Marine Crew: Engineer

Kingston Destination Group; Kingston; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading tourism organization in Kingston is seeking an Engineer to join their marine crew for the 2026 season. The successful candidate will have a Transport Canada 4th class engineering certificate and a G driver’s license. Responsibilities include servicing and repairing vessels, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This role is essential to maintain high standards for marine operations in the Kingston 1000 Islands area and requires a positive attitude and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.
• Heavy lifting and other demanding physical work is occasionally required.
• Proven marine experience in project management, including drydocking and equipment repair.

Responsibilities

• Report to Senior Master.
• Service and repair vessels, engines, and systems.
• Maintain gangways, and all shore support equipment.
• Participate in servicing vessels including fueling, sewage, and freshwater.
• Organize annual dry-docking of vessels according to regulations.

Skills

Transport Canada 4th class engineering certificate in good standing

G driver’s license

Positive attitude and approach

Strong verbal communication skills in English

Job description

Job Board / Marine Crew: Engineer

1 Brock Street, Kingston, Ontario, Canada, K7L 1R7 | contract . January 3, 2025

While we're not currently hiring, we're looking ahead to the 2026 season. We welcome early applications and will review them for potential opportunities in the Spring.

At Kingston Destination Group we’re looking for candidates interested in joining a fast-paced, service-focused team in one of Ontario’s most unique and rewarding work environments. Discover why Kingston and the 1000 Islands attracts visitors from around the world, and help create an inspiring tourism experience for our guests.

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Season:

The Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises operating season begins in late April, and ends in late October.

Qualifications

• Transport Canada 4th class engineering certificate in good standing or SVMO in good standing
• G driver’s license
• Positive attitude and approach
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment
• Strong verbal communication skills in English
• Heavy lifting and other demanding physical work is occasionally required
• Proven marine experience in project management, including drydocking, troubleshooting, and equipment repair/maintenance

Responsibilities

• Report to Senior Master
• Service and repair vessels, engines, and systems
• Maintain gangways, and all shore support equipment
• Organize and participate in servicing vessels including fueling, sewage, freshwater, bilge pumping
• Participate in a key role in fit out and layup of all vessels systems, engines
• Organize and participate in annual dry-docking of vessels in compliance of Transport Canada regulations
• Ensure all engine rooms meet minimum standards of Transport Canada regulations
• Document repairs and maintenance
• Assist in preparation for Transport Canada annual inspection

About Kingston Destination Group

Kingston Destination Group is committed to hospitality excellence as the portal to inspired visitor experience in the Kingston 1000 Islands destination. We create, sell and operate cruises, tours and experiences through our experiential brands, including Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises, Kingston Trolley Tours, Waterfront Gifts & Apparel, Kingston Walks, and K-Pass.

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