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Oiler, Engine Room Assistant, Marine Mechanic (Ontario and Québec)

Canadian Coast Guard

Various Locations, Various Locations

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Oiler, Engine Room Assistant, Marine Mechanic (Ontario and Québec)

Canadian Coast Guard

Various Locations, Various Locations
 
Salary: $33.18 per hour
 

 

Canadian Coast Guard

We are currently looking for qualified engine room assistants to join our team!
Selection process number: 19-DFO-CEN-EA-CCG-266714 (SC ERD 03)

What qualities and interests are important?

  • Aptitude for manual work
  • Interest in systems operations and technologies
  • Enjoy team work
  • Have an interest in working at sea
  • Resourcefulness
  • Able to work irregular schedules
  • Taste for adventure and travel

Schedule
Engine Room Assistants work a schedule of a period of 14 to 42 days at sea, followed by equivalent time off with pay.

Job Titles: Engine Room Assistant, Oiler, Marine Mechanic
Tenure: Term (Relief) Opportunities
Locations: Various locations in Ontario and Québec
Rates of Pay:  $33.18 hourly salary not including overtime
Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Qualifications candidates must possess (essential):

  • English Essential (Ontario), French Essential (Québec)
  • Experience in the maintenance and repair of machinery
  • Working Effectively with Others
  • Initiative

Conditions of Employment:

  • Reliability or Secret security clearance
  • Hold a valid passport
  • Valid Health Canada Medical (however, a valid Transport Canada Seafarer’s medical may be accepted on initial appointment for a period of up to a maximum of 6 months or until a Health Canada Medical is completed)
  • Others as applicable to the position

 

We are committed to hiring military and Veteran spouses and encourage you to identify your connection with the MSEN when reaching out to us or applying to any of our open roles.

 

Have questions or want to learn more about us? We would love to hear from you!

 

DFO.CCGRecruitment-RecrutementGCC.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca

About Canadian Coast Guard

The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) is a special operating agency within Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO). From coast to coast to coast, we ensure the safety, security, and accessibility of Canada’s vast and dynamic waterways.

We believe in service, teamwork, and supporting one another. We value diversity, inclusion, and flexibility, and we recognize the unique strengths military spouses bring—resilience, adaptability, and a strong sense of purpose.

Why choose a career with the Canadian Coast Guard?

  • Purpose-driven work: Save lives, protect ecosystems, and serve Canadians.
  • Diverse career paths: Opportunities at sea and ashore, in operational, technical, and administrative roles.
  • Professional development: Access to training, mentorship, and tailored career growth.
  • A proud legacy: Join a respected organization with a rich maritime history.
  • Wide range of benefits including paid vacation, sick leave, health, and dental benefits, plus a pension for stability*. *The following varies based on your employment type.

Key Highlights of the CCG

  • Delivers essential maritime services 24/7, year-round, including search and rescue, icebreaking, maritime security, environmental response, aids to navigation, and support for scientific research.
  • Active from coast to coast to coast

Your journey starts here Join the Canadian Coast Guard today and make a real difference across Canada’s coasts.

 

What our employees say

Our most valuable resource is our employees. Without them, we can’t deliver our essential services for Canadians.

Hear directly from some of our personnel on what they like about working for the Canadian Coast Guard.

 

Diversity, accessibility and inclusion

We offer an inclusive workplace where you’ll be valued and respected for the diversity you bring to our team. We’ll help you thrive as a person and a colleague. You will also get to know and work with amazing people because we aim to:

  • recruit a diverse, skilled workforce
  • represent the communities we serve

Learn more on our diversity, accessibility and inclusion initiatives.

 

Workplace Awards

With the Canadian Coast Guard, you’ll be part of a workplace recognized as one of the top employers in Canada. Most recently we’ve been named:

  • National Capital Region’s Top Employers 2025
  • Canada’s Top Employer for Young People 2025

Learn more about Canadian Coast Guard roles