We are currently accepting resumes for Master, Chief Officer, and 2nd Mate vacancies. These are year-round, full-time, positions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL and QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
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Certificate of Competency that complies with Flag State requirements for trading area and STCW endorsement.
- Master position requires a Master (near coastal or unlimited) certificate
- Chief Officer position requires a Chief Officer Unlimited certificate
- 2nd Mate position requires a Watchkeeping Mate certificate
- Transport Canada Medical Certificate
- Specialized Passenger Safety Management (Certificate or Endorsement)
- Canadian Passport or Canadian Permanent Resident Status
- Strong communications skills
- Knowledge of vessel and terminal operating processes, procedures, and technology
- Strong knowledge of statutory and regulatory rules and requirements
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
ABOUT US
Bay Ferries Limited and its sister companies, Northumberland Ferries Limited and Bay Ferries Management Limited, operate and maintain ferries, ensuring they meet the highest standards of safety and environmental protection. Our group of companies is recognized throughout North America, and internationally, as an efficient, competent, and innovative ferry service provider. This work is accomplished by a small, capable, multi-functional management team, assisted by more than 300 direct employees, and the strategic use of specialized sub-contractors.
Bay Ferries Limited operates the M/V Fundy Rose between Digby, Nova Scotia and Saint John, New Brunswick. This is a year-around ferry service that employs approximately 150 people. The typical work schedule is one week on, one week off.While you will be an employee of Bay Ferries Limited, your duties may also entail working for its sister companies, Northumberland Ferries Limited and Bay Ferries Management Limited.
POSITION PURPOSE
Deck Officers are responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation and navigation of the vessel protecting the environment to the best of our abilities. Compliance with all applicable local, national, and international navigation regulations is imperative. Skills in the effective management and direction of employees and supervision of human resources matters is required.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Work-life balance and work in your home area
- Competitive salary and incentive program
- Company Defined Contribution Pension
- Group Benefits Plan
- Potential career growth
Bay Ferries Limited is committed to employment equity and actively recruits candidates from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act (women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities).
We are committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
Company website https://www.ferries.ca
Applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter specifying the position they are applying for. All applications for employment are considered for positions at Northumberland Ferries Limited and Bay Ferries Limited.
