Marine Engineer Watch Keeping

Marine Engineer Watch Keeping

Royal Canadian Mounted Police

• Core Policing - ECIMPS - West Coast Marine Services

Closing date

November 16, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

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Reference number

RCM26J-022444-000537

Selection process number

26-RCM-EA-P-E-NANA-ECIMPS-147871

Location

Nanaimo (British Columbia)

Salary

$47.25 to $52.71 per hour

Level

SO-MAO-05 - CM equivalent: SP-MA-05

Who can apply

Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

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Work environment

West Coast Marine Services (WCMS) is a full-time frontline marine policing unit based in Nanaimo, British Columbia. The unit performs a wide range of policing and operational duties, including providing law enforcement support to coastal communities throughout British Columbia, enforcing federal and provincial legislation, assisting specialized RCMP units such as the Under Water Recovery Team and the Emergency Response Team.

West Coast Marine Services (WCMS) personnel, consisting of regular RCMP members and Marine Engineers, are assigned to one of three patrol vessels ranging from 19 to 22 meters in length. Employees work on a seven-days-on, seven-days-off rotation completing 80 hours over a two-week period.

Employees are responsible for reporting to the Nanaimo base of operations at the start of each scheduled shift, from that point, the RCMP is responsible for providing transportation to the assigned patrol vessel, regardless of its location along the coast of British Columbia. There will be occasions when a Marine Engineer is required to report and perform duties at the Nanaimo base rather than aboard a patrol vessel.

The Marine Engineer position at West Coast Marine Services (WCMS) provides a unique opportunity to work in one of British Columbia’s most remote, dynamic, and scenic marine environments. Operating along the coast, engineers are exposed to a diverse range of waterways, weather conditions, and operational challenges that require professional, adaptability, and sound technical expertise.

This position provides regular opportunities to visit remote and culturally diverse coastal communities, many of which are accessible only by water. These communities offer a distinctive perspective on the region and contribute to the variety and significance of the work.

Unlike many marine engineering positions that involve repetitive routes or routine operations, this role is characterized by continual change and operational diversity, Marine Engineers are required to respond to evolving conditions, support a broad range of marine operations, and apply their technical skills in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Every patrol provides a new experience, and there are never “two days the same”.

West Coast Marine Services (WCMS) provides a good work life balance for their Marine Engineers. Although crews are away from their residences while on duty, they are compensated with a robust Annual Leave compensation package. In addition, while on duty away from the Nanaimo base the crews are compensated for meals and incidentals as per Federal Government Treasury Boards guidelines.

The RCMP provides a generous compensation package for their Marine Engineers which includes competitive salaries, medical service and pension entitlements. Marine Engineers at West Coast Marine Services (WCMS) are members of “The Canadian Merchant Service Guild”.

The policing environment often presents tough realities, and personnel need to be prepared for situations that may be challenging or uncomfortable. Marine Engineers at West Coast Marine Services (WCMS) can be exposed to variety of difficult scenarios relating to emergent situations, the management of disorderly behavior from the general public and body-recovery operations.

Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff one permanent vacancy. A qualified group of candidates may be identified and may be used to staff future permanent and temporary vacancies in similar-level positions.

Should a Civilian Member (CM) be found qualified and selected for appointment, the appointment will not result in a change of status to the Public Service (PS) category for the CM.

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PLEASE NOTE, WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT ON-LINE APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THE Canada.ca SITE. If you are unable to apply online, you are asked to contact the individual noted at the bottom of this advertisement.

If you do not fully complete the screening questions as instructed, you may be screened out. It is not acceptable to put “see resume” in the space provided to answer the questions. You MUST clearly demonstrate in writing how you meet the Essential Education, and Experience requirements. Provide examples and describe the work/duties you have performed. Failure to do so may result in your application not being considered further during the screening process.

Applicants are encouraged to apply ONLY if they are willing and able to work in Nanaimo, BC. All positions are located at 4412 Boban Drive, Nanaimo B.C.

Original proof of your education will be requested and must be provided during the selection process, in order to verify that candidates meet the education requirement. Candidates who are unable to provide proof that they meet this essential qualification as requested may be eliminated from the process. Also note, if the name on your education credentials does not match the name on your current photo identification, you will need to provide proof of your name change.

Education obtained outside of Canada must be evaluated. Please contact The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials as soon as possible to initiate the evaluation process http://www.cicic.ca/

Random selection may be used to identify which applicants will be assessed or appointed in this appointment process. Top-down selection may apply. Incorrect or fraudulent information provided by a candidate during the application or assessment process will result in elimination from the process.

In accordance with the Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS) Directive on Security Screening, effective January 6, 2025, Canadian citizenship is a requirement for a Top Secret clearance. Please note that while a Top Secret clearance is not required at the time of application, all conditions of employment, including security clearance, must be met prior to appointment and maintained for the duration of employment in the position. Please refer to the TBS Directive on Security Screening for more information: https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32805#annA1

Once established, the qualified pool will be valid for a period of 12 months and may be extended.

All communication relating to this process, including e-mail correspondence, application, cover letter, and resume will be used to assess the following merit criteria: Ability to communicate effectively in writing. Candidates must complete all application materials, including screening question responses, resume, and cover letter, independently and without external assistance. This includes assistance from another person or the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools such as Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar technologies.

Candidates may be required to validate, explain, or elaborate on information provided in their application during subsequent stages of the assessment process. Any concerns regarding the authenticity of application materials may be investigated and could result in the application being removed from further consideration.

Candidates must meet the conditions of employment and continue to meet these