This is a unique chance to join the crew of the Bayne Sound Connector, the only cable ferry within our fleet. This position is in Buckley Bay, within the desirable Comox Valley region , this role offers an ideal coastal location with easy access to Vancouver Island’s outdoors, communities, and amenities.

4 th CLASS ENGINEER

Buckley Bay

Casual

The Role

- Carr y out pre-sailing routine; starts up main engines and/or engine room machinery; complet e shipboard checks; and shut down engines and machinery at the end of day

- Conduct watchkeeping duties including monitoring pressure levels, temperature levels, and condition of all equipment; maintains fuel, lube oil, air and water levels; tak es samples; handl es chemicals; clean s related filters; and check s all plumbing and electrical systems throughout the vessel
- Obser ves and record s information in engine room logs and daily workbook; comple tes inspection check-off lists, maintenance logs, battery logs and safety equipment inventory
- Perfor ms routine maintenance on all deck, engine room, catering machinery and equipment; troubleshoot s and repair s mechanical breakdowns; and assist s with the overhaul of major components

- Oversee s and assist s in the transfer of fuel, lube oil and waste oil; tak es soundings
- Assist s in the annual refit; test runs emergency generator, fire sprinkler, bilge and ballast pumps; ensur es submersible bilge pump and compartment valves are working; servic es emergency escape breathing gear; control s stores and inventory; and train s Assistant Engineers
- Clean s , wash es and pain ts engine room equipment and spaces as required

- Perform s occasional tasks including servicing sewage system and purifiers; test s fuel injectors; and drain s and clean s injector cooling tanks
- Perform s the duties of Junior Watchkeeper or Engine Room Assistant when required




- Participat es in fire and boat drills; and performs emergency duties as assigned

- Provid es orientation, guidance and informal training to other employees
- Perform s o ther related duties as assigned from time to tim e

Qualifications

- Transport Canada 4th Class Motor Certificate of Competency (CoC) or higher — or an equivalent CoC from a country recognized under a reciprocal agreement with Transport Canada

- Valid Seafarers Medical

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

- Ability to understand and create working diagrams that accurately explain system functions
- Ability to diagnose basic technical problems in a logical manner and to initiate corrective action

- Ability to identify inventory requirements, determine appropriate action , prioritize in accordance with project planning and operational requirements and apply maintenance schedules
- Ability to respond in a calm and assertive manner in emergency situations
- Ability to liaise with all shipboard departments to promote effective vessel operation

- Ability to complete tasks in a safe, logical and timely manner
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to locate and comprehend technical and non-technical information, and communicate it in a concise manner to ensure understanding

- Knowledge of safety practices and procedures
- Knowledge of policies and procedures regarding environmental protection regulations (including Oil Spill Contingency and Hazardous Waste Management)
- Knowledge of layout and operation of all ship systems,



including but not limited to propulsion, electrical and piping, both ancillary and auxiliary

- Knowledge of proper operation of communication equipment and radio protocol
- Strong Team orientation
- High level of self-motivation and initiative
- Ability to work well under pressure

- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships

Experience

- 12 months experience on vessels over 300 tonnes

“We sail to serve and connect the people and the coast of BC”

At BC Ferries, our people are at the heart of delivering secure and reliable service along 1,600 km of coastline. Every day, we connect communities and move tens of thousands of passengers and vehicles across our 25 routes through the dedication, expertise and hard work of our teams. Guided by a shared commitment to safety, service, inclusion, and local commitment, we offer meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a positive impact.

Whether you work onboard our vessels, in our terminals or behind the scenes, you'll play an important role in connecting people, supporting communities, and keeping coastal BC moving.

We support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted .

Interested a pplicants holding a Transport Canada 4 th Class Motor certification or higher will be considered for this opportunity based on meeting the qualifications, experience and suitability requirements determined by the Company.

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