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Chief Engineer

Seaspan · North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Location
North Vancouver
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
March 22, 2026

Job Description

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, preservation, and readiness of the vessel’s machinery and equipment. The Chief Engineer is responsible for fueling, pollution control, liquid loading, logs, reporting, record keeping, procurement, and inventory control of the respective vessel.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 10 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver. 

What you’ll do 

  • The Chief Engineer is in charge of the engineering watch.
  • Performs troubleshooting and repairs of all machinery and equipment related breakdown.
  • Responsible for maintaining the propulsion, auxiliary and safety equipment in accordance with the planned maintenance system.
  • Coordinates the work of external contractors when repairs are being facilitated onboard.
  • Liaises with Port Engineering Team and Engineering Superintendent to facilitate repairs, contract visits, etc.
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