Chief Engineer
BC Ferries
- West Vancouver, BC
- 135.600-150.700 $ par an
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
We are currently seeking applications from individuals interested in being considered for the Shipboard Management position of Chief Engineer in Horseshoe Bay. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment where you will travel with the vessel and work a flexible schedule aligned with Horseshoe Bay fleet requirements, as directed by the supervisor on a monthly basis.The RoleReporting to the Senior Chief Engineer, you add value in the following key areas:
- Ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of the ships propulsion and power systems
- Monitoring, maintaining, and documenting the condition of the ships structure
- Planning, directing, and implementing regular emergency repairs and alterations and assisting the overall drydock and refit program
- Planning, directing, and organizing assignments of the watch crew to work on machinery that may alter the performance of the vessel
- Supervising a comprehensive vessel engineering maintenance program including inspecting the appearance, condition, and function of all onboard equipment
- Liaising with regulatory bodies regarding ship inspections and conducting engineering crew inspections to ensure awareness and compliance with regulatory company standards
- Making operational judgements based on mechanical capability and conditions
- Leading, directing and training crews and conducting regular drills in responding to fire, safety, confined spaces and evacuation drills and other emergency situations
- Assisting the Engineering Superintendent in developing and implementing safety, operational, and employee performance improvements and efficiencies
- Ensuring security compliance with the vessel security plan, applicable legislation, regulations, and company policy and procedures, conducting security equipment inspections and audits as required, and reporting and correcting deficiencies
- Performing other duties as required
- Transport Canada 1st Class Motor Certificate of Competency
- Proficiency in MS Office suite of applications
- Completion of supervisory and business courses is considered an asset
- Experience as a Chief Engineer or watch engineer in a position at the equivalent certification level
- Demonstrated supervisory experience
- Strong leadership demonstrated through reliable performance and positive Interactions with colleagues across the company
- A change agent driven to deliver outstanding results
- Ability to identify and analysis business Improvement opportunities that increase shareholder value
- Customer Service driven Individual
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills, essential for leading and motivating a diverse workforce