Marine Engineer Second Class- Chief Engineer (Relief)

Marine Engineer Second Class- Chief Engineer (Relief)

TI.EL.26.27.0206

Posted Date: October 30, 2026

No Closing Date

Employment Type: 1 Hourly

Division: Marine Services - Maintenance and Engineering

Department: Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Position Group: NAPE - Marine Services

Location: Various Vessels

Salary: $33.60- $37.49 per hour (CG-35)

Benefits: Onboarding

Position Details

Transportation and Infrastructure - Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the mechanical operation and maintenance of the engine room and its auxiliaries. The successful candidate is required to act as engineer in charge of the engine room and auxiliaries by supervising engine room staff and participating in activating, operating and controlling the main engines. The incumbent inspects, cleans and performs electronic, plumbing, mechanical and hydraulic repairs and maintenance in accordance with departmental preventative maintenance schedules; ensures that back-up systems are in operational order; accompanies the vessel as required during refit schedules and assists technical personnel in carrying out repairs and alterations; and maintains an adequate level of supplies and routine parts. The incumbent will maintain a current defect list, update the maintenance program daily and develop a refit specification to be entered in the maintenance program and submitted to the Marine Superintendent eight weeks prior to scheduled refit. The incumbent will complete a log abstract at the end of each shift for submission to Marine Headquarters and maintain an up-to-date Chief Engineer’s Logbook. The successful candidate may have to maintain equipment vital to the service such as shore generators and wharf lighting equipment that is located outside of the vessel. Other related duties as assigned. Use of a computer in the function of duties will be required.

Screening Criteria

1. Experience in marine engineering and the operation of marine diesel, hydraulic and electrical equipment in a marine environment
2. Experience working with modern control systems
3. Valid 2nd Class Motor Engineer’s Certificate issued by Transport Canada or equivalent as determined by the Canada Shipping Act 2001 and applicable vessel Safe Manning Document
4. Valid Marine Medical Certificate

Assessment Criteria

1. Knowledge of marine engineering
2. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of marine diesel, hydraulic and electrical equipment in a Canadian environment
3. Computer skills
4. Leadership skills
5. Ability to manage time and organize tasks
6. Ability to solve problems
7. Ability to work in a team
8. Commitment to safety

Conditions of Employment

Conditions of Offer

1. Recent and satisfactory Criminal Records Check from local police
2. Recent and satisfactory Vulnerable Sector

Conditions of Acceptance

1. Applicants are advised that positions will be of variable duration and terminate on or before March 31, 2027, subject to possibility of extension
2. These positions may be short term, casual call-in, or relief
3. Participation in any safety course training, as offered and required by the Department

Information for Applicants

Applicants must submit copies of valid 2nd Class Motor Engineer’s Certificate issued by Transport Canada or equivalent as determined by the Canada Shipping Act 2001 and applicable vessel Safe Manning Document and valid Marine Medical with their application.

Failure to do so shall result in an application being screened out.

Applicants can submit the required documents and credentials by either:

Scanning them into ONE PDF and uploading it to the online job portal

OR

If unable to combine the required, multiple documents, once resume has been uploaded to the competition online, email the individual documents to [email protected] , indicating the competition number in the subject line, for retention in the file.

For more information about this opportunity please contact Christine Nurse, Marine Services Manager at (709) 466-4027 or [email protected]

• The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador values inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility, and a workplace culture that benefits from varying ideas and lived experiences.
• Accommodations and alternate assessment formats are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment process by contacting [email protected], 709-729-0130 or toll free at 1-888-729-7690. Video Relay Service (VRS) calls are welcomed.
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• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applications must be received by the closing date stated in the job posting.
• It is the responsibility of applicants to submit a resume that clearly demonstrates the required screening criteria outlined in the job description.
• Applications must contain current contact information, including phone number, mailing and, e-mail addresses.
• Application information must be factual, complete and current, to date of submission.
• This competition may be used to fill future similar vacancies with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.

How to Apply

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