Horizon Maritime Services Ltd. is currently recruiting for The Horizon Arctic it is a multi-purpose, highly automated, vessel. We are currently accepting applications for the following position:
Chief Engineer: Minimum STCW 1st Class Motor Unlimited certificate of competency, Anchor handling experience preferred
Minimum Mandatory Training Requirements
- CoC Certificate of competency
- STCW Basic Safety
- STCW Proficiency in Survival Crafts other than Fast Rescue Craft
- STCW Vessel Personnel with Security Responsibilities
- Valid Transport Canada issued Seafarer Medical
- Marine First Aid
- WHMIS 2015
- Valid passport
- Anchor handling experience
To Apply: Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply, in confidence, to [email protected] with position of interest noted in subject heading. Please include a current CV, covering letter and copies of valid licenses and training certificates.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We can only accept applications from individuals who are eligible to work in Canada.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure that proper engine room watchkeeping arrangements are in place and, where applicable, appropriate Standing Orders and Night Orders for the type of vessel and operation are developed
- Ensure that the vessel’s maintenance program is implemented and maintained in accordance with applicable regulations, manufacturer specifications, company policies and good engineering practices and relevant records properly maintained
- Monitor performance, maintenance and repair of all machinery and electrical equipment, including:
- Main Engines and Auxiliary Machinery; Steering Gear; Thrusters; Oily Water Separator; Sewage Treatment Plant; Pumps; Valves; Piping; Refrigeration Machinery; Deck machinery (i.e. winches, cranes, davits, capstans, windlasses, etc.); Galley; and Other equipment as fitted, as well as the vessel’s structure with respect to hull and bulkhead, corrosion and leaks.
- Monitor the survey status of the vessel’s machinery and maintain a current file of the vessel’s class machinery survey reports
- Distribute work assignments, supervision, training, familiarization and conduct performance appraisals of engine room personnel
- Supervision of any work of a hazardous nature, ensuring that all safety procedures are followed (i.e. Safe Work Permit, Confined Space Entry, Lockout/Tag Out, Job Safety Analysis, etc.)
- Inform the Master of any machinery damage affecting the seaworthiness of the vessel, engine revolutions, possible delay or need for outside assistance in effecting repair – emergency or urgently needed repairs are to be requested immediately
- Review and sign–off the engine room Logbook, ensuring that all required information is entered and kept up–to–date
- Ensure that the vessel’s official documents and in particular the Oil Record Book is maintained properly and up–to–date
- Ensure at all times that sufficient bunkers, lubricating oils and water are carried on board for the completion of the voyage, or particular task
- Ensure that adequate engine room stores, supplies and spare parts are available on board for the intended voyage and according to classification society standards
- At the specified intervals, prepare and submit to the office the necessary management and performance reports, i.e. Change of Command, Fuel Reports, etc.
- Contribute to Horizon’s Safety culture by:
- Understand and comply with various safety processes within the Safety Management System
- Possess the skills to perform job related tasks and apply safe practices while performing physical tasks.
- Have a thorough understanding of precautions and procedures related to the Safety Management System
- Have thorough understanding of pollution regulations and the company’s objectives regarding environmental protection.
Successful candidates must be willing to undergo and pass a company pre-access drug and alcohol test.
Horizon Maritime Services Ltd. is a leading organization supplying best in class crew to the marine & offshore industries, licensed by Transport Canada as a Seafarer Recruitment and Placement Service (SRPS). We are committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples and persons with disabilities. We are an organization that puts safety first, supported by an unwavering commitment to compliance.