4th Class Engineer

J.D. Irving, Limited; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Harbour Development is seeking a 4th class marine professional to operate from Saint John, NB. The role includes maintaining an Engine Room watch, conducting planned maintenance, and ensuring safety and environmental procedures are followed.

You will keep logs, report parts usage, and support regulatory compliance across the vessel. The ideal candidate holds a 4th Class Motor Certification and recognizes the importance of Safe Work practices, emergency duties, and TDG/WHMIS regulations in a

Qualifications

• Maintain a safe Engine Room watch and logbook per regulations and company policies.
• Perform planned maintenance per vessel program.
• Ensure cleaning station tasks are completed and recorded.
• Follow safety procedures and environmental protection requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe Engine Room watch and monitor machinery performance.
• Perform planned maintenance activities per vessel program.
• Ensure cleaning station tasks are performed and recorded.
• Carry out safety procedures as directed by the superintendent.
• Maintain spare parts records and report to the superintendent.
• Ensure areas and equipment are kept clean and compliant with regulations.
• Understand and apply Safety Management System processes and pollution regulations.

Skills

Safety awareness

Education

4th Class Motor Certification

Marine Emergency Duties

Transport Canada Marine Medical

H2S Alive

Marine First Aid and CPR

WHMIS

TDG

Vessel Personnel with Security Responsibilities

Job description

Job Description

Harbour Development is seeking a 4th class in Saint John, NB.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and efficient Engine Room watch and monitor machinery performance in accordance with applicable regulations, Chief Engineer’s standing orders and company policies and procedures, and maintenance of the Engine Room Logbook.
• Perform pertinent planned maintenance activities in accordance with the vessel’s program.
• Ensure that cleaning station tasks are performed.
• Carrying out safety procedures assigned by the superintendent.
• Maintain a record of spare parts used and report to the superintendent.
• Ensure that the areas and equipment are maintained in a clean condition and that positive action is taken in all cases to ensure that operations conform to regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Contribute to Harbour Developments safety culture by:
• Understand and comply with various safety processes within the Safety Management System.
• Possess the skills to perform job related tasks and apply safe practices while performing physical tasks.
• Have a thorough understanding of precautions and procedures related to the Safety Management System.
• Have thorough understanding of pollution regulations and the company’s objectives regarding environmental protection.

Qualifications

• 4th Class Motor Certification Requirements
• Marine Emergency Duties
• Transport Canada Marine Medical
• H2S Alive
• Marine First Aid and CPR
• WHMIS
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate (TDG)
• Vessel Personnel with Security Responsibilities

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New‑Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Harbour Development is a large Eastern Canadian Marine Construction and Dredging company with over 60 years of operations. Harbour Development specializes in all aspects of marine construction and dredging throughout Atlantic Canada, Quebec, Ontario and Western Canada. We operate a fleet of spud barge dredges, shallow draft workboats, tugboats, cranes and dump scows.