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Marine Engine Mechanic

  • Richmond, BC, V6W 1A1, Canada

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MARINE ENGINE MECHANIC Richmond - Fleet Maintenance Unit

We are seeking highly motivated, experienced and qualified Marine Engine Mechanics, preferably with marine engine and/or thruster experience to fill a position at our Fleet Maintenance facility in Richmond.

This position will support the refit and capital project requirements for our fleet of vessels and will be performing the following: services, repairs and refits of vessel engines, systems, and equipment including engine components, compressors, and pumps, relief and safety valves, cylinder heads, cooler cores, clutches and engine blocks; measures and inspects bearings, cylinders, pistons, and turbochargers; repairs and tests of fuel injection systems, including pumps and injectors; operates large and small mobile cranes, forklifts and winches. Provides a ‘lead hand’ role for new employees and helpers; and performs additional duties as required.

You have a thorough understanding of Work Safe BC regulations and safe working practices and working knowledge of relevant materials, tools and equipment. You hold a relevant BC or Interprovincial Trade Qualification in one or more of the following trades: Heavy Duty Mechanic, or Millwright.

Join us! 

If this sounds like your next great career move, please submit your cover letter and resume by October 16, 2026.  

"We sail to serve and connect the people and the coast of BC”  

At BC Ferries, our people are at the heart of delivering safe and reliable service along 1,600 km of coastline. Every day, we connect communities and move tens of thousands of passengers and vehicles across our 25 routes through the dedication, expertise and hard work of our teams. Guided by a shared commitment to safety, service, inclusion, and local commitment, we offer meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a positive impact. Whether you work onboard our vessels, in our terminals or behind the scenes, you'll play an important role in connecting people, supporting communities, and keeping coastal BC moving. 

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.

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Responsibilities

The Marine Engine Mechanic will perform services, repairs, and refits on vessel engines, systems, and equipment including compressors, pumps, and fuel injection systems. Additionally, the role involves operating heavy machinery and providing lead hand guidance to new employees and helpers.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a relevant BC or Interprovincial Trade Qualification as a Heavy Duty Mechanic or Millwright. A thorough understanding of Work Safe BC regulations and safe working practices is required.

Skills

  • Marine engine repair
  • Thruster maintenance
  • Engine block repair
  • Fuel injection systems
  • Crane operation
  • Forklift operation
  • Winch operation
  • Work Safe BC regulations
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Heavy duty mechanics
  • Millwrighting
  • Safety valves
  • Turbocharger inspection
  • Cylinder head repair
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Lead hand leadership

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Categories

  • Engineering
  • Trades
  • Transportation
  • Manufacturing
  • Energy

Keywords

  • Marine Engine Mechanic
  • Fleet Maintenance
  • Vessel Engines
  • Thrusters
  • Compressors
  • Pumps
  • Relief Valves
  • Safety Valves
  • Cylinder Heads
  • Cooler Cores
  • Clutches
  • Engine Blocks
  • Bearings
  • Pistons
  • Turbochargers
  • Fuel Injection Systems
  • Mobile Cranes
  • Forklifts
  • Winches
  • Work Safe BC
  • Heavy Duty Mechanic
  • Millwright
  • Trade Qualification
  • Refit
  • Capital Projects
  • BC Ferries
  • Marine Engineering
  • Safety Compliance
  • Mechanical Repair
  • Industrial Maintenance

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