Top Benefits
About the role
We have an opening for a temporary Chief Engineer position for on one of our ships, which sails from Halifax, NS to St. John’s, NL. Reporting to the marine superintendent, the Chief Engineer is responsible for the administration of the Engine Department, for the safe, efficient and economical operation of all machinery throughout the vessel, for the maintenance of equipment and the management of engine room personnel.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years experience as Chief Engineer;
- Canadian First-Class Engineer, Motor Ship Certification (STCW 95) mandatory.
Skills
- Excellent leadership, supervision and planning skills;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Excellent analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Capacity to work under pressure.
Working conditions We offer excellent and competitive work conditions.
We offer competitive wages. Continuous salary, 100% paid leave.
**Status:**Temporary
**Boarding Location:**Halifax, NS
Starting date: May 1 to May 29, 2026 (Training to be scheduled)
To express your interest in the position, please forward your resume and cover letter in confidence,no later than March 31to the following link: https://www.oceanex.com/hr
*Oceanex Inc. is committed to equity in employment and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all candidates for their interest but wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.*No telephone inquiries please
Not the right fit? Search for Engineer jobs in Halifax, NS
About Oceanex
Oceanex is a leading provider of intermodal transportation solutions to Newfoundland and Labrador from anywhere in North America. Through our fleet of ice-class vessels and trucking services to Newfoundland, we are able to provide transportation of:
- full loads
- less-than-truckload
- vehicles
- and much more
Operating through the Ports of Montreal, Halifax and St. John's, Oceanex is poised to handle all your transportation requirements.
Oceanex is your true one-stop solutions provider for all your transportation requirements to and from Newfoundland.
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Top Benefits
About the role
We have an opening for a temporary Chief Engineer position for on one of our ships, which sails from Halifax, NS to St. John’s, NL. Reporting to the marine superintendent, the Chief Engineer is responsible for the administration of the Engine Department, for the safe, efficient and economical operation of all machinery throughout the vessel, for the maintenance of equipment and the management of engine room personnel.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years experience as Chief Engineer;
- Canadian First-Class Engineer, Motor Ship Certification (STCW 95) mandatory.
Skills
- Excellent leadership, supervision and planning skills;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Excellent analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Capacity to work under pressure.
Working conditions We offer excellent and competitive work conditions.
We offer competitive wages. Continuous salary, 100% paid leave.
**Status:**Temporary
**Boarding Location:**Halifax, NS
Starting date: May 1 to May 29, 2026 (Training to be scheduled)
To express your interest in the position, please forward your resume and cover letter in confidence,no later than March 31to the following link: https://www.oceanex.com/hr
*Oceanex Inc. is committed to equity in employment and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all candidates for their interest but wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.*No telephone inquiries please
Not the right fit? Search for Engineer jobs in Halifax, NS
About Oceanex
Oceanex is a leading provider of intermodal transportation solutions to Newfoundland and Labrador from anywhere in North America. Through our fleet of ice-class vessels and trucking services to Newfoundland, we are able to provide transportation of:
- full loads
- less-than-truckload
- vehicles
- and much more
Operating through the Ports of Montreal, Halifax and St. John's, Oceanex is poised to handle all your transportation requirements.
Oceanex is your true one-stop solutions provider for all your transportation requirements to and from Newfoundland.