HMCS VILLE DE QUÉBEC
Ship Departments
MARINE SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
Marine Systems Engineering Department
Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (Officer)
Hull Technicians (H TECHs)
Marine Electricians (MAR EL)
Marine Engineering Mechanics
Fire Fighter (FIRE FTR)
Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (EME)
Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (EME) Officers are commissioned members of the Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Branch of the Canadian Forces, responsible for the maintenance and engineering support of all Army equipment, and of the land-based equipment of the Navy and Air Force. They lead the soldier technicians who keep CF equipment in top condition, and work in every equipment life-cycle phase, from design, evaluation and acquisition through in-service support to eventual disposal.
EME Officers can practice virtually any engineering discipline, as military equipment incorporates the full range of current technology, including thermal, electro-optic and radar sensing and guidance devices; fourth-generation computer hardware, firmware and software; and the most modern electronic, mechanical and hydraulic systems. As an EME Officer, your duties will involve command authority, technical staff responsibility, and specialized engineering knowledge. To ensure the combat effectiveness of the personnel under your command, you must be a good leader proficient in tactics, training and administration. Most of the personnel under your command will be the highly skilled technicians of the Vehicle, Weapon, Fire-Control Systems and Material occupations.
Hull Technicians (H TECHs)
Hull Technicians (H TECHs) maintain the ship's structure, stability, plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, damage control and fire fighting equipment. They are the ship's carpenter, welder, metal worker and damage control expert.
Maintain air-conditioning and ventilation systems
Test, maintain and repair ship structure and hull fittings
Maintain, repair and install ship boats and liferafts
Perform arc and oxyacetylene welding
Perform carpentry and painting to maintain and repair ship fittings
Operate and maintain firefighting and damage repair equipment
Read and interpret sketches, engineering and mechanical drawings
Maintain and repair ship piping systems, pumping and flooding systems, steam heating and de-icing equipment, and the ship's pollution and sanitation systems
Calculate ship stability and identify potential problems
Marine Electricians (MAR EL)
Marine Electricians (MAR EL), as members of a ship's Engineering department, are responsible for the operation and distribution of electrical power throughout the ship. MAR ELs assist in maintaining the electrical and electronic equipment needed to keep the ship moving, as well as navigational and domestic lighting and services on board.
Operate all main and auxiliary electrical power-generating and distribution equipment
Operate battery chargers, electrical switchboards and meters
Control frequency voltage and loading of generators
Assist in testing, tuning, repairing, installing and inspecting electrical/electronic equipment systems
Inspect, maintain and install cabling and wiring
Compile logs, maintenance reports, returns and schedules
Marine Engineering Mechanics
Marine Engineering Mechanics operate and monitor the correct operation of a ship's mechanical equipment. The mechanical systems for which they are responsible are diverse and complex; the technical aspect of this job is challenging. Under supervision, they will inspect, test, maintain, repair, modify and install equipment associated with the trade. They should be manually dexterous and enjoy working with machines and numbers. The ability to perform as a member of a tactical team, to understand directions, to react quickly, and to cope with unfamiliar situations is essential. Initiative and dependability are necessary attributes, as is the willingness to work for extended periods to complete a given job.
Monitor correct operation and assist with maintenance of:
Main and auxiliary high-pressure boilers
Diesel and gas turbine propulsion engines
Hydraulic, mechanical and electrical control systems used in monitors, alarms, helicopter haul-down and replenishment-at-sea equipment
Refrigeration and air conditioning equipment
Ship's steering equipment
The systems that produce the ship's domestic and boiler feed water
Filling and transfer systems for water, fuels and lubricants
Complete departmental records and maintenance reports
Complete administration required for obtaining, storing and disposing of supplies and hazardous materials used by the trade
FIRE FIGHTERS
The primary purpose of a military Fire Fighter (FIRE FTR) is to prevent the loss of life or property due to fire. Personnel in this occupation serve in all three elements, performing a variety of tasks including aircraft rescue, structural, wildland and shipboard fire fighting, automobile extrication, hazardous material, and confined space/high-angle rescue. Fire investigation, fire prevention and life safety inspection are also areas of expertise.
As a member of a fire attack team, perform rescue, extinguishment, ventilation, overhaul and forcible entry operations
Drive and operate all types of structural, aircraft rescue and wildland fire fighting vehicles used on all Canadian Forces Bases/Wings
Inspect and test all fixed fire suppression and detection systems within DND establishments
Maintain Fire Department ancillary equipment such as ladders, hose, rope, breathing apparatus, extinguishers, personal protective equipment and all associated rescue equipment and vehicles
Perform inspector duties, conduct inspections and project reviews, and provide recommendations and corrective measures
Provide peer and public instruction and education
Respond to hazardous material, automobile extrication, confined space and high-angle rescue situations
Investigate fires
Provide helicopter rescue and damage control services as a member of a fire fighting team while onboard HMC ships
Provide maintenance to all fire fighting equipment while onboard HMC ships
Respond as part of an Airfield Engineering Squadron (AES)
Respond to aircraft cable engagements on Wings and be capable of providing Mobile Arrestor Gear (MAG) skills on deployment
As Senior Fire Fighter, provide command and control at the site of a fire and function as Fire Chief on military bases, ships and army encampments
Perform Emergency Medical Response (EMR)
- Date modified:
- 2/28/2005
