Chief Electrical Engineer (Journeyperson Electrician)

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1d•CA$53•Onsite

About The Position

Marine Atlantic is currently looking for Chief Electrical Engineers (Journeyperson Electricians) to work onboard its vessels operating from the ports of Port aux Basques NL and North Sydney NS year-round, and Argentia NL during the summer season. This position is permanent spare and relief, with shifts scheduled across the fleet based on operational requirements. The Chief Electrical Engineer reports directly to the Chief Engineer and functionally to the Master. This role is responsible for all activities performed on board related to electrical and electronic equipment and control systems. The position plays a key role in maintenance planning for operations, refit/dockside maintenance, capital projects, electrical enhancement, annual budgets, and the five-year plan. This is a critical leadership role responsible for the supervision of all Electrical Engineers, leading, managing, and developing the team, reinforcing Marine Atlantic’s Values, and ensuring collective agreement provisions are followed.

Requirements

Interprovincial Red Seal Electrician Certification OR A combination of equivalent education, job-related training, and work experience in a related position.
Proven leadership/supervisory skills, including demonstrated success with leading, motivating, mentoring and growing a team.
Good communication skills.
Previous work-related experience relative to various machinery configurations, control and alarm systems.
Ability to keep accurate up-to-date records.
Ability to work in confined spaces.
Ability to obtain a Transport Canada Marine Medical.

Nice To Haves

Previous relevant work experience in a marine environment.
Experience and/or training in marine electrical/electronics.
Familiarity with computerized preventative maintenance systems.
Marine STCW 6.1 and 6.2 Courses, including valid MED refresher.
Passenger Safety Management.
Marine Advanced First Aid Certificate.
Transport Canada Marine Medical.

Responsibilities

Work diligently to promote a physically and psychologically safe working environment that is diverse, accessible, inclusive, and equitable.
Responsible for all Electrical and Electronic equipment and Control systems.
Supervise all Electrical Engineers and assign work activities as required.
Ensure all work is conducted in a safe manner following all established safety procedures.
Ensure that all electrical and electronic equipment on the vessel is fully operational and safe to use by Marine Atlantic Departments and outside Contractors.
Ensure all work permits are issued and complete.
Create a work list for the Electricians and assign the Planned Maintenance cards (CMMS) for their shift.
Meet with the Chief Engineer about outstanding work to be completed.
Remain in the Engine Control Room for arrival and departures from Port and for any manoeuvring of the ship.
Prepare list of items for refit maintenance.
Ensure that electrical supplies are requested in a timely manner providing Supply Chain with complete specifications and following Marine Atlantic procurement policies.
Ensure electrical supplies are received and available as required.