Gov of NFL looking for TC 2nd Engineers

[The Dieselduck]

Marine Engineer (Second Class)
Department of Transportation and Works - Canada
$29.83 - $33.28 an hour

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the mechanical operation and maintenance of the engine room and its auxiliaries. The successful candidate is required to act as engineer in charge of the engine room and auxiliaries by supervising engine room staff and participating in activating, operating and controlling the main engines. The incumbent inspects, cleans and performs electronic, plumbing, mechanical and hydraulic repairs and maintenance in accordance with departmental preventative maintenance schedules; ensures that back-up systems are in operational order; accompanies the vessel as required during refit schedules and assists technical personnel in carrying out repairs and alterations; and maintains an adequate level of supplies and routine parts. The incumbent will maintain a current defect list, update the maintenance program as required and write a refit specification to be submitted to the Marine Superintendent prior to scheduled refit. The incumbent will complete a log abstract at the end of each shift for submission to Marine Headquarters and maintain an up-to-date Chief Engineer’s Logbook. The successful candidate may have to maintain equipment vital to the service such as shore generators and wharf lighting equipment that is located outside of the vessel. Other related duties as assigned.

Merit Criteria (What is this?)

Screening Criteria

Experience in marine engineering and the operation and maintenance of marine diesel, hydraulic and electrical equipment in a Canadian environment

2nd Class Motor Engineer’s Certificate issued by Transport Canada or a 3rd Class Motor Engineer’s Certificate issued by Transport Canada and associated endorsements with at least five consecutive years of experience as a Watch keeping Engineer with copies of sea testimonials

Related course work in the electrical and mechanical trades with appropriate marine related courses and training

MED’s

Marine Basic First Aid

Marine Medical

Passenger Safety Management Course and Specialized Passenger Safety Management Course (Asset)

Assessment Criteria

Knowledge of marine engineering

Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of marine diesel, hydraulic and electrical equipment in a Canadian environment

Ability to communicate (verbally)

Ability to manage time and organize tasks

Ability to solve problems

Ability to lead others

Ability to work in a team

Conditions of Employment (What is this?)

Conditions of Offer

Proof of 2nd or 3rd Class Motor Engineer’s Certificate issued by Transport Canada and associated endorsements and testimonials

Proof of MEDs, Marine Basic First Aid, Marine Medical and copies of Sea Testimonials

Certificate of Conduct satisfactory to the Employer

Vulnerable Sector Query satisfactory to the Employer

Conditions of Acceptance

Applicants are advised that positions will be of variable duration and terminate on or before March 31, 2017, subject to possibility of extension.

These positions are short term, temporary call-in

Participation in any safety course training, as offered and required by the Department

Applicant Information

Applicants must submit copies of valid a 2nd Class Motor Engineer’s Certificate issued by Transport Canada and associated endorsements, MEDs, Marine Basic First Aid, Marine Medical or valid a 3rd Class Motor Engineer’s Certificate issued by Transport Canada and associated endorsements, MEDs, Marine Basic First Aid, Marine Medical with copies of Sea Testimonials with their application.

Failure to do so shall result in an application being screened out.

For more information about this opportunity please call Glenn Tremblett, Marine Superintendent at (709) 535-6220

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador values diversity in the work place and is an equal opportunity employer.

Preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Applications should be received before the close of business on the closing date - late applications with explanation may be accepted.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required merit criteria.

Applications that do not clearly demonstrate the required criteria will be screened-out.

All applications must contain accurate contact information, including current mailing address, email address and phone number.

This competition may be used to fill future similar vacancies with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.

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