4th Class Engineer

BC Ferries; North Saanich; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

BC Ferries is seeking a casual 4th Class Engineer for Swartz Bay. You will be responsible for maintaining, monitoring and repairing engine room machinery on board, ensuring safe and reliable service.

The role includes pre-sailing routines, watchkeeping, and routine maintenance, with a guarantee of a minimum of 15 workdays per month. Join a team committed to safety and coastal operations.

Qualifications

• Must hold Transport Canada 4th Class CoC or equivalent.
• Must have a valid Seafarer’s Medical.
• Experience on vessels would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-sailing routine and start up main engines and engine room machinery.
• Monitor pressure, temperature and equipment conditions; maintain fuel, lube oil, air and water levels; take samples.
• Record information in engine room logs and maintenance records; inspect and service systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on engine room and associated equipment; assist with major component overhauls.
• Oversee fuel and oil transfers and soundings; participate in annual refits and drills.
• Provide orientation and training to other employees; perform emergency duties as assigned.

Skills

Diagram literacy

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Team orientation

Communication

Pressure handling

Education

Transport Canada 4th Class CoC

Seafarer’s Medical

Job description

4th CLASS ENGINEER

Swartz Bay

Casual

The Opportunity

In this role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and repairing engine room machinery, equipment, and spaces on board. You’ll work in a hands‑on environment where your expertise directly supports safe and reliable service.

As a casual officer with BC Ferries, you will be guaranteed a minimum of 15 days of work per month.

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Chief Engineer, you will:

• Carry out pre-sailing routine; starts up main engines and/or engine room machinery; complete shipboard checks; and shut down engines and machinery at the end of day
• Conduct watchkeeping duties including monitoring pressure levels, temperature levels, and condition of all equipment; maintains fuel, lube oil, air and water levels; takes samples; handles chemicals; cleans related filters; and checks all plumbing and electrical systems throughout the vessel
• Observes and records information in engine room logs and daily workbook; completes inspection check-off lists, maintenance logs, battery logs and safety equipment inventory
• Performs routine maintenance on all deck, engine room, catering machinery and equipment; troubleshoots and repairs mechanical breakdowns; and assists with the overhaul of major components
• Oversees and assists in the transfer of fuel, lube oil and waste oil; takes soundings
• Assists in the annual refit; test runs emergency generator, fire sprinkler, bilge and ballast pumps; ensures submersible bilge pump and compartment valves are working; services emergency escape breathing gear; controls stores and inventory; and trains Assistant Engineers

• Cleans, washes and paints engine room equipment and spaces as required
• Performs occasional tasks including servicing sewage system and purifiers; tests fuel injectors; and drains and cleans injector cooling tanks
• Performs the duties of Junior Watchkeeper or Engine Room Assistant when required
• Participates in fire and boat drills; and performs emergency duties as assigned
• Provides orientation, guidance and informal training to other employees
• Performs other related duties as assigned from time to time

What you bring to the team

Qualifications:

• Transport Canada 4th Class Motor Certificate of Competency (CoC) or higher — or an equivalent CoC from a country recognized under a reciprocal agreement with Transport Canada
• Valid Seafarer’s Medical

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to understand and create working diagrams that accurately explain system functions
• Ability to diagnose basic technical problems in a logical manner and to initiate corrective action
• Ability to identify inventory requirements, determine appropriate action, prioritize in accordance with project planning and operational requirements and apply maintenance schedules
• Ability to respond in a calm and assertive manner in emergency situations
• Ability to liaise with all shipboard departments to promote effective vessel operation
• Ability to complete tasks in a safe, logical and timely manner
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to locate and comprehend technical and non-technical information, and communicate it in a concise manner to ensure understanding
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures
• Knowledge of policies and procedures regarding environmental protection regulations (including Oil Spill Contingency and Hazardous Waste Management)
• Knowledge of layout and operation of all ship systems, including but not limited to propulsion, electrical and piping, both ancillary and auxiliary
• Knowledge of proper operation of communication equipment and radio protocol
• Strong Team orientation
• High level of self-motivation and initiative
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships

Experience:

• 12 months experience on vessels over 300 tonnes

Join us!

"We sail to serve and connect the people and the coast of BC"

At BC Ferries, our people are at the heart of delivering safe and reliable service along 1,600 km of coastline. Every day, we connect communities and move tens of thousands of passengers and vehicles across our 25 routes through the dedication, expertise and hard work of our teams. Guided by a shared commitment to safety, service, inclusion, and local commitment, we offer meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a positive impact. Whether you work onboard our vessels, in our terminals or behind the scenes, you'll play an important role in connecting people, supporting communities, and keeping coastal BC moving.

We support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.