Chief Officer (Navigation) – LNG tankers
Company Overview
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Desgagnés is a Québec-based group recognised for the quality of its maritime and land-based operations. Its head office is located in Québec City, with subsidiaries operating in major Canadian ports, as well as throughout the North Shore and Lower North Shore regions and the eastern Canadian Arctic.
From tankers, cargo vessels, passenger and freight carriers, roll-on/roll-off vessels and tugboats to chartering, ship repairs, salvage operations, heavy machinery and road transport, Desgagnés has established itself as a leading player in the Canadian merchant shipping industry.
Company Culture
Above all, Desgagnés is a dedicated team committed to values of ethics, integrity and equality. Far more than simply a job, Desgagnés offers its employees an exciting career and meaningful experiences. Do you share our values and are you always striving for excellence? Don’t wait — join our team!
Desgagnés believes that diversity strengthens the workplace. As an employer, we are also committed to the principle of employment equity. All candidates, regardless of gender, race, religion or other characteristics, are encouraged to apply for our various job opportunities.
Job Description
DESGAGNÉS MARINE PETRO INC. is recruiting a Chief Officer to join its tanker/LNG fleet, operating on the Great Lakes, in Eastern Canada and in the Canadian Arctic.
The Chief Officer reports directly to the Master. Among other responsibilities, they are responsible for the vessel’s cargo operations, including loading and unloading, as well as ballasting and deballasting operations to maintain the vessel’s stability.
Unionised position: Yes
Working schedule: Variable (40 hours per week). This is a seagoing position, so working hours will vary according to the vessel’s operational requirements.
The tanker fleet operates year-round on a 5 weeks on board / 5 weeks ashore rotation. Marine officers are therefore expected to work approximately 180 days per year.
Key Responsibilities
- Navigation
- Managing the deck crew
- Supporting the Master
- Assigning and coordinating work
Languages
French: Intermediate
English: Intermediate
Education
Higher education in maritime navigation, together with the required STCW certificates and endorsements and a First Officer / Chief Mate Certificate of Competency.
Québec education system: Technical college diploma in Navigation.
Experience
Intermediate (2–9 years)
More than 2 years of experience as a Navigation Officer and a minimum of 1 year of sea time as a Chief Officer / First Officer on board tanker vessels.
Hours per week: 40
Number of positions available: 3
Hourly rate: CAD $52
Contract type: Permanent position
Additional Information
To view the full job posting and apply for the position advertised by this company, please visit:
https://moncompte.quebecentete.com/fr/offres-emploi?page=1&interviewLocation=Paris
These opportunities are being offered as part of the #QuébecRecrute initiative, which brings together around 30 companies and educational institutions from Québec. More than 200 diverse employment and study opportunities are available exclusively to residents and nationals of France, the Schengen Area and the DROM-COM territories.
The deadline to submit your application free of charge is 19 October 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview in Paris on 13 and 14 November 2026.
To find out more about this initiative, please visit:
This recruitment initiative is organised by Drummond économique, Montréal International and Québec International.
Contact
You can send us your CV and cover letter to Guillemette, Valérie :
vguillemette@quebecinternational.ca