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Chief Engineer

Student-Friendly Entry-Level
Company

Seaspan

Location

Kitimat-Stikine, Canada

Posted

May 24, 2026

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About This Opportunity

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 and record keeping, procurement and inventory control of the respective vessels.

Note: The vessel's home port is Kitimat, BC.

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 the Port Engineering Team and Engineering Superintendent to facilitate repairs, contract visits, etc.
  • Provides thorough analysis of breakdowns and faults to Shore Engineering...