Shore Mechanic

Seaspan; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension plan matching

Health and wellness benefits

Free on-site gym

Parking

Job summary

Seaspan shoreside position in North Vancouver requires hands-on mechanical maintenance of non-engineered vessels and supervision of repairs. The Shore Mechanic coordinates daily operations, schedules crews and ensures seaworthiness, safety, and regulatory compliance.

This on-site role includes diagnosing issues, coordinating third-party tow or repair services, and maintaining an on-call rotation for urgent repairs.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education is required.
• Trade certificate with Red Seal preferred.
• 3+ years of hands-on mechanical maintenance and repair experience.
• Onboard Engineer experience preferred.
• Knowledge of marine emergency procedures and towing operations.
• Class 5 driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily operation of the facility, including scheduling and monitoring of vessels, people and resources to minimize downtime.
• Respond to troubleshooting requests, diagnose problems with safety in mind and determine priority and solution.
• Visit vessels on-site or arrange on-call repairs for inspection and repair.
• Assess seaworthiness and determine repair scope, method, budget and timing.
• Coordinate vessel movements and engage third parties for towing or related services.
• Identify and schedule vendors and supervise contractors; ensure compliance with safety policies and regulations.
• Maintain on-call rotation for running repairs and participate in safety drills.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Onboard engineering

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Planning & organization

Communication skills

Education

Grade 12 education

Heavy Duty mechanic or Millwright certificate with Red Seal

4th Class Engineering Certificate (asset)

Job description

The Shore Mechanic coordinates and performs maintenance and repairs on the non-engineered vessels as directed ensuring vessels are properly maintained in seaworthy condition. This role assists with the daily operations of the facility and provides instruction to trades persons and sub-contractors working onsite.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 10 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver.

What you’ll do

• Assists with daily operationsof responsible facility, including organization, scheduling (vessels, people, resources) and monitoring of the facility operations as well as the maintenance of the facility. Ensures proper organization and effective implementation of service schedules causing a minimum down time on the vessels.
• Responds to troubleshooting requests. Provides initial diagnosis to the problem and determines the priority and suitable solution weighing in the effects on crew safety and possibility of further equipment damage.
• Visits the vessel onsite or arranges an on‑call repair person to inspect and repair the issue.
• Performs repair inspections and determines repair solutions including scope, method, budget and timing of repair. Conducts assessment of seaworthiness of the vessels before allowing them to sail again.
• For critical circumstances, coordinates the vessels to a suitable tie up and organizes a third party to tow the vessel to the nearest facility.
• Identifies and schedules vendors, suppliers and contractors (both trades and equipment) for maintenance and repair. Supervises contractors in specialized trades and monitors the repair work.
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with the company’s safety policy and all applicable rules and regulations are adhered. Issues hot work permits and confined space permits. Participates in all Safety and environmental drills and inspections and is trained to be part of the facility Emergency Response Team.
• Maintains an on‑call rotation for running repairs on vessels outside of the regular work schedule.
• Performs additional duties as required.

What you’ll bring

• Grade 12 education.
• Heavy Duty mechanic or Millwright Certificate with Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement preferred. 4 th Class Engineering Certificate, or previous experience supervising vessel maintenance and repairs involving multiple vessels is an asset.
• Class 5 driver’s licence.
• Minimum 3 years of hands‑on mechanical maintenance and repair experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working as an onboard Engineer preferred.
• Knowledge of marine emergency procedures and other applicable regulations.
• Knowledge of vessel operations and requirement of the towing industry preferred.
• Mechanical, hydraulics, and electrical trades skills. Knowledge of steel working and welding is an asset.
• Ability to balance priorities and needs with available resources.
• Organizational, planning and problem‑solving skills.
• Interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Creativity to resolve new technical and mechanical problems.

Why you’ll love working here

• This is a full‑time, permanent position.
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate’s experience.
• We also provide the best‑in‑class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including things such as extended health care (i.e. paramedical services for massage therapy, speech therapy, mental health coverage, physiotherapy, and more), dental care, vision care, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, $500 personal spending account, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Free on‑site gym.
• Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.

The estimated salary for this position is $81,000 - $99,000. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate’s skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

About Us

With more than 130 years of experience navigating in some of the world’s most complex and difficult waters, Seaspan Marine is the largest and most diverse tug & barge company on Canada’s West Coast.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.

About the Team

With more than 130 years of experience navigating in some of the world’s most complex and difficult waters, Seaspan Marine is the largest and most diverse tug & barge company on Canada’s West Coast.