Salary
$46 / hour
Location
British Columbia, BC
Posted
Jun 26, 2026
Encouraged to apply
Youth
Role overview
Electro Technical Officer (ETO) - Offshore on LNG Tanker
Number of Vacancies: 4
Rate of Pay: $46.00/Hour
Business Address:
Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (Deutschland) GmbH & Co. KG
Vorsetzen 54|20459 | Hamburg | Germany
Electro Technical Officer (ETO) - job description
Rank / Position
Electro Technical Officer (ETO)
Department
Engine
Reports to
Chief Engineer
Duties, Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Main requirements:
- Electro Technical Officer (Reg. III/6)
- Advanced Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operation A-V/1-2-2
- Minimum of 1 years total sea time in rank.
- Minimum of 1 years total sea time on board of this tanker type.
- Strong LNG cargo expertise.
- Strong knowledge of Diesel-Electric propulsion systems, DC drives/converters and associated systems.
- Strong knowledge of Power Management and Integrated Alarm systems.
- Strong computer knowledge.
- Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend the English Language.
Main Responsibilities:
l Compliance with safe working practices
l Monitor the operation of electrical, electronic and automatic control systems
l Operate power systems in excess of 1000 volts
l Operate computers and computer networks fitted on board
l Carries out maintenance and repair, with approval from the Chief Engineer and following formal risk assessment procedures, of:
- Electrical plants and electrical equipment including power systems over 1000 volts
- Automation and control systems of main propulsion and auxiliary equipment
- Bridge navigation and communication equipment
- Electrical, electronic and control systems of deck machinery and cargo handling equipment including electro-hydraulic cranes and limit switches
- Safety systems, alarms and hotel / accommodation equipment
- Telephone and internal communication systems
- Electric davits and winches
- Reefer container operating and control systems
l Implementing and controlling electrical maintenance schedules within the PMS
l Issue and enforcement of appropriate Permits to Work
l Follows correct Lock-Out Tag-Out / Isolation procedures when working on electrical equipment
l Ensuring no work is done on live electrical equipment
l Ensuring availability and use of correct PPE for protection against electrical hazards
l Allowing for correct safety proximity rules when working on electrical equipment
l Diagnosing and rectifying electrical / electronic faults
l Reporting any defects to the Chief Engineer
l Familiarisation with work of the engineers in order to assist if required
l Speaking up if/when unsafe practices or conditions are identified
Assist:
l With planning of electrical and electronic maintenance
l With the Planned Maintenance System and its documentation related to electrical equipment
Chief Engineer with maintenance and repair of air conditioning and refrigerating plants
l With environmental compliance
l With ship security
Ensure:
l That the ship is ready in all respects regarding electrical installations
l Thorough knowledge of electronically controlled main engines where fitted
Acts as:
l Engine Room Watchkeeper as required
l Behaviour Based Safety Observer
Other duties and responsibilities:
l Comply with BSM's SMS, EMS and international standards and regulations
l Form part of the emergency response team (specific duties as per ships emergency organisation)
l Presence in the Engine Room during manoeuvring or as requested by the Chief Engineer or Second Engineer
l Report any non-conformities or defects
l Keep high standards of discipline and behaviour
l Performs additional tasks as assigned by the Chief Engineer and Second Engineer
l Follow the requirements of the Competency Management System (CMS)
Interested candidates legally qualified to work in Canada can make application to BSM@seabasenl.com