Watchkeeping Engineer (Senior Engineer)

Job Details

In-person

Full-time

Experienced

Requisition ID: 1779

Location: Vessels

Hourly Rate: $41.751

Application Closing Date: Until Filled

Marine Atlantic is dedicated to creating an environment which promotes employee growth, career development, and job satisfaction. Our employees embody our core values; they are diverse, safety-oriented team-players who exhibit integrity and commitment, and always strive for excellence.

Marine Atlantic is currently looking for a Watchkeeping Engineer (Senior Engineer) to work onboard our vessels that operate from the ports of Port aux Basques NL and North Sydney NS year round; and Argentia NL during the summer season. These positions are permanent full-time spare and relief positions that are scheduled across our fleet and each tour based on operational requirements.

Marine Atlantic is committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Preference may be given to members of the following equity deserving groups: women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members. If you are a member of one or more of these groups, please state to which group(s) you identify in your application.

Eligible candidates may qualify for a signing incentive, subject to a return of service in the position for a specified period.

What qualifications do I need to be considered for this opportunity?

Certifications

• Minimum 3rd Class Motorship Certificate

Qualifications

• At least 2 years recent experience in a similar position
• Valid STCW 6.1 and 6.2 Certificates
• Propulsion Plant Simulator Certificate II
• Transport Canada mandated Marine Medical Certificate
• Must demonstrate ability to lift, handle, and carry heavy objects over 20 kg
• Must be able to work in confined spaces

Asset Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Marine school in a related program
• Work experience as a Welder, Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Duty Mechanic, Refrigeration, Machinist, Pipe-fitter, and Electronics
• Passenger Safety Management
• Confined Space Certification

Safety Sensitive Position

This position is designated as a safety sensitive position and is subject to the provisions of Marine Atlantic's Drug and Alcohol Policy which includes, but not limited to pre-employment testing. We have a zero-tolerance policy for alcohol, cannabis, and illicit drugs.

Additional Information

At Marine Atlantic, we are dedicated to building and fostering an inclusive and diverse environment, where all employees and customers feel welcomed, valued, and respected.

Marine Atlantic invites applications from all qualified candidates and hires based on merit. We are committed to the principles of equitable employment for all and strongly encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members. If you are a member of one or more of these groups, please state to which group(s) you identify in your cover letter, resume or application.

To receive this job poster in an alternative format or to discuss alternate ways of completing the online application, please contact the Marine Atlantic Human Resources Department, in confidence, at ***email_hidden***.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, contact the Marine Atlantic Human Resources Department, in confidence, at ***email_hidden***.

Marine Atlantic respectfully acknowledges that we operate in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq peoples, and on the island of Ktaqmkuk, the unceded traditional territory of the Beothuk and Mi'kmaq peoples. We also acknowledge Labrador as the traditional ancestral homelands of the Innu of Nitassinan, the Inuit of Nunatsiavut, and the Inuit of NunatuKavut.

Competition Number: 1779-en_US

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