Hornblower Group is a global leader in experiences and transportation. Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group’s portfolio of international offerings includes water-based experiences (dining and sightseeing cruises), land-based experiences (walking and food tours) and ferry and transportation services. City Experiences, Hornblower Group’s premier experience division, offers land- and water-based experiences as well as ferry and transportation services. Hornblower Group’s subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine, which provides vessel outhaul and maintenance services at Bridgeport Boatworks in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Seaward Services, Inc., a marine services company specializing in the operation, maintenance and repair of government and privately owned vessels. Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC, a Hornblower Group subsidiary and independent entity, provides reservation, ticketing and website integration services for clients in the transportation, tourism and entertainment industries. Today, Hornblower Group’s global portfolio covers over 10 countries, over 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hornblower Group’s additional corporate offices reside in San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; London, United Kingdom; New York, New York; Dublin, Ireland; and across Ontario, Canada. For more information, visit hornblowercorp.com.
The Marine Engineer executes repairs and regular maintenance of our fleet of Transport Canada inspected passenger vessels and associated equipment. As part of the engineering team, the Marine Engineer is responsible for troubleshooting problems as well as designing and implementing solutions. The Engineer completes daily job assignments and duties and reports on the status of work assignments.
*Please note this is a Full Time Permanent Hourly position.*
Crew Benefits:
- Competitive Wage
- Retention Bonus - up to $500.00!
- Complimentary Cruise Tickets & Uniforms
- Crew Recognition Awards
- Complimentary Meals
- Crew Referral Program - up to $200.00 per referral
- Crew Events
- Paid Training
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Ensures the safe and reliable operation of all vessels, systems, machinery, and equipment under his/her care with due regard for the Safety Management System (SMS), and proper standards of watchkeeping, and in accordance with practice of good seamanship
• Routinely inspects all areas of the vessels, stages, dock, and marine railway for unsafe conditions, and assists in accident investigations and reports
• Participates in emergency drills in accordance with Transport Canada regulations, the Safety Management System. Participates in safety meetings in conformance with City Cruises Toronto policy, to ensure a routinely efficient and safe operation at all times and the proper use of equipment during any possible emergency
• Maintains engineering operations and maintenance logs, paying particular attention to proper recording of incidents and irregularities
• Ensures a clean workplace throughout the day, at the beginning and end of shifts
• Reports non-conformities to the Designated Person (Manager of Fleet Operations)
• Ensures the safe and efficient operation of the business at all times using all available means
• Supports Food & Beverage and all other departments with projects, maintenance, and operations as required
• Immediately notifies the Master of the vessel if any critical system as laid out in the Safety Management System is not functioning
• Ensures that all Safety Equipment is present, and equipment is inspected to the relevant standards
• Knows and understands both the Operational and Emergency procedures laid out in the Safety Management System
• Adheres to all health and safety regulations
• Works with a safety mindset by following all safety policies, procedures and safety measures (i.e. PPE). Identifies and brings forward risks, hazards and opportunities on the job. Actively participates in health and safety in the workplace
• Maintains a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (refer to appearance standards in employee handbook)
• Reports to work on time and for all scheduled shifts.
• Understands all City Cruises Toronto policies and procedures relating to the employee’s role within the company.
• Maintains any applicable licenses and certifications
• Completes any other duties as assigned
• Valid Fourth Class (or higher) Motor Certificate of Competency
• Current Marine Basic First Aid
• Current (within previous two (2) years) Transport Canada approved medical
• Minimum four (4) years of relevant maintenance and repair experience
• Minimum four (4) years of experience in the marine environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of diesel engines, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• WHMIS for workers in Ontario an asset
• Fall Arrest Training an asset
• Confined Space Training an asset
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check
• Candidates, who, in addition to the above, possess specialized skills such as fitting, welding, equipment operating, will be given strong consideration
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, wipe, push, pull, move or lift up to 55 pounds (25+) kilograms)
• Walk, stand, sit and work in all types of weather conditions for extended periods
• Continually and repeatedly perform functions indoors and outdoors
• If required, wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (i.e. non-slip shoes, gloves, weather appropriate dress attire, sun protection)
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Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of harassment and/or discrimination of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and/or harassment based upon race, citizenship, place of origin, colour, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex/pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic characteristics, receipt of public assistance and record of offences. City Experiences employment and workplace decisions will be based on company needs, job requirements and individual job qualifications and skills. City Experiences will comply with provincial and federal legislation relating to equal employment opportunities and employment equity.
