We are seeking a self-starter and a positive team player who provides essential vessel safety and operational expertise.
Reporting to the 1st Engineer, Engine Room Assistants are responsible for:
- Monitoring machinery including maintaining oil and water levels; checking temperatures and pressures of main and auxiliary engines, gear boxes, compressors and winches; ensuring operation of boilers; handling chemicals for testing; monitoring all pumps; relieving the watch; and doing rounds. Communicating in person and or by radio with ships’ officers and ticketing staff
- Performing general housekeeping including cleaning of all shipboard machinery, bilges and spaces; prepping and painting machinery and engine room spaces; removing garbage; and polishing brass fixtures
- Assisting the Engineers with maintenance work including oil and filter changes, engine adjustments, steering gear checks, and leg alignments; starting main engines and auxiliaries; taking lube and fuel oil samples; and assisting with major overhauls and refits
- Performing daily work routine including taking fuel soundings; pumping dirty oil tanks; assisting in receiving fuel on board; checking void spaces; and cleaning oil strainers
- Performing safety checks; ensuring emergency systems are in order; participating in emergency and safety drills; attending safety meetings; receiving stores; and repairing equipment defects in other departments
What you bring to the team
This position requires Marine Emergency duties training - STCW Basic Safety (MED A1 and MED B2) and Proficiency in Survival Craft (MED B1). You have an ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a safe and timely manner while monitoring and maintaining mechanical, electrical, and propulsion systems.
A mechanical background including formal training and/or a Transport Canada Engine Room Rating certificate is considered an asset. Preference will be given to those with a 4th Class Motor Certificate.
Join us!
If this sounds like your next excellent career move, please submit your cover letter and resume by April 30 , 2026 .**
- "We connect communities and customers to people and places important in their lives”_- We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._
📌 Engine Room Assistant (West Vancouver)
🏢 BC Ferries
📍 West Vancouver
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