Ship's Officer - Marine Engineer

Update: Closing date extended

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

⚓ Are you looking for new and exciting opportunities as a Ships’ Officer- Marine Engineer? Or perhaps a position as a Floating Plant Barge Master? Have you just graduated from a marine training college? Are you a serving or retired Canadian Armed Forces member? Do you hold a Transport Canada Marine or Power Engineering Certificate? Then look no further!

⚓ We are seeking a Ship’s Officer-Marine Engineer who would enjoy a challenging work experience in a dynamic environment. Embarking on this journey will provide you with a stable career in which your marine expertise is valued while allowing you to maintain work/life balance. You will work as part of a diverse team on a variety of vessels to facilitate collective objectives in support of the National Defence Team.

⚓ You will be tasked with a variety of responsibilities such as:
⚓ assisting with the maintenance and repair of the main propulsion, auxiliary and ancillary systems;
⚓ participating in watch-keeping duty and emergency response drills;
⚓ using your technical experience to support co-workers in the engine room;
⚓ briefing management on machinery status;
⚓ updating maintenance records; and
⚓ reviewing specifications for refits, or overseeing contractor work on any one of the Canadian Forces Auxiliary Fleet’s 10 vessels.

⚓ On top of completing valuable work that directly benefits Canada’s Pacific Naval Fleet, you will also enjoy the many benefits of working for the Department of National Defence (DND):
⚓ complementary fitness facilities and pools;
⚓ paid training and reimbursement of tuition for approved training;
⚓ dirty work pay;
⚓ allowances for meals;
⚓ allowance for Nuclear Response Team members;
⚓ one of the best pension plans in Canada with comprehensive dental/ medical benefits.

⚓ Applicants who are serving or former military, when you transition into the Federal Public Service, your pensionable time and earned vacation credits will be recognized.

Work environment

The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers. DNDs role is to provide services and support to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad. As a civilian employee, you will be an important part of the Defence Team.

Intent of the process

The intent of this advertisement is to create an inventory and may be used to staff similar positions (including lower level positions) on an indeterminate or term basis, including casual employment and with various security requirements.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Recent* related** marine engineering experience

* Recent is define as within the last three (3) years.
** Related experience may be obtained through a minimum of one (1) year of sea service working on a vessel or floating industrial barge OR one (1) year service in a shore-based marine operations, maintenance, repair, training or related facility.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Depending on the position to be filled, candidates must possess:

• Valid Transport Canada Certificate of Competency as Marine Engineer, Fourth Class Motor or higher;
or
• Valid Province of British Columbia Fourth Class Power Engineer Certificate or higher.

Note: Applicants who hold a British Columbia Power Engineer Certificate must also hold, and provide copies of Marine Emergency Duties (MED) Certificates A1, B1 and B2 or a Standard for Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Basic Safety certificate.

• Demonstrating integrity and respect.
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented.
• Thinking things through.
• Working effectively with others.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

• Experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of steam and diesel marine machinery;
• Experience overseeing vessel refits and machinery overhauls;
• Experience in supervising ship's crews;
• Experience in supervising ship's officers;
• Experience working with government and/or commercial repair facilities and contractors;
• Experience working with vessel Planned Maintenance Systems;
• Experience performing inspections and trials on vessels and marine machinery;
• Experience working with a budget under the Federal Financial Administration Act;

• Knowledge of repair, maintenance and operation of steam and diesel marine machinery and systems;
• Knowledge of computer-based Planned Maintenance Systems;
• Knowledge of Treasury Board financial policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of DND Human Resource policies and procedures.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Possession of a Transport Canada Marine Medical Certificate.

Must meet the medical requirements of Health Canada in accordance with the Treasury Board guidelines.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Salary by Group and Level:
⚓ SO-MAO-03 - $33.02 to $36.99 per hour
⚓ SO-MAO-05 - $37.28 to $41.59 per hour
⚓ SO-FLP-04 - $37.23 to $41.26 per hour
⚓ SO-FLP-05 - $39.83 to $44.18 per hour
⚓ SO-FLP-06 - $42.40 to $47.00 per hour
⚓ GT-04 - $62,556 to $71,124 per year
⚓ GT-05 - $70,213 to $79,832 per year

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.