2nd Class Marine Engineer

1 week ago

Caribou NS, Canada Northumberland Ferries Limited Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year


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2nd Class Marine Engineer





Northumberland Ferries Limited (NFL), a regional leader in
the transportation industry, is dedicated to providing reliable and efficient
ferry services. With a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and customer
satisfaction, we are seeking skilled and dedicated 2nd Class Engineers to
join our dynamic team.

About Us:

At NFL, we pride ourselves on fostering a positive and inclusive work culture.
We are committed to providing an environment that promotes employee growth,
career development, and job satisfaction. Our team members enjoy a range of
benefits, including:

  • Competitive salaries
  • A defined benefit pension plan
  • Comprehensive health benefit packages
  • Professional development opportunities

Position Overview:

As a 2nd Class Engineer, you will play a
critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and effective operation of our
vessels. This full-time, year-round position includes an active sailing season
from May to December, followed by four months of essential overhaul and refit work
during the off-season. Operations are based from the ports of Wood Islands, PE,
and Caribou, NS.

Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer, you
will be responsible for the over-all maintenance, repair, and cleanliness of
all machinery and equipment aboard the vessel. The 2nd Engineer is
also in-charge of all the operational engineers and the crew of the engine room.
This role demands a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and teamwork,
contributing to the overall success of Northumberland Ferries Limited's
operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Is the Engineer of the watch, watches in the machinery
    spaces and, in the absence of the Chief Engineer.
  • Perform maintenance, inspections and overhaul of
    machinery as directed by the Chief Engineer.
  • Supervise and delegate work to all personnel assigned to
    the watch.
  • Reporting defects or irregularities to the Chief Engineer
    immediately.
  • Understands and adheres to pollution regulations.
  • Maintain vessel machinery spare parts inventory and order
    new parts when required.
  • Ensure the Planned Maintenance System (PMS) and Spare
    Part Inventory systems are updated regularly.
  • Maintain accurate logbooks, maintenance records, and oil
    record books.
  • Be well-versed with firefighting equipment, alarm
    systems, safety protocols, and the Safety Management System (SMS).
  • Comply with company policies, including the Uniform
    Policy, Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention Policy, Smoke-Free
    Workplace Policy, Pet Policy, and Collective Agreements.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Valid Certificate of Competency as a 2nd Class
    Marine Engineer.
  • Valid Seafarers Medical Certificate and all other
    relevant certificates required to maintain CoC.
  • Working knowledge of critical operations and SMS
    documentation.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Proven track record of safe operations.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience with passenger services (an asset).
  • Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status is
    required for positions in Canada.

Additional Information:

Northumberland Ferries Limited is committed to employment equity and actively
recruits candidates from designated groups as defined in the Employment
Equity Act (women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and
members of visible minorities).

Notice:

To work on Canadian ships, seafarers must be legally permitted to work in
Canada (through citizenship or permanent residency).

Join us at Northumberland Ferries Limited and contribute to
a team that values excellence, teamwork, and safety.

Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities

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