Ferry Shore Engineer Permanent

10778BR

Ferry Shore Engineer Permanent

Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is inviting applications for Permanent, full-time position of Shore Engineer with the Ferry Division of Halifax Transit.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality's core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous / Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

The Shore Engineer is administratively responsible to the Supervisors, Ferry Operations. While working on a vessel, the Shore Engineer is functionally responsible to the Vessel’s Master.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

The Shore Engineer shall :

• Implement planned and corrective maintenance activities in support of ferries and pontoon structures. Care, custody and maintenance of a spare parts inventory and updating the Fleet Focus Database.
• Maintain detailed expertise in the troubleshooting and repair of equipment; provide advice to Deckhand / Engineers as applicable.
• Direct the activities of Relief Engineers and Mates when they are assigned to maintenance activities.
• Pump and clean vessel bilges in accordance with approved methodologies.
• Inspect fire, lifesaving and safety equipment daily, notify the Supervisors and / or Manger, Ferry Operations of deficiencies, repair or replace as required.
• Maintain the cleanliness and order at Ferry Maintenance Facility, 50 Mount Hope and Woodside Ferry Terminal Maintenance work area, and any associated storage spaces.
• Assist in the preparation of specifications for engine rebuilds as well as vessel refits and drydocking’s.
• Act as Ferry Engineer / Deckhand for short periods when required by the schedule or emergency short notice absences of regular personnel.
• Fueling of ferries in accordance with prescribed practices.
• Sourcing and purchasing of items as per HRM delegated procurement authorities associated with acquisition cards.
• Maintain logbooks and records in accordance with operational procedures.
• Adherence to corporate policy as related to respectful and harassment free workplace.
• Other duties as assigned by the Ferry Supervisors.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education and Experience :

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities :