matter expert on regulatory, security, and contractual compliance requirements, supporting the organization from early bid stages through to program execution. Acting as a key bridge between external obligations and internal operations, the Advisor interprets customer and regulatory requirements (including ITAR, Controlled Goods, and international security frameworks) and translates them into practical, scalable processes. You will proactively assess Fleetway’s readiness, identify risks and gaps, and partner across the business to implement strong, sustainable compliance controls. This role is both strategic and hands-on—enabling informed business decisions, strengthening governance, and ensuring the organization is positioned to meet evolving compliance demands in the defence sector.

Requirements

  • Must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP).
  • Must meet requirements for Canadian Government Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a subject matter expert on regulatory, security, and contractual compliance requirements.
  • Support the organization from early bid stages through to program execution.
  • Interpret customer and regulatory requirements (including ITAR, Controlled Goods, and international security frameworks).
  • Translate requirements into practical, scalable processes.
  • Proactively assess Fleetway’s readiness.
  • Identify risks and gaps.
  • Partner across the business to implement strong, sustainable compliance controls.

Benefits

  • Starting salary based on applicable experience and demonstrated knowledge, skill, and abilities.
  • Growth and development opportunities for future career advancement.
  • Direct support to training and development plans, including support towards professional certifications, memberships, or designations.
  • Flexible work hours (with core hours).
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Company jacket.
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