We are seeking a qualified Chief Electrician to join our vessel operations team. This role is responsible for maintaining and repairing all onboard electrical systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient vessel operations. The successful candidate will work closely with the Chief Engineer and play a key role in supporting critical shipboard systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Remain on call while the vessel is in service to respond to electrical issues as required
• Report to the Chief Engineer at the start of each shift to identify priorities and urgent maintenance needs
• Inspect, maintain, and repair all electrical equipment onboard
• Collaborate with Engineers or Oilers when electrical repairs involve mechanical components
• Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a just-cause safety culture.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on upper deck systems, including:
  • Radar systems
  • Communication equipment (telephones)
  • Navigational devices
• Maintain full working knowledge of:
  • Fire-fighting systems
  • Alarm systems
  • Safety equipment
  • Safety Management System (SMS)

Qualifications & Requirements

• Journeyman Electrician Certificate (required)
• Valid Seafarer’s Medical Certificate
• STCW Certifications:
  • Basic Safety
  • Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (other than Fast Rescue Boats)
  • Advanced Fire Fighting
• Continuous Discharge Book (Seafarer’s Discharge Book)
• Specialized Passenger Safety Management certification or endorsement

Working Conditions

• Marine environment onboard an operating vessel
• Must be available on call during vessel operations
• Work may involve exposure to varying weather and sea conditions
• Combination of routine maintenance and emergency response work

Additional Information

This position description outlines the primary responsibilities of the role. The Chief Electrician may be assigned additional duties as required to support safe and efficient vessel operations.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a safety-focused, team-oriented marine environment
• Play a critical role in vessel operations and reliability
• Opportunity to work with a skilled and experienced crew

DEADLINE: Sunday, May 17th 2026

Bay Ferries Limited operates the Fundy Rose between Digby, Nova Scotia and Saint John, New Brunswick. This is a year-around ferry service that employs approximately 150 people. The typical schedule is one week on, one week off.

What to expect:

• Training incentives.
• Work-life balance.
• Competitive wages (as per collective agreement).
• Company Pension (as per collective agreement).
• Group Benefits Plan (as per collective agreement).

Desired qualifications:

• Bridge Watch Rating Certificate.
• Experience in the passenger ship industry.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proven track record of safe operations.
• Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a just-cause safety culture.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Valid CDN # and marine medical.
• MED - STCW's (Mandatory).

Bay Ferries Limited is committed to employment equity and actively recruits candidates from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act (women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities)

NOTICE: In order to work on Canadian ships, seafarers must be legally allowed to work in Canada (through citizenship, permanent residency).

*** Please send copies of your certifications and marine medical with your resume. ***