Requisition ID: 1691 
Location: Vessels 
Hourly Rate $52.965   
Application Closing Date: 05/12/2026   
Application Closing Time: 23:59 hours Newfoundland Time 

Marine Atlantic is currently looking for Chief Electrical Engineers (Journeyperson Electricians) to
work onboard our vessels that operate from the ports of Port aux Basques NL and North Sydney NS
year-round; and Argentia NL during the summer season. These positions are permanent, spare and
relief positions that are scheduled across our fleet and each tour based on operational
requirements. 

Marine Atlantic is committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Preference may be
given to members of the following equity deserving groups: women, Indigenous Peoples, persons
with disabilities, visible minorities and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members.  If you are a member of
one or more of these groups, please state to which group(s) you identify in your application.

Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer and functionally to the Master, the Chief Electrical Engineer
is responsible for all activities performed on board relative to electrical and electronic equipment
and control systems.  This position plays a key role in maintenance planning for operations,
refit/dockside maintenance, capital projects, electrical enhancement, annual budgets and the five year plan.  

This Chief Electrical Engineer position is a critical leadership role onboard our vessels. This position
is responsible for the supervision of all Electrical Engineers, making it a key role in leading,
managing and developing the team, while reinforcing Marine Atlantic’s Values and ensuring that the
provisions of the collective agreement are followed.  

Additional Key Areas of Responsibility
•    Work diligently to promote a physically and psychologically safe working environment, that is
diverse, accessible, inclusive and equitable.
•    Responsible for all Electrical and Electronic equipment and Control systems.
•    Supervise all Electrical Engineers and assign work activities as required.  
•    Ensure all work is conducted in a safe manner following all established safety procedures.
•    Ensure that all electrical and electronic equipment on the vessel is fully operational and safe to
use by Marine Atlantic Departments and outside Contractors.
•    Ensure all work permits are issued and complete.
•    Create a work list for the Electricians and assign the Planned Maintenance cards (CMMS) for
their shift.  
•    Meet with the Chief Engineer about outstanding work to be completed.
•    Remain in the Engine Control Room for arrival and departures from Port and for any
manoeuvring of the ship.
•    Prepare list of items for refit maintenance.
•    Ensure that electrical supplies are requested in a timely manner providing Supply Chain with
complete specifications and following Marine Atlantic procurement policies.
•    Ensure electrical supplies are received and available as required.

What qualifications do I need to be considered for this opportunity?
Certification 
•    Interprovincial Red Seal Electrician Certification 
OR
•    A combination of equivalent education, job-related training, and work experience in a related
position.

Qualifications 
•    Proven leadership skills, including demonstrated success with leading, motivating, mentoring and
growing a team
•    Good communication skills
•    Previous work-related experience relative to various machinery configurations, control and alarm
systems
•    Ability to keep accurate up-to-date records
•    Ability to work in confined spaces
•    Ability to obtain a Transport Canada Marine Medical

Asset Qualifications
•    Previous relevant work experience in a marine environment
•    Experience and/or training in marine electrical/electronics
•    Familiarity with computerized preventative maintenance systems
•    Marine STCW 6.1 and 6.2 Courses, including valid MED refresher
•    Passenger Safety Management
•    Marine Advanced First Aid Certificate
•    Transport Canada Marine Medical
•    Familiar with the use of Electronic Maintenance Management Systems
Safety Sensitive Position
This position is designated as a safety sensitive position and is subject to the provisions of Marine
Atlantic’s Drug and Alcohol Policy which includes, but not limited to pre-employment testing. We
have a zero-tolerance policy for alcohol, cannabis, and illicit drugs. 

Why work for the Marine Atlantic team?
As part of the Marine Atlantic team, you will participate in a variety of ongoing training programs and
development opportunities to navigate your career and chart your course for success. We provide a
positive and inclusive work culture that is dedicated to creating an environment which promotes
employee growth, career development, and job satisfaction.  Some benefits of working with Marine
Atlantic include competitive salaries, defined benefit pension plan, comprehensive health benefit
packages, and professional development opportunities.  Come experience the pride of working with
an organization with newly constructed and revitalized infrastructure that has positioned itself for the
future.

Marine Atlantic’s Tour Pattern
There is a monthly tour pattern for regularly assigned positions of 15 days on and 15 days off,
normally commencing the 1st and 15th of each month.  As a new spare and relief employee, you
will be called for work in accordance with operational requirements; therefore, you may be required
to work in intervals throughout both tours (i.e. one month) in order to obtain 15 days of work.

Additional Information
Marine Atlantic is a Federal Crown Corporation that provides a vital ferry service link between
Newfoundland and Labrador and mainland Canada.
At Marine Atlantic, we are dedicated to building and fostering an inclusive and diverse environment,
where all employees and customers feel welcomed, valued, and respected.
Marine Atlantic invites applications from all qualified candidates and hires based on merit. We are
committed to the principles of equitable employment for all and strongly encourage applications
from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and 2SLGBTQIA+
community members. If you are a member of one or more of these groups, please state to which
group(s) you identify in your cover letter, resume or application.

To receive this job poster in an alternative format or to discuss alternate ways of completing the
online application, please contact the Marine Atlantic Human Resources Department, in confidence,
at careers-carrieres@ma.ca. 

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the
recruitment process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process,
contact the Marine Atlantic Human Resources Department, in confidence, at careerscarrieres@ma.ca.
Marine Atlantic respectfully acknowledges that we operate in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded
territory of the Mi’kmaq peoples, and on the island of Ktaqmkuk, the unceded traditional territory of
the Beothuk and Mi’kmaq peoples. We also acknowledge Labrador as the traditional ancestral
homelands of the Innu of Nitassinan, the Inuit of Nunatsiavut, and the Inuit of NunatuKavut.