Posted 47 months ago
Head Cargo Maintenance - Self Unloader
@ Mckeil Marine Limited
Burlington, Ontario
Overview
McKeil Marine Limited is hiring a Head Cargo Maintenance person for its new self-unloading dry cargo ship, delivered in 2023 and operating on the Great Lakes. The role oversees day-to-day maintenance of cargo handling equipment, including conveyors, belts, rollers and hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems, and supervises assigned cargo maintenance assistants. Rotations, company-arranged travel to ports and company-paid training are offered.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily maintenance of cargo handling equipment
- Inspect conveyors, belts, rollers, tensioners and motors
- Coordinate cargo discharge with the Chief Mate and OOWs
- Supervise assigned cargo maintenance assistants
- Report equipment status and parts needs to the Chief Engineer
Requirements summary:
- Two or more years self-unloader tunnel or cargo maintenance experience
- Competent hot work equipment use
- Understanding of conveyor systems and early fault signs
- MED's and STCW Basic Safety certificates
- Bridge Watch or Engine Room Rating certificate from Transport Canada
- Transport Canada Marine Medical
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- Employer posting date
- 2023-01-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Travel | ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | MED's, STCW Basic Safety, Survival Craft Certification, Bridge Watch Rating Certificate of Competency, Engine Room Rating Certificate, Transport Canada Marine Medical |
| Perks mentioned | Performance 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
- 13,827
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 266
- 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
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- 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…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Maritime Transportation |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Burlington, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1956 |
| Specialties | Marine Transportation and Project Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 33 |
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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. Manned by highly skilled sailing crew, our ever-growing diverse and versatile fleet of ships, tugs, barges and workboats, operates throughout the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence River, east coast and Canadian Arctic.
HCM – Head Cargo Maintenance - Self Unloader
We have upcoming openings for Head Cargo Maintenance personnel on board our new ship, being delivered in 2023. This dry cargo, self-unloading vessel will operate on the Great Lakes; carry aggregates and other related dry cargo materials. We are looking for eager and self-starting individuals.
Why McKeil:
- Our crew enjoy best in class rotations - 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
Key responsibilities:
- Reporting to the vessels Chief Engineer, oversees the day-to-day maintenance of the ship’s cargo handling equipment.
- Inspect, maintain all conveying equipment, belts, rollers, tensioners, motors and related framework supporting the conveying and elevation systems within the vessel.
- Understands hazards and safe operations of hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems
- Working closely with the Chief Mate and other OOW’s to ensure cargo is discharged in proper sequence.
- Manages any assigned cargo maintenance assistants ensuring duties are competently and efficiently completed
- Provides the Chief Engineer with daily reporting on equipment status, parts requirements, and plans for upcoming general maintenance.
Qualifications:
- Two or more years self-unloader experience in tunnel / cargo maintenance operations considered a must.
- Competent use of hot work equipment required.
- Strong understanding of how conveyor systems work and how to interpret early signs of trouble through inspections of belts, rollers and related tensioning and power equipment.
- Strong safety mindset, knowledgeable in electrical hazards, lockout/tagout procedure and the hazards of rotating equipment.
- Leadership skills to work independently or manage a small team considered a strong asset.
- Some computer skills for tracking planned maintenance considered a strong asset.
- Marine Emergency Duties (MED’s) STCW Basic Safety and Survival Craft Certifications required
- Shall hold one of a Bridge Watch Rating Certificate of Competency or Engine Room Rating issued by Transport Canada
- Transport Canada Marine Medical
- Effective communication and proven teamwork skills
You will join a team of passionate colleagues in fast paced, growing organization that supports all communities in which we operate. McKeil Marine offers a competitive total compensation program.
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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