Competition #: 48753Department: Public WorksLocation: LAHAVEType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: 26-May-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsThe Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia’s 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways and 4,100 bridges. We are an engaged and supportive workplace ensuring safety of our public service; ensuring all return home healthy and safe.The Marine Services division of Public Works maintains and operates seven provincial ferries: Englishtown, Little Narrows, Country Harbor, LaHave River, Tancook Island, and Digby Neck. Our ferry staff help further connect and expand Nova Scotia’s transportation network while ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our provincial ferries. Our ferries operate 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. If you want an exciting and challenging career with a daily view of our beautiful Atlantic waters, then we have the perfect opportunity just for you.About Our OpportunityAs a Marine Engineer, you will join an engaged and team-oriented team. Hours of work include 12‑hour shifts and may require working various alternating hours per week to maintain the ferry schedule.Primary AccountabilitiesOperate the main engines of the ferry, ensuring that all auxiliaries, pumps, ventilating fans, steering motors and furnaces function safely and efficiently.Inspect, repair, and maintain the mechanical and electrical equipment on the ferry.Direct traffic on the ferry; arrange vehicles on thedeck and keep the boat clean at all times.Qualifications And ExperienceGrade 12 education and at least 3 years of mechanical experience.A small vessel machinery operator’s license (SVMO) is an asset.Valid Seafarer’s Certificate of Medical Examination, Marine Emergency Duty Certificate,



and Marine First Aid.Outstanding teamwork and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently with minimum supervision, and exercise independent judgement and initiative.Working ConditionsThe role requires the ability to lift 50 pounds and to stand, shovel, walk, climb, and sit for extended periods. You may be exposed to diesel fumes, noise, dust, and varying weather conditions, including nights and weekends.BenefitsBased on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General Illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation, and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.Pay InformationPay Grade: MOS 13Salary Range: $2,101.64 – $2,158.51 Bi‑WeeklyWhat We OfferCareer Development: access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training.Engaging workplace: employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in.Countless Career Paths.Employment Equity StatementOur goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under‑represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self‑identify on your electronic application.Accommodation StatementWe are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If required, contact [email protected].#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Marine Engineer 1 (Lahave) - C$4,203.3 - C$4,317.0 A Month (Bridgewater)
🏢 Public Works
📍 Bridgewater