DECKHAND

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Captain, the Deckhand is required to perform duties of a varied nature on a vessel which include :

• Handles mooring lines and assists in the mooring of vessels.
• Performs general maintenance and related work as assigned on vessels, ramps and docks.
• Assists passengers getting on and off the vessel.
• Provides information to the public and responds to public enquiries.
• May be required to load and unload freight.
• May be required to collect tickets from passengers boarding the vessel and counts passengers, when required

Key Qualifications :

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to :

1. Experience and versatility on marine vessels.

2. Must be in possession of a valid First Aid / CPR Certificate and be willing to obtain and maintain an Advanced Marine Aide Certificate.

3. Must be in possession of a valid MED Certificate (Marine Emergency Duty Certificate).

You must also have :

• Ability to handle freight and assist passengers boarding and leaving vessel.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
• Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Marine Occupational Safety & Health (MOSH) regulations that apply to this work.
• Must be physically capable of performing lifesaving and emergency duties.
• A Certificate of Fitness as prescribed by Transport Canada may be required.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be available to work shift / weekend / overtime.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted