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BC Ferries

Chief Engineer, Minor

Hornby Island, BC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 29, 2026
Experience: Minimum 2 years demonstrated experience as a Chief Engineer or Senior Engineering Watchkeeper
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 30, 2026

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Job Description

CHIEF ENGINEER, MINOR

Hornby Island

The Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate, innovative engineer who brings the technical, interpersonal, and leadership skills for the Chief Engineer, Minor position on Hornby Island.

The Role

Duties

Reporting to the Senior Chief Engineer, this position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of a ship’s mechanical, electrical and propulsion systems and will perform the following duties:

Standing an engineer room watch; reviewing and making entries to engine logs; taking action to identify and resolve potential or existing problems with mechanical, electrical of propulsion systems; and keeping the Master appraised of the condition of the vessel
Standing by the controls during maneuvering and is prepared to take over the controls of the vessel in emergency situations
Supervising and directing the work of a small engine room crew engaged in repair, maintenance, and watch-keeping duties; and ensuring that the crew is trained in firefighting and emergency duties
Planning and conducting maintenance, repairs and alterations to all ship’s systems; and completing emergency repairs
Completing a variety of reports on fuel, lube oil, machinery failures, accidents, discrepancies in log readings, or any undue incidents affecting the vessel
Overseeing ordering of stores, spare parts and tools; ensuring there is sufficient water and fuel on board; and conducting monthly inventory
Liaising with all departments and with external contractors to coordinate repair work; determining specifications and costs for refit; participating in refit activities; handling complaints from staff regarding equipment problems in other departments; and coordinating ship inspections with regulatory agencies
Carrying out fire and boat drills; and responding to emergency situations
Providing orientation, guidance and informal training to other employees

Education

What you bring to the team

3 rd Class Motor Certificate or Higher
Valid Seafarers Medical

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to develop and recommend long term solutions to improve operational efficiency on all operating systems
Ability to research and determine the most cost effective and appropriate repair, replacement and procurement of assets ensuring operational viability
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in detailed formal reports in a clear, concise and accurate manner
Ability to supervise staff, identify training requirements, and to resolve disputes by taking necessary action, including discipline
Considerable knowledge of dry-dock and machinery refit procedures, and of shipyard practices
Good working knowledge of computer-based maintenance systems
Strong Team orientation
High level of self-motivation and initiative
Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships

Experience

Minimum 2 years demonstrated experience as a Chief Engineer or Senior Engineering Watchkeeper

Join us!

If this sounds like your next great career move, please submit your cover letter and resume by November 11, 2026.

"We connect communities and customers to people and places important in their lives”

At BC Ferries, our employees are our most important assets in delivering our commitment to customer safety, service and satisfaction. We support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Us

About Us: 

For 65 years, we have been dedicated to providing safe and efficient travel to our customers.

Our role as a ferry transportation provider goes beyond getting passengers from point A to B. With 25 routes throughout the west coast of BC, we serve as advocates for the coastal environment and communities where we operate.

Operations began in 1960 with just two ferries providing service on a single route. Today we have 37 ferries moving more than 22.7 million passengers and 9.7 million vehicles every year.

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Responsibilities

Operate and maintain the vessel’s mechanical, electrical, and propulsion systems, including watchkeeping, troubleshooting, repairs, maintenance planning, and emergency response. Supervise and train engine room crew, manage supplies and maintenance reporting, and coordinate refits, contractors, and regulatory inspections.

Requirements

Requires a Third Class Motor Certificate or higher and a valid Seafarers Medical. Applicants must have at least two years of experience as a Chief Engineer or Senior Engineering Watchkeeper, along with strong technical, communication, supervisory, and problem-solving abilities.

Skills

Ship Systems Operation And Maintenance
Mechanical And Electrical Systems
Propulsion Systems
Engine Room Watchkeeping
Troubleshooting And Repairs
Crew Supervision
Emergency Response
Firefighting And Safety Drills
Maintenance Planning
Dry-Dock And Machinery Refit
Inventory And Procurement
Technical Reporting
Staff Training
Interdepartmental Coordination
Regulatory Inspections

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Keywords

Third Class Motor Certificate
Seafarers Medical
Chief Engineer
Senior Engineering Watchkeeper
Engine Room Watch
Mechanical Systems
Electrical Systems
Propulsion Systems
Engine Logs
Vessel Operations
Maintenance And Repairs
Emergency Repairs
Dry-Dock Procedures
Machinery Refit
Shipyard Practices
Fuel And Lubricating Oil
Spare Parts And Tools
Inventory Management
Firefighting
Boat Drills
Crew Supervision
Regulatory Inspections
Refit Coordination

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