Overview

Marine Mechanic/Fitter

Albion Marine is a project management and engineering company. The company specializes in retrofits, upgrades and vessel operation support activities.
We are looking to hire a Marine Mechanic for casual on-call employment.
The Marine Mechanic performs maintenance and repairs on the vessels calling port of Vancouver as directed by engineers ensuring ships are appropriately maintained in seaworthy condition.

Duties and Accountabilities

  • Responds to troubleshooting requests.
  • Visits the vessel onsite to inspect and repair the issue.
  • Performs repair inspections and determines repair solutions, including scope, method, budget and timing of repair. The repair includes engines, pumps, compressors and other machinery, as well as mechanical devices and systems.
  • Ensures work is performed in accordance with the company’s safety policy, and all applicable rules and regulations adhere.
  • Performs additional duties as required.

Qualification Requirements

  • Grade 12 education.
  • Preferably Heavy Duty mechanic or Millwright Certificate.
  • Minimum 3 years of hands-on mechanical maintenance and repair experience. Experience working as an onboard Engineer preferred.
  • Valid class 5 driver’s licence.

Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies

  • Knowledge of marine emergency procedures and other applicable regulations.
  • Mechanical, hydraulics, and electrical trades skills. Knowledge of steel working and welding is an asset.
  • Ability to balance priorities and needs with available resources.
  • Organizational, planning and problem-solving skills.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.

Job Type: Freelance

Salary: $50.00-$58.00 per hour

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