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Chief Engineer

@ Mckeil Marine Limited

Burlington, Ontario

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Overview

McKeil Marine Limited is hiring a Chief Engineer for its tugs and ships to manage all machinery and lead engine room personnel. The work covers safe operation and maintenance of vessel machinery, regulatory compliance, and supervising the engine room crew. Crew enjoy regular schedules, company-paid travel to ports, and competitive wages with group benefits.

Responsibilities:

  • Operate and maintain all vessel machinery safely and efficiently
  • Perform troubleshooting, preventative and corrective maintenance
  • Order bunkers, lubricants and spare parts; manage inventory
  • Sign off the Engine Room Logbook and maintain the Plan Maintenance System
  • Delegate work, supervise and train engine room crew

Requirements summary:

  • Transport Canada First, Second or Third-Class Motor Engineer Certificate
  • MED and STCW Basic Safety certifications
  • Transport Canada marine medical
  • Experience with ISO and ISM Safety Management Systems
  • Previous tug boat or ship experience required
  • Experienced leader of direct reports

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Employer posting date
2018-10-31
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-11-04

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentTransportation & driving
Manages peopleYes
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsTransport Canada Motor Engineer Certificate, MED, STCW Basic Safety, Transport Canada Marine Medical, Transport Canada Certificate of Competency, Passport
Perks mentionedPerformance bonus, Paid training

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Mckeil Marine Limited

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Full company description

Operating in the maritime sector in Canada since 1956, McKeil Marine takes great pride in the tradition of providing our customers with innovative marine solutions. From our humble beginnings as a tug and barge operator, we’ve grown into a dynamic solutions provider. Working with a sophisticated customer base, we deliver transportation and project services solutions across the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence Seaway, east coast and the Canadian Arctic. We specialize in the transportation of dry and liquid bulk, project cargoes, heavy equipment and other general cargo. Project services include; marine construction, project management, engineering support, equipment rentals, ship docking, towing, temporary dock facilities and cargo transfer. WE ARE HIRING! JOIN OUR CREW. Find a new career path with one of Canada’s leading marine transportation providers. Working in multiple regions, our sailing crew participate in a variety of challenging new experiences and ever changing environments. Shore-based crew have the opportunity to work in a fast paced setting, providing ongoing support for our customers, sailing crew and fleet. We offer market competitive compensation packages, safe and secure work environments and the opportunity to be part of an innovative and growing organization. We are an equal opportunity employer.

LinkedIn followers
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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 1001 Champlain Avenue, Suite 401, Burlington, Ontario L7L 5Z4, CA
  • 291 Water Street, Suite 302, St John's, Newfoundland A1C 1B9, CA
  • 103-E Hampton Road, Rothesay, New Brunswick E2E 3L3, CA
Business categories
  • Marine Transportation
Other recorded names
  • Mckeil Marine Limited
  • McKeil Marine Limited
Specialties
  • Marine Transportation and Project Services
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Operating in the maritime sector in Canada since 1956, McKeil Marine takes great pride in the tradition of providing our customers with innovative marine solutions. From our humble beginnings as a tug and barge operator, we’ve grown into a dynamic solutions provider. Working with a sophisticated customer base, we deliver transportation and project services solutions across the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence Seaway, east…

FieldValue
IndustryMaritime Transportation
Company size201-500 employees
HeadquartersBurlington, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1956
SpecialtiesMarine Transportation and Project Services
Open jobs on Jobsy33
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Job description

McKeil Marine is one of Canada’s leading marine service providers. Experienced and adaptive, we deliver turn-key solutions that support our customers success in a wide range of transportation and project challenges. Customer service, safety, quality and respect for the environment are at the heart of our operations. When you join McKeil Marine you can look forward to a very competitive total compensation program and a team of passionate colleagues in a fast paced, growing organization that supports all communities in which we operate.

Chief Engineers

McKeil Marine Limited is looking for Chief Engineersaboard our tugs and ships. We are looking for eager and self-starting individuals to manage all machinery and lead engine room personnel.

Why McKeil:

  • Our crew enjoy regular schedules with minimal disruptions - you can plan your time at home
  • Company paid and arranged travel to ports
  • Our crew matter - at McKeil it feels like family
  • We sail safe - your safety is our top priority
  • Certificate upgrade programs and incentives
  • Company paid training
  • Competitive wages and comprehensive group benefits program
  • Annual crew meetings foster team building

Key Responsibilities:

  • Reports to the Captain with accountability to the Vessel Manager/Technical Manager
  • Responsible for the safe, efficient and economical operation all vessel machinery and equipment
  • Reporting of any incident and/or damage affecting sea worthiness, speed or normal operations
  • Perform troubleshooting, problem solving as well as preventative and corrective maintenance to prevent down time while ensuring the efficient and continual functioning of the vessel
  • Monitor and order bunkers, lubricants and maintain spare parts and inventory
  • Ensure the machinery is in compliance and meets regulatory and class requirements
  • Review and sign off the Engine Room Logbook while ensuring that all required information is entered accurately and kept up-to-date
  • Delegate work assignments, supervision and training of Engine Room crew
  • Ensure all Engine Room personnel and new hires are familiar with Company policies and procedures and have access to the appropriate manuals and documents
  • Maintain and update the Plan Maintenance System in accordance to company policies
  • Understanding of pollution regulations and the company's objectives regarding environmental protection
  • Other duties assigned

Qualifications:

  • First, Second, or Third-Class Motor Engineer Certificate issued by Transport Canada
  • Marine Emergency Duties (MED’s) STCW Basic Safety and Survival Craft Certifications
  • Transport Canada Marine Medical
  • Experienced with Safety Management Systems (ISO & ISM)
  • Experience with Microsoft Suite an asset
  • Experienced leader and motivator of direct reports
  • Strong sense of responsibility and pride in overall condition of machinery
  • Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Self-starter, analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Previous tug boat/ship experience required

Be a part of a winning and growing organization.

Licensed candidates must hold a valid Transport Canada Certificate of Competency, valid seafarer’s medical, and be STCW 95 certified. Candidates must also possess a valid passport as well as clearance to enter the US.

To apply:

Please submit your application directly to this posting or email your resume to [email protected] and reference the position in the subject line.

We thank all applicants but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. McKeil Marine is committed to the principles of Employment Equity.

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