Fleet Chief Engineer

Northumberland Ferries Limited and Bay Ferries Limited
operate vital ferry services connecting Atlantic Canada's coastal communities.
With a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence, we
take pride in maintaining our vessels and terminals to the highest standards.
Our team is dedicated to continuous improvement, innovation, and providing an
exceptional travel experience for all passengers.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Fleet Chief
Engineer to provide leadership, oversight, and support across our fleet's
engineering operations. This role is responsible for supervising and mentoring
vessel Chief Engineers, ensuring regulatory compliance, driving safety and
performance, and contributing to the long-term operational readiness of our
fleet.

As a key leader, you will balance office-based
responsibilities with hands-on vessel oversight, ensuring engineering
excellence while fostering a positive and respectful workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and mentor vessel Chief Engineers, including
  performance management and development.
• Provide watch relief for Chief Engineers as needed, with
  all duties and responsibilities of the role.
• Serve as the engineering lead for recruitment and
  retention initiatives.
• Oversee and guide Chief Engineers in areas such as:
• Safety Management
• Crewing, pay, training, and
  discipline
• Time off and scheduling
• Performance management
• Planned maintenance and defect
  tracking
• Class and regulatory
  compliance
• Inventory management
• Act as first-level reviewer for disciplinary and safety
  investigations.
• Represent engineering in labour-management meetings as
  required.
• Lead development of the planned maintenance management
  system.
• Coordinate vessel input for scope of work during refit,
  drydock, and major projects.
• Develop Safety Management System procedures, SOPs, and
  long-range maintenance plans.
• Conduct periodic Fleet Chief Engineer inspections of
  vessels.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to Chief Engineers as
  appropriate.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Canadian Certificate of Competency, First Class Motor or
  equivalent qualifications and experience.
• Current Continued Proficiency Endorsement and Seafarers
  Medical Certificate.
• Certificates in Simulator Training, Type Rating, First
  Aid, and MED.
• Continuous Certificate of Discharge (Discharge Book),
  valid passport, and Canadian driver's license.
• Strong knowledge of vessel and terminal operations,
  processes, and technology.
• Excellent understanding of statutory and regulatory rules
  and requirements.
• Proven leadership and communication skills, with the
  ability to mentor, support, and empower shipboard officers.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings,
  weekends, and frequent overnight travel.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily day-work schedule (Mon–Fri), with flexibility
  for extended hours, weekend work, and travel.
• Oversight of vessel operations in various conditions,
  including exposure to weather, hot climates, and maintenance environments.
• In addition to office-based work, this role will require
  frequent visits to vessels, terminals, and other company locations, primarily located in
  Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island, and will require
  considerable time on the road.
• Attendance at industry conferences, courses, and training
  as required.
• Ability to access all areas of ships and terminals,
  including ladders and tanks.

Our Leadership Culture

We are committed to a management approach that:

• Supports and mentor's shipboard officers in their
  development.
• Empowers responsible decision-making at all levels.
• Prioritizes safety above all else.
• Provides constructive feedback on performance.
• Fosters mutual respect, professionalism, and
  accountability.
• Strives for operational efficiency through collaboration
  and sound decision-making.

We are committed to employment equity and actively recruit
candidates from designated groups defined in the Employment Equity Act (women,
Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible
minorities).

Salary & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including salary, benefits, and
opportunities for ongoing professional development.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application no later than Friday, October 24th, 2025, at 1600.

Please include a cover letter with your application outlining your current certifications.

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