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JOB DESCRIPTIONAtlantic Towing is seeking Chief Engineer for the Harbour and Coastal fleet. The Chief Engineer is responsible to the Captain for the safe, environmentally sound, and efficient running of the Engine Room Department and maintenance of all machinery.RESPONSIBILITIESEnsure 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 developedEnsure 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 maintainedMonitor 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 leaksMonitor the survey status of the vessel's machinery and maintain a current file of the vessel's class machinery survey reportsDistribute work assignments, supervision, training, familiarization, and conduct performance appraisals of engine room personnelSupervision 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 immediatelyReview and sign-off the engine room Logbook, ensuring that all required information is entered and kept up-to-dateEnsure that the vessel's official documents and in particular the Oil Record Book is maintained properly and up-to-dateEnsure at all times that sufficient bunkers, lubricating oils, and water are carried on board for the completion of the voyage, or particular taskEnsure that adequate engine room stores, supplies, and spare parts are available on board for the intended voyage and according to classification society standardsAt 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 SystemPossess the skills to perform job related tasks and apply safe practices while performing physical tasksHave a thorough understanding of precautions and procedures related to the Safety Management SystemHave thorough understanding of pollution regulations and the company's objectives regarding environmental protectionQUALIFICATIONS3rd Class Motor Certificate of CompetencyMarine Emergency DutiesTransport Canada Marine MedicalMarine Advanced First Aid and CPRWHMISTransportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate (TDG)Years of Experience Required: 4-7 yearsABOUT USFounded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encou Location Saint John , NB Work location On site Salary $ 30.00 to $ 63.00 HOUR hourly Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time Starts as soon as possible Source CareerBeacon #2563680 Various locations Saint John, NB
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
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When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.