JOB DESCRIPTION
Atlantic Towing is seeking Chief Engineer for the Harbour and Coastal fleet.
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
• 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 ATL'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

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3rd Class Motor Certificate of Competency
• Marine Emergency Duties
• Transport Canada Marine Medical
• Marine Advanced First Aid and CPR
• WHMIS
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate (TDG)
• Years of Experience Required: 4-7 years