Spill Response Technician - Marine Engineer

Force Inspection Services; Port Alberni; Presencial; CAD 69.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Position-based incentive plan

Training and professional development

Respectful, inclusive workplace

Descripción de la vacante

Western Canada Marine Response Corporation (WCMRC) is seeking a Chief Engineer for our Port Alberni vessel operations. The role ensures safe, reliable mechanical performance and lead maintenance for the vessel fleet, including during spill response operations.

The position is full-time, based in Port Alberni, with a four-day, 10-hour schedule and 40% travel. Candidates must hold a 4th Class Marine Engineer certificate and meet medical fitness requirements.

Formación

• Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of a 4th Class Marine Engineer certificate issued by Transport Canada.
• Must meet medical fitness requirements under marine regulations.
• Capable of lifting up to 22 kg regularly.
• Willing to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Valid Seafarers Medical.

Responsabilidades

• Provide safe, prompt support for vessel operations and spill incidents.
• Maintain spill response equipment to keep it operational.
• Oversee all mechanical systems on the inspected vessel fleet.
• Participate in haul-outs, refits, and shipyard periods.
• Monitor systems at sea and perform repairs or mitigations.
• Ensure safety and compliance with company policies.
• Mentor engineering staff and complete monthly work orders.
• Support dry docking and Transport Canada inspections.
• Train new hires and contractors.
• Work on project teams and committees.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Safety leadership

Educación

4th Class Marine Engineer certificate

High school diploma

Seafarers Medical

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Safety Management System

Descripción del empleo

• Location 360 - 2750 Harbour Road,Port Alberni, BC, V9Y 7X2,Canada
• Base Pay $56.53 / Hour
• Employee Type Full-time
• Travel 40%
• Manage Others No

Make a Meaningful Impact on the Coast

At Western Canada Marine Response Corporation (WCMRC), our work matters. We help protect B.C.'s coast through marine spill preparedness, response, and training. When you join WCMRC, you become part of a team committed to environmental protection, operational readiness, and reducing risk for coastal communities and the marine environment.

We value diverse perspectives, mutual respect, and meaningful work. If you are looking for a purpose-driven role, we encourage you to apply.

What You’ll Do

This role is responsible as the Chief Engineer to the vessel and master. Responsible for safely responding to marine spill incidents, minimizing the impact to the environment by utilizing various strategies such as containment, protection, recovery, and clean up.

This full-time position is based in Port Alberni and operates on a four-day, 10-hour schedule. The workweek is either Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday, from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. However, as this is an emergency response position, employees must be available to travel on short notice and may be required to work away from home for extended periods in support of spill response operations, exercises, and preparedness activities.

Principal Accountabilities

• Provide safe, prompt, and efficient support for vessel operations, spill incidents, exercises, and preparedness.
• Maintain spill response equipment to ensure it is always operational and response-ready.
• Responsible for all mechanical systems on the inspected vessel fleet.
• Take part in haul-outs, refits, and shipyard periods.
• When operating at sea, they are expected to monitor all systems, ensure performance to spec, and to make at sea repairs or mitigate damage.
• Ensure that all activities are carried out with due regard to personal safety, the safety of others, and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Accountable to engineering management for technical performance and mentorship.
• Complete all assigned monthly work orders on time.
• Support vessel dry docking and assist with Transport Canada Vessel Inspections.
• Provide training to new hires/ casuals/ contractors.
• Work on project teams; build committees, shipyard visits, SME provision to committees.
• Keep current all required certifications, and proficiencies.
• Act in the role assigned by the Spill Response Manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education

• Completion of a high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of a 4th Class Marine Engineer certificate issued by Transport Canada.
• Must meet the requirements under the marine personnel regulations with respect to medical fitness.
• Must be capable of lifting and carrying up to 22 Kgs on a regular basis.
• Must be willing and able to work outdoors under inclement weather.
• Valid Seafarers Medical.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• A minimum of one year of previous experience with marine maintenance.
• Class One Drivers’ License or an Endorsement 20 (heavy trailer).
• Experience working with a Safety Management System.
• Collaborative team player who thrives on coordinating and interacting with multiple people on multiple projects, and who can manage shifting priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong leadership skills.
• Strong computer skills, dependable and organized.
• Maintenance of small power equipment.
• Working knowledge of local coastlines, and emergency response training and/or experience.

Summary

WCMRC offers meaningful work in a collaborative, safety-focused environment where employees support marine spill preparedness, response readiness, and protection of B.C.’s coast. Employees may also be eligible for role-specific rewards, supports, and development opportunities, as outlined below:

• Eligibility for WCMRC’s position-based incentive plan.
• Training and development opportunities, including role-specific learning, certifications, and approved professional development support.
• Purpose-driven work that supports coastal protection and emergency response readiness.
• A respectful, inclusive, and team-oriented workplace that values different experiences and perspectives.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to support your participation.

We appreciate all applications; however, only candidates selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.