Posted 18 days ago
Junior Engineer
@ DOF
Paradise, Newfoundland and Labrador
Overview
DOF is hiring a Junior Engineer for its Canadian fleet, with two new vessels joining in 2027. The role covers engine room watchkeeping, maintenance of onboard mechanical systems and logbook upkeep on offshore support vessels, and requires a marine engineering certificate and offshore experience.
Responsibilities:
- Stand engine room watches under the Chief Engineer's orders
- Assist with planned and unplanned maintenance of onboard mechanical systems
- Assist with bunkering the vessel on duty
- Keep engine logbook and oil record books updated
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary marine engineering or equivalent
- Transport Canada Fourth or Third Class Engineer Motor-ship certificate
- STCW MED, BS, SC, AFF and Marine Advanced First Aid
- Offshore support vessel experience with diesel electric or hybrid propulsion
- Knowledge of ISM, Transport Canada and MARPOL
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · workable
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-19
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-20
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-20
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Vehicle |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Transport Canada Engineer Motor-ship certificate, STCW, Marine Advanced First Aid, Seafarers Medical, Fast Rescue Boat |
| Background checks | criminal record, drug and alcohol |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Marine Engineering |
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DOF
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Storebø |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 22 |
DOF is entering an exciting new phase of growth in Canada, with two additional vessels joining our Canadian fleet in 2027. The first vessel is scheduled to join the fleet in early January 2027, followed by the second new build vessel later in 2027. Both vessels are secured on long-term contracts, supporting the continued growth of our Canadian operations and creating new opportunities for talented people to join our team.
At DOF, you join a global team that values safety, respect, and collaboration - where people support one another and take pride in safely delivering complex solutions. You gain experience across diverse marine, subsea, and offshore operations, working with the world’s largest fleets of Subsea and high-end AHTS vessels, with opportunities to grow your skills across disciplines and regions worldwide. We support your career development, recognise autonomy and collaborative contribution, and offer a workplace where people care about their impact and work together as one team
Tasks can include, but are not limited to:
- Carry out watch-keeping duties as defined by the Chief Engineers standing orders;
- Assist with planned and unplanned maintenance of the mechanical installations onboard the ship;
- Assisting with bunkering the vessel when on duty;
- Engine room Watchkeeper;
- Ensure Engine Logbook and Oil Record Books are updated and kept in presentable manner
Requirements
Education and Certificate Requirements:
- Post-Secondary Education in Marine Engineering (or equivalent)
- Transport Canada Fourth Class/Third Class Engineer Motor-ship certificate
- STCW MED, BS, SC, AFF
- Marine Advanced First Aid
- Valid Seafarers Medical
- Valid Canadian Passport
- Certificate of Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats would be considered an asset
Experience / Knowledge:
- Experience on Offshore Support Vessels, including diesel electric and hybrid propulsion systems is required.
- Experience aboard large AHTS will be considered an asset
- A high-level knowledge of ISM, Transport Canada, MARPOL and all applicable legislative requirements for operating vessels in Canada
- Working knowledge with diesel electric engine
- Demonstrable experience in management role or lead position within offshore industry
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
- Excellent communicator, both verbal and written
- Capable of discussing issues and topics of importance at every level
- Good organizational skills and ability to multitask
Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. DOF maintains the right to request a criminal background check as a part of the recruitment process.
Benefits
DOF Canada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting a diverse workforce and an inclusive respectful workplace.
We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Priority will be given to Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, and other Canadian permanent residents.
We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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