Engineering Superintendent

Stellar Recruitment Inc.; Kitimat; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment Inc. is seeking an experienced Engineer Superintendent to lead engineering and technical operations for a marine fleet based in Kitimat, BC. This high-impact role involves ensuring vessel reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance while guiding a team of engineers.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, demonstrated leadership skills, and a proactive approach. Key responsibilities include overseeing maintenance programs, managing budgets, and collaborating with various stakeholders to support safe marine operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of supervisory or management experience in complex operational environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical systems and asset management principles.
• Proven leadership presence with excellent communication and coaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the port engineering team.
• Oversee vessel maintenance programs and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage maintenance and engineering budgets and capital projects.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems knowledge

Communication skills

Team development

Education

Post-secondary education in Engineering

Marine Certificate of Competency

Job description

Are you a hands-on engineering leader who thrives in dynamic operational environments? Our client is seeking an experienced Engineer Superintendent to oversee the maintenance, engineering, and technical operations of a marine fleet based in Kitimat, BC. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for ensuring vessel reliability, safety, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness while leading a team of engineers and technical personnel.

We are looking for someone with strong technical expertise combined with exceptional leadership skills, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Candidates from marine transportation, offshore operations, oil & gas, shipbuilding, heavy industry, or other complex mechanical environments will be well suited for this opportunity. Success in this role requires a collaborative personality, the ability to build trust with crews and stakeholders, and a commitment to continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence. If this sounds like you, please apply directly or send your resume to [e-mail].

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the port engineering team, fostering a strong culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all maintenance and engineering activities.
• Oversee vessel maintenance programs, ensuring all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities are planned, coordinated, and executed in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage annual maintenance and engineering budgets, capital projects, vessel modifications, and fleet improvement initiatives while maintaining cost and schedule targets.
• Direct dry-dock planning, In-Service Inspection Plans (ISIP), vessel repairs, and engineering projects, ensuring fleet reliability and operational readiness.
• Investigate equipment, machinery, and systems failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence while improving long-term fleet performance.
• Collaborate with operations, vessel crews, regulatory authorities, contractors, shipyards, and technical specialists to support safe and efficient marine operations and fleet growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Engineering or completion of an apprenticeship program leading to qualification as a Power, Stationary, or Marine Engineer.
• Marine Certificate of Competency is preferred; equivalent experience in offshore, oil & gas, industrial, or heavy mechanical environments will also be considered.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive supervisory or management experience leading maintenance, engineering, or technical teams in complex operational environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical systems, rotating equipment, maintenance programs, reliability practices, and asset management principles.
• Demonstrated leadership presence with excellent communication, relationship-building, coaching, and team development abilities.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot critical issues, manage multiple priorities under pressure, and make sound operational decisions while maintaining a strong focus on safety and compliance.

Pay: $150,000 - $190,000 annually

Location is Kitimat, BC - relocation available