Marine Engineer

Location: Niagara Falls

Job Description
Posted Monday, July 6, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Position Summary
The Marine Engineer executes repairs and regular maintenance on our fleet of Transport Canada inspected passenger vessels, floating docks, marine railway, and associated equipment. As part of the engineering team, the Engineer is responsible for troubleshooting problems as well as designing and implementing solutions. The Marine Engineer completes daily job assignments and duties and reports on the status of work assignments.

A flexible schedule is a must as schedules include evenings, weekends and holidays.

Duties and Responsibilities

As the Engineer on duty, ensures the safe and reliable operation of all vessels, systems, machinery, and equipment under their care with due regard for the Niagara City Cruises (NCC) Safety Management System (SMS) and ISO Respect Management System (RMS), the Vessel Security Plan (VSP), proper standards of watchkeeping, and in accordance with practice of good seamanship

Ensures the Marine Technicians and Engineering Assistants are working safely and efficiently and provides regular feedback regarding their performance to the Manager, Marine Engineering

Routinely inspects all areas of the vessels, docks and marine railway for unsafe conditions

Assists in accident investigations and reports

Participates in emergency drills in accordance with Transport Canada regulations, the Safety Management System, and Vessel Security Plan. Participates in safety meetings in conformance with NCC policy, to ensure an 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, Marine Operations)

Ensures the safe and efficient operation of the business at all times using all available means

Supports Facilities, Guest Services, and all other departments as required

As the Engineer on duty, in the absence of the Manager, Marine Engineering, coordinates engineering activities with the on-duty Marine Manager

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 Niagara City Cruises’ policies and procedures relating to the employee’s role within the company.

Maintains any applicable licenses and certifications

Completes any other duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum Transport Canada Fourth Class Motor Certificate of Competency

Current Marine Basic First Aid

Current Transport Canada approved marine medical for domestic operations

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

Ontario driver’s license and satisfactory driving record an asset

Fall Arrest Training an asset

Confined Space Training an asset

Familiarity with maintenance software 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…