Relief Engineer/Deckhand

8647BR

Relief Engineer/Deckhand

Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for a permanent, full-time position of Relief Engineer/Deckhand with Ferry Services - Halifax Transit. Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality's core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application. 

The Relief Engineer/Deckhand is administratively responsible to the Supervisors, Ferry Operations. While working on a vessel, the Engineer/Deckhand is functionally responsible to the Vessel’s Captain.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Engineer/Deckhand shall:

Conduct duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Ferry Operations Manual and the published ferry schedule. Maintain machinery and machinery space cleanliness. Maintain main cabin cleanliness, shovel snow from ferry upper decks and spread area as required to maintain safe conditions for passengers and crew. Assist Ferry Crew members as directed by the Captain. Operate overhead doors to facilitate the safe embarkation and disembarkation of passengers. Perform duties in accordance with the Muster List for each ferry. Perform duties in accordance with the Ferry Security Plan for each ferry. Complete the Engine Room Log at the end of each watch with required information. Reports any irregularities to the Captain and the Supervisors, Ferry Operations. When assigned Relief status, assist with planned and corrective maintenance activities at the Woodside maintenance facility; in particular: Paint ferry vessel interior and exterior surfaces. Change belts, fluids and filters. Conduct minor repairs. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisors, Ferry Operations.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Experience with and expertise with Caterpillar diesel engines, Twin Disc marine gearboxes, and Voith-Schneider propulsion units considered an asset.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

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