60T Captain, Wildlife and Adventure Tours
Hiring
60T Captain
Company
Campbell River Whale Watching
Location
Campbell River, Vancouver Island BC
Also hiring
Vessel Operators & Guides
Campbell River Whale Watching and Adventure Tours
Campbell River Whale Watching and Adventure Tours has a long history of delivering exceptional Wildlife Viewing and adventure Tours. Since 2008, we have been a key player in Campbell River’s tourism industry, but our years of experience goes far beyond that... campbellriverwhalewatching.com / about-us /
60T Captain – Summary Of Position
As a member of the Guide Team with Campbell River Whale Watching and Adventure Tours you are responsible for the safety, enjoyment and positive experience of your guests. Guides are our boat captains, naturalists, and service professionals all wrapped into one! The ideal candidate will have a passion for educating and sharing knowledge with our guests about the marine environment, conservation and sustainability initiatives.
Job Type
Seasonal, Part-Time, April to late October
Compensation
Starting at $42.00 per hour, or higher depending on experience
Required Qualifications
- Master, Limited (60T) Certification
- Domestic Vessel Safety (DVS) or equivalent
- Marine Basic First Aid
- Radio Operators Certificate - Marine Commercial (ROC-MC)
- Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP) (not required but considered an asset)
- Willingness to obtain the MERS Naturalist certification (unless already obtained)
- Willingness to obtain CBVA Level 1 certification (unless already obtained)
Principle Responsibilities
Safely navigate the tour area in dynamic weather conditionsOperate a 30 passenger, 40’ Aluminum vessel, or other vessels as requiredWork professionally as a member of a crewFollow all procedures and policies outlined in the CRWW Employee Handbook, the CRWW Emergency Response Plan, the Campbell River Area Operator’s Code of Conduct and the NIMMSA Code of ConductFollow all Transport Canada policies, local laws and commercial whale watching regulations, including operating vessels in a responsible manner around wildlifeParticipate in regular safety drills and trainingCommunicate regularly and efficiently with management and / or the officeEnsure vessel is stocked with necessary safety equipment before leaving the dockPre-trip prep, including but not limited to engine checks, electronics checks, and stocking of necessary lunch suppliesCompletion of pre- and post-trip paperwork and log booksDeliver a pre-departure talk with guests related to safety and the trip outline and answer questionsPost-trip cleanup, including but not limited to vessel refueling and vessel cleaningEnsure the comfort and safety of guests at all timesMaintain an awareness of surroundings and use best judgment in decision makingProvide or assist in rescue operations and first aid attention if requiredAs a representative of Campbell River Whale Watching, maintain a friendly and professional attitude at all timesShare information and knowledge of the local area, wildlife and history including First Nations historyWork professionally with company partners and industry members in the fieldServe guests lunch and snacks as requiredTake photos of guests, marine wildlife and trip highlightsInspire guests and reiterate an ethic of conservation and sustainabilityDesired Skills And Knowledge
Experience operating similar vesselsAbility to work alone or as a member of a crewKnowledge of the Discovery Islands and surrounding areasKnowledge of local marine wildlife and other wildlifeKnowledge and understanding of tidal currents, marine weather and related topicsUnderstanding of guests needs and ability to accommodateAbility to communicate clearly and effectively with guestsFlexible schedule and willingness to work long daysli>
Strong organizational and time management skillsMechanical skillsAbility to problem solveAbility to remain calm in stressful situationsAbout Campbell River Whale Watching
We are Campbell River’s largest and busiest whale watching organization, offering a variety of tours aboard a variety of vesselsWe have won multiple awards related to Sustainability and Eco-TourismWe are a tight-knit team who love our jobs and the opportunities that they presentWe are always looking for the opportunity to promote from within and support employees within their respective careersWe are an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and we value diversity. We work hard to create a culture that does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status or disability statusPlease submit resume to :
careers@crww.ca
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