DOF is entering an exciting new phase of growth in Canada, with two additional vessels joining our Canadian fleet in 2027. The first vessel is scheduled to join the fleet in early January 2027, followed by the second new build vessel later in 2027. Both vessels are secured on long-term contracts, supporting the continued growth of our Canadian operations and creating new opportunities for talented people to join our team.
At DOF, you join a global team that values safety, respect, and collaboration - where people support one another and take pride in safely delivering complex solutions. You gain experience across diverse marine, subsea, and offshore operations, working with the world’s largest fleets of Subsea and high-end AHTS vessels, with opportunities to grow your skills across disciplines and regions worldwide. We support your career development, recognise autonomy and collaborative contribution, and offer a workplace where people care about their impact and work together as one team
Tasks can include, but are not limited to:
- Carry out watch-keeping duties as defined by the Chief Engineers standing orders;
- Assist with planned and unplanned maintenance of the mechanical installations onboard the ship;
- Assisting with bunkering the vessel when on duty;
- Engine room Watchkeeper;
- Ensure Engine Logbook and Oil Record Books are updated and kept in presentable manner
Requirements
Education and Certificate Requirements:
- Post-Secondary Education in Marine Engineering (or equivalent)
- Transport Canada Fourth Class/Third Class Engineer Motor-ship certificate
- STCW MED, BS, SC, AFF
- Marine Advanced First Aid
- Valid Seafarers Medical
- Valid Canadian Passport
- Certificate of Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats would be considered an asset
Experience / Knowledge:
- Experience on Offshore Support Vessels, including diesel electric and hybrid propulsion systems is required.
- Experience aboard large AHTS will be considered an asset
- A high-level knowledge of ISM, Transport Canada, MARPOL and all applicable legislative requirements for operating vessels in Canada
- Working knowledge with diesel electric engine
- Demonstrable experience in management role or lead position within offshore industry
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
- Excellent communicator, both verbal and written
- Capable of discussing issues and topics of importance at every level
- Good organizational skills and ability to multitask
Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. DOF maintains the right to request a criminal background check as a part of the recruitment process.
Benefits
DOF Canada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting a diverse workforce and an inclusive respectful workplace.
We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Priority will be given to Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, and other Canadian permanent residents.
We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Skills Required
- Post-secondary education in Marine Engineering or equivalent
- Transport Canada Fourth Class or Third Class Engineer Motor-ship certificate
- STCW MED, BS, SC, and AFF certifications
- Marine Advanced First Aid certification
- Valid seafarers medical certificate
- Valid Canadian passport
- Experience on offshore support vessels
- Experience with diesel-electric and hybrid propulsion systems
- Knowledge of ISM, Transport Canada, MARPOL, and applicable Canadian vessel-operation legislation
- Working knowledge of diesel-electric engines
- Demonstrable management or lead-position experience within the offshore industry
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to multitask and discuss important issues at all organizational levels
- Experience aboard large AHTS vessels
- Certificate of Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
What We Do
DOF Group ASA is a global offshore services company providing integrated subsea projects and marine services to the offshore energy market, operating a fleet of modern vessels.








