Oiler/Engine Room Assistant
The Canadian Coast Guard based in St. John’s (Newfoundland and Labrador) and Dartmouth (Nova Scotia) are inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Oiler/Engine Room Assistant. Canadian Coast Guard can be defined as a Special Operating Agency within Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO). We work to embrace proactive culture for 24/7 service to Canadians and for Canadians. We are known to be responsible for duties such as response to on-water and maritime incidents using a variety of vessels, hovercraft, helicopters, and small craft; and providing vital information and assistance to vessels, including navigation support, distress and safety communications and coordination of maritime trade. We have also got an announcement by the government of Canada, an Oceans Protection Plan, a whole of government approach to improve marine safety, to work with Indigenous groups, provinces, territories, and other stakeholders to better co-manage Canada’s oceans. We are known to be dedicated to deliver on this significant initiative and other departmental commitments. We always look for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our team in making an impact on the lives of Canadians. The candidates who will get selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to full time or casual employment. The shifts the candidate has to work are yet to be determined. The intent of the process is to create an inventory of candidates that will be used to staff RELIEF positions on a term (temporary) basis for the Canadian Coast Guard in the Central and Arctic Region – Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Sector.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Canadian Coast Guard
Position: Oiler/Engine Room Assistant
No of Vacancies: To be determined
Salary: $59,436 annually
Employment Type: Full time-term opportunities
Location: St. John’s (Newfoundland and Labrador) and Dartmouth (Nova Scotia)
Last Date of Application: 19th September 2023
Shifts: To be determined
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualifications such as high school, bachelor’s degree, a certificate or a diploma
Experience: Candidates need experience in various fields the details of the same are mentioned below
Physical Requirements:
To be determined
Other Requirements:
- The candidate should have a valid Marine Emergency Duties certificates STCW Basic Safety [A1 & B2] + Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue Boats [B1] OR Valid MED Refresher – Marine Basic Safety and Proficiency in Survival Craft (STCW BS and PSC)
- The candidate should have a valid Transport Canada STCW endorsed Engine Room Rating or Engine Room Assistant Certificate.
- The candidate should have an effective interpersonal skills
- The candidate should be someone who can be dependent on
- The candidate should have a valid Transport Canada STCW endorsed Marine Engineering Certificate of Competency.
- The candidate should have a Valid Marine Basic first aid certificate or higher
- The candidate should have experience as an Oiler/Engineer on a Coast Guard vessel
- The candidate should have the Reliability security clearance
- The candidate should have a valid Health Canada medical for seagoing personnel
- The candidate should be able to maintain a valid Certificate of Competency
- The candidate should be able to go to sea for prolonged periods of time and in adverse weather conditions
- The candidate should be able to travel by air, land or by sea
- The candidate should be able to wear and maintain a uniform, safety footwear, and personal protective equipment to Canadian Coast Guard standards
- The candidate should be able to work overtime when required
- The candidate should be willing to be deployed within the Atlantic Region
- The candidate should have the compliance with the CCG Safety Management System and Standards
- The candidate should have the adherence to the Canadian Coast Guard Respiratory Protection Program
- The candidate should be able to work with 30 minutes response time to the vessel during assigned work period
- The candidate should hold a valid passport
- All the candidates who are hired as the part of the core public administration are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and attest to their vaccination status unless accommodated based on a medical contraindication, religion, or another prohibited ground for discrimination as defined under the Canadian Human Rights Act.
Responsibilities:
- The candidate should be able to clean and care for equipment, machinery, and machinery spaces.
- The candidate should be able to assist in operating, maintaining and repairing and inspecting ship machinery and equipment.
- The candidate should be able to maintain an engine room watch and assist in maintaining a log of engine room activities.
- The candidate should be able to participate in damage control, firefighting, environmental response and other drills, exercises and operations.
- The candidate should be able to provide all support necessary to ensure CCG meets its mandate.
Benefits:
- The employees get to work in a well known company
- The employees get an inclusive and a barrier free work environment
- The employees get to work in a place who is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve.
- The employees get employment equity at the work environment
- The employees get competitive salary and other financial benefits
- The employees get various paid leave benefits
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume documents and certifications/training certificates that are listed above) through below mentioned details.
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