Onboard Marine Engineer — Second Assistant

Seaward Services Inc.; Nova Scotia; Hybrid; CAD 100,921; Full time

Job summary

A marine service company is seeking an Assistant Engineer for their vessel operation. Key responsibilities include the upkeep and maintenance of engineering systems, supervising engineering staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should have a High School Diploma, a valid Third Assistant Engineer USCG License, and strong mechanical, electrical, and analytical skills. This position requires working onboard the vessel on a rotational schedule of 4 weeks on, 4 weeks off, focusing on safety and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred from maritime academy, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum Third Assistant Engineer Unlimited Horsepower USCG License.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and operation of vessel systems within legal requirements.
• Report problems to the Chief Engineer immediately.
• Perform daily/weekly/monthly preventative maintenance as per schedule.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Hydraulic skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor’s degree from maritime academy or related field

Third Assistant Engineer Unlimited Horsepower USCG License

STCW 95 Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A marine service company is seeking an Assistant Engineer for their vessel operation. Key responsibilities include the upkeep and maintenance of engineering systems, supervising engineering staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should have a High School Diploma, a valid Third Assistant Engineer USCG License, and strong mechanical, electrical, and analytical skills. This position requires working onboard the vessel on a rotational schedule of 4 weeks on, 4 weeks off, focusing on safety and operational efficiency.