boatswain - water transport

Bridgemans Crew Management LTD; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to assist in maintaining ship engines and machinery. This role involves performing routine maintenance, cleaning engine parts, and ensuring the deck is well-maintained. The successful candidate will operate and repair deck equipment, monitor engine indicators, and stand watch under the direction of an officer. If you are passionate about maritime operations and enjoy hands-on work, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to essential vessel operations in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in routine maintenance and repair of ship's engine and machinery.
• Ability to operate and maintain deck and off-loading equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on ship's engine and machinery.
• Monitor engine indicators and operate deck equipment.

Skills

Routine maintenance

Engine repair

Machinery operation

Deck maintenance

Splicing ropes and cables

Monitoring indicators

Operating pumps and valves

Steering vessels

Job description

1. Assist in performing routine maintenance work and repair to ship's engine, machinery and auxiliary equipment
2. Clean engine parts and keep engine room clean
3. Clean, chip and paint deck surfaces
4. Handle mooring lines, and splice and repair ropes, wire cables and cordage
5. Lubricate moving parts of engine, machinery and auxiliary equipment
6. Monitor engine, machinery and equipment indicators
7. Operate and maintain off-loading liquid pumps and valves
8. Operate, maintain and repair deck equipment
9. Stand watch and steer ship or self-propelled vessel under the direction of an officer