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Job Description 

 

OVERVIEW

You will operate and monitor the correct operation of complex shipboard mechanical equipment; the technical aspect of this job is challenging. Under supervision, you will inspect, test, maintain, repair, modify and install equipment associated with the trade.

 

MAIN BENEFITS 

  • Subsidized training provided
  • Opportunities for advancement

 

ENROLMENT PROGRAM

If you are interested in this occupation, the Canadian Forces can subsidize your training at a civilian community college or at the Canadian Forces Naval Engineering School Detachment in Newfoundland and Labrador.

 

WHAT THEY DO

Marine Engineering Mechanics operate and monitor the correct operation of shipboard mechanical equipment. The mechanical systems for which they are responsible are diverse and complex; the technical aspect of this job is challenging. Under supervision, they will inspect, test, maintain, repair, modify and install equipment associated with the trade.

 

 


Job Requirements 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Marine Engineering Mechanics should have a high level of academic education with strengths in physics and mathematics. You must meet Canadian Forces medical standards, and successfully complete a selection process that includes interviews and a wide range of exams.

 

TRAINING     

The first stage of training for all new recruits is the 13-week Basic Military Qualification (BMQ) course at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec.

 

Upon completion of the BMQ, Marine Engineering Mechanics attend Naval Environmental Training (NETP) at the Canadian Forces Fleet School (CFFS) in Esquimalt, B.C. or Halifax, N.S. Training takes approximately five weeks to complete. The second portion of the MOC training takes place at the Canadian Forces Fleet School (CFFS) in Esquimalt, BC. Training takes approximately 13 weeks and includes common engineering practices and publications, liquid contamination detection, safe working attitudes and practices, machinery lubrication, the use of hand tools, the maintenance of valves and gaskets and systems familiarization.

 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Marine Engineering Mechanics spend much of their careers on board surface ships stationed in Halifax, NS or Esquimalt, BC. At sea, they are employed in operational, watch-keeping and maintenance tasks in machinery compartments on continuously rotating shifts. In harbour, where the majority of maintenance is done, they usually work a regular day shift. The work is performed in confined spaces, above and below the waterline. They must occasionally work for extended periods while exposed to uncomfortably warm compartment temperatures and high-noise levels, requiring the use of ear protectors. They may also be required to work on decks in all weather conditions. As with all sea-going personnel, Marine Engineering Mechanics are sailors first and mechanics second.

 

OPPORTUNITIES FOR ADVANCEMENT

Opportunities for advanced and specialty training are available as your career progresses. For those who demonstrate the required ability and potential, there are countless opportunities for advancement, promotion and advanced training.

 

 


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