Posted 2 months ago
2nd Class Marine Engineer
@ Bay Ferries Limited
Digby, Nova Scotia
Overview
Bay Ferries Limited is hiring a 2nd Class Marine Engineer to assist the Chief Engineer in operating and maintaining a ferry's propulsion, auxiliary and electrical systems. The role is full time on a day-for-day rotation of one week on and one week off, and the posting lists a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and a pension plan.
Pay:
$115,000–$125,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain propulsion, auxiliary and electrical systems
- Stand engineering watches per Company and Transport Canada procedures
- Complete preventative maintenance and repairs
- Maintain engineering logs and maintenance records
- Respond to machinery alarms and emergencies
Requirements summary:
- Transport Canada Second Class Motor Certificate of Competency
- Valid Marine Medical Certificate
- Valid Marine Emergency Duties (MED) certification
- Passenger Safety Management (PSM) certification or ability to obtain
- Valid WHMIS certification
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-24
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-01
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, holidays, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Vehicle, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Transport Canada Second Class Motor Certificate of Competency, Marine Medical Certificate, Marine Emergency Duties (MED), Passenger Safety Management (PSM), WHMIS |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Paid training |
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Bay Ferries Limited
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Ferry service across the Bay of Fundy and the Gulf of Maine.
Full company description
Bay Ferries offers year-round ferry service between Digby, NS, and Saint John, NB on MV Fundy Rose and seasonal voyages on The CAT high-speed car ferry between Yarmouth, NS, and Bar Harbor, ME. Join our team of dedicated professionals today.
- LinkedIn followers
- 291
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 47
- Reported office locations
- 5475 Spring Garden Rd #205, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3T2, CA
- Other recorded names
- Bay Ferries Limited
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Bay Ferries offers year-round ferry service between Digby, NS, and Saint John, NB on MV Fundy Rose and seasonal voyages on The CAT high-speed car ferry between Yarmouth, NS, and Bar Harbor, ME. Join our team of dedicated professionals today.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitality |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Halifax, Nova Scotia |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 13 |
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2nd Class Marine Engineer
Bay Ferries Limited (BFL) is a regional leader in the transportation industry, specializing in providing reliable and efficient ferry services. We are committed to safety, teamwork, and customer satisfaction. At BFL, we prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work culture and offer our employees the chance to grow and develop in their careers. This position is a full time Excluded position with a day-for-day rotational work schedule (1 week on/1 week off).
Position Summary
Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the Marine 2nd Engineer is responsible for assisting in the safe, efficient, and reliable operation and maintenance of the vessel's propulsion machinery, auxiliary equipment, electrical systems. The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining operational readiness while ensuring compliance with Transport Canada regulations, Company policies, and the International Safety Management (ISM) Code.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the safe operation, monitoring, and maintenance of the vessel's propulsion, auxiliary, electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
- Stand engineering watches in accordance with Company procedures and Transport Canada regulations.
- Monitor machinery performance and troubleshoot equipment issues as required.
- Complete preventative maintenance and repairs using the Company's planned maintenance system.
- Maintain accurate engineering logs, maintenance records, and operational documentation.
- Assist with bunkering operations and environmental protection procedures.
- Respond to machinery alarms, equipment failures, and emergency situations.
- Ensure compliance with Company policies, Transport Canada regulations, ISM Code requirements, and environmental standards.
- Promote a strong safety culture by participating in emergency drills, safety meetings, and ongoing training.
- Provide guidance and support to junior engineering personnel as required.
- Work collaboratively with all onboard departments to support safe and efficient vessel operations.
- Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a just-cause safety culture
Qualifications
Applicants must possess:
- Transport Canada Second Class Motor Certificate of Competency
- Valid Transport Canada Marine Medical Certificate
- Valid Marine Emergency Duties (MED) certification
- Passenger Safety Management (PSM) certification (or ability to obtain)
- Valid WHMIS certification
- Eligibility to obtain all Company-required training and certifications
Why Join Bay Ferries Limited?
At Bay Ferries Limited, you'll become part of a dedicated team that values professionalism, safety, and continuous improvement. We offer:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Pension plan
- Professional development and training opportunities
- A collaborative and supportive work environment
- Opportunities for career advancement
Notice:
To work on Canadian ships, seafarers must be legally permitted to work in Canada (through citizenship or permanent residency).
Join us at Bay 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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