Marine Crew: Engineer

Kingston Destination Group; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading tourism company in Ontario, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of vessels and systems. This position offers the chance to work in a unique environment, contributing to memorable experiences for guests exploring the beautiful Kingston 1000 Islands. As part of a service-focused team, you will utilize your marine experience and engineering skills to maintain high standards of safety and efficiency. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about hospitality and marine operations, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Requires a Transport Canada 4th class engineering certificate or SVMO.
• Must have a G driver’s license and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair vessels, engines, and systems.
• Organize and participate in annual dry-docking of vessels.
• Document repairs and maintenance for compliance.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong verbal communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Heavy lifting capability

Marine experience in project management

Education

Transport Canada 4th class engineering certificate

SVMO in good standing

G driver’s license

Job description

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.

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

Qualifications:

• Transport Canada 4^th 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.