2nd Engineer, Tanker

oing industry leadership. The Second Engineer is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Engine Department personnel as well as the maintenance and safe operation of machinery, following the directions of the Chief Engineer. Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer, the Second Engineer ensures safe standards of operation across all departmental activities, adhering strictly to the Canada Shipping Act, Canada Labour Code, and established safety and environmental procedures.



Advantages
- Join a reputable organization committed to sustainability, operational excellence, and an inclusive, supportive workplace culture.
- Unionized position with competitive wages and comprehensive benefits paid in accordance with the union agreement.
- Month on / Month off Schedule


Responsibilities
- Supervise the safe, efficient, and economical operation of the Engine Room Department, exercising authority over junior engineers and unlicensed crew while overseeing their ongoing training.
- Direct and oversee the upkeep, maintenance, and safe operation of all assigned machinery and equipment, including main propulsion systems, fuel/lubricant piping, purifiers, steering gear, hydraulic systems, CPP systems, oily water separators, and incinerators.
- Manage bunker purification to maintain adequate fuel supply for main and auxiliary machinery.
- Ensure proper pumping of machinery bilge spaces in compliance with Canadian Vessel Pollution Prevention and Dangerous Chemicals Regulations and MARPOL standards.
- Oversee testing, maintenance, and documentation of main engine jacket water chemical additives, as well as the collection and recording of regular lube oil samples.
- Maintain accurate inventory records of Engine Room stores and spare parts received, expanded, or on hand.
- Monitor and document all work performed within the Planned Maintenance System for engine room machinery, deck equipment, and isolated compartments.
- Carry out security duties as mandated by the Vessel Security Plan.

Qualifications
- Transport Canada Certification: Second-Class Engineer, Motor Ship (or higher) issued by Transport Canada (Certificates recognized under Transport Canada STCW reciprocal arrangements with Australia, Belgium, Brunei Darussalam, France, Georgia, Ireland, Jamaica, Norway, Panama, Philippines, UK, and Ukraine are also eligible).
- Medical & Safety: Transport Canada Marine Medical Certificate, STCW Basic Safety, STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats, and STCW Advanced Fire Fighting. - ---- - Specialized Training: Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations, Propulsion Simulator – 2, and Shipboard Personnel with Designated Security Duties.


Summary
This represents an outstanding opportunity for an experienced marine engineering professional to join a premier tanker fleet on behalf of our client. The role requires strong leadership, technical proficiency in engine room management and planned maintenance, and a firm commitment to safety and environmental standards. If you are interested, please apply directly, or email your resume to parveen.sandhu@randstad.ca.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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