Lead vessel engineering on Hornby Island with BC Ferries, applying mechanical, electrical, and propulsion systems expertise. Manage watches, emergencies, and maintenance.

The Chief Engineer, Minor supervises a small engine room crew and keeps the Master informed about vessel condition. The work includes engine logs, repairs, inspections, reports, stores, and drills. You will coordinate with departments, contractors, and regulatory agencies while supporting protected vessel operations.

Key Responsibilities:

- Stand engine room watches and maintain accurate engine logs
- Identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, and propulsion problems
- Supervise crew repairs, maintenance, watch-keeping, and emergency training
- Plan ship system maintenance, repairs, alterations,



and emergency work
- Coordinate refits, inspections, contractors, stores, and monthly inventories

Requirements:

- Hold a Third Class Motor Certificate or higher
- Maintain a valid Seafarers Medical
- Demonstrate two years as Chief Engineer or Senior Engineering Watchkeeper
- Know dry-dock, machinery refit, and shipyard procedures
- Communicate clearly through formal reports and workplace discussions

Use engineering leadership, vessel systems knowledge, and emergency readiness to support BC Ferries operations from Hornby Island.

📌 Chief Engineer Hornby Island Ferry (Baynes Sound)
🏢 BC Ferries
📍 Baynes Sound