Working in the Marine industry, safety is the top priority, and the perks are endless! If you’re a Master looking to leverage your experience in a rewarding environment, joining Ledcor could be for you!
Joining our team means:
Stability in knowing you have long term employment and growth opportunities
A competitive wage so you can live comfortably
Health & Dental Benefits and RRSP matching, so you can plan for your future
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Interested? Apply today to join our Marine team in Richmond, BC!
Essential Responsibilities
Ensures the vessel crew meets Ledcor Health, Safety and Environmental Standards and follows safe operating procedures
Operational control and knowledge of tugboat in all aspects of towing barges and ship assists
Interacts closely with crew and management and manages the day-to-day operation of vessel and crew
Communicates with shore-based team to promote efficiency and safety in the entire operation
May perform other duties including operating heavy machinery as required
Qualifications
3 to 5 years’ sea service towing barges and/or towing logs on the Fraser River and the BC Coast
Must have a minimum 60 GT Domestic Certificate of Competency and preferably a 150 GT Domestic Certificate of Competency
The Company may require Certificates of Competency to be upgraded from 60 GT to 150 GT to meet operational needs
The Company will support the cost of training for those who are required to upgrade their 60 GT Certificate of Competency to a 150 GT Certificate
Valid Transport Canada Marine Medical Certificate, Marine Basic First Aid or Marine Advanced First Aid Marine Emergency Duties for Officers (MED C) or Marine Emergency Duties for Senior Officers (MED D)
Valid Canadian passport
Knowledge of tides, waters, coastlines, marine hazards and the weather, and knowledge of how these factors impact on each voyage
Knowledge of relevant Port Authority operations, procedures and regulations and demonstrated competence in Collision Regulations (Canada Shipping Act 2001) and familiarity with international shipping regulations
Must have experience navigating and operating twin screw vessels on the Fraser River, particularly North Arm and South (Main) Arm
Familiarity with Fraser River bridges and bridge transit restrictions from Marpole to Mission Knowledge, familiarity and demonstrated skill in maintaining vessel machinery and navigation electronics
Must have Coastal experience at a minimum from Victoria to Campbell River
Must be familiar with towing tandem barges in tight quarters under couplers and tandem towing on deep sea gear
Strong communication, supervisory, interpersonal and leadership skills
Excellent tug/barge safety record and demonstrated boat handling skills
Ability to meet Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol testing requirements
Work Conditions
Scheduled shift rotation
Working outdoors in various weather conditions
Handling heavy lines and wire bridles and operating heavy machinery (deck and anchor winches) from time to time
