Marine Atlantic is currently looking for a Third Officer to work onboard our vessels that operate from the ports of Port aux Basques NL and North Sydney NS year round; and Argentia NL during the summer season. These positions are permanent spare and relief positions that are scheduled across our fleet and each tour based on operational requirements.

Marine Atlantic is committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Preference may be given to members of the following equity deserving groups: women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members. If you are a member of one or more of these groups, please state to which group(s) you identify in your application.

Eligible candidates may qualify for a signing incentive, subject to a return of service in the position for a specified period.

Vessel officers are responsible for knowing, understanding, respecting and promoting Bridge Team Management, the Vessel Emergency Plan, Muster Lists, and SOLAS training manual. This includes maintaining the plan; training employees; participating in emergency preparedness training, drills and exercises; and maintaining records of all preparedness activities.

The Third Officer reports directly to the Chief Officer and is responsible as a supervisor for loading/unloading operation, supervising mooring operations, completing job cards as assigned and keeping a navigational watch.

Additional Key Areas of Responsibility

•    Contribute to an inclusive, respectful workplace and uphold our corporate values
•    Refer to and understand the requirements of the Safety Management System (SMS)
•    Actively participate in emergency and security drills
•    Maintain the security of the bridge when underway
•    Open and close ramps and hull openings when in port
•    Assist in the accomplishment of company objectives by performing other related duties as required.

What qualifications do I need to be considered for this opportunity? 

Certification

•    Watchkeeping Mate or Watchkeeping Mate, Near Coastal or Higher
• STCW 95 6.1, 6.2 and 6.3
•    Valid MED refresher
•    FRC and FRC refresher
•    Bridge Resource Management and refresher
•    ECDIS• ROC-MC or GOC
•    Transport Canada Approved Medical Examination

Additional Qualifications

•    Ability to work in confined spaces
•    Ability to lift 10Kg
•    Transportation of Dangerous Goods Awareness
•    Security Awareness
•    Computer Literacy

Asset Qualifications

•    Passenger Safety Management
•    Specialized Passenger Safety Management

We thank all applicants for applying, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Safety Sensitive Position

This position is designated as a safety sensitive position and is subject to the provisions of Marine Atlantic’s Drug and Alcohol Policy which includes, but not limited to pre-employment testing. We have a zero-tolerance policy for alcohol, cannabis, and illicit drugs.

Additional Information

At Marine Atlantic, we are dedicated to building and fostering an inclusive and diverse environment, where all employees and customers feel welcomed, valued, and respected.

Marine Atlantic invites applications from all qualified candidates and hires based on merit. We are committed to the principles of equitable employment for all and strongly encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members. If you are a member of one or more of these groups, please state to which group(s) you identify in your cover letter, resume or application.

To receive this job poster in an alternative format or to discuss alternate ways of completing the online application, please contact the Marine Atlantic Human Resources Department, in confidence, at careers-carrieresma.ca.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, contact the Marine Atlantic Human Resources Department, in confidence, at careers-carrieresma.ca.

Marine Atlantic respectfully acknowledges that we operate in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq peoples, and on the island of Ktaqmkuk, the unceded traditional territory of the Beothuk and Mi’kmaq peoples. We also acknowledge Labrador as the traditional ancestral homelands of the Innu of Nitassinan, the Inuit of Nunatsiavut, and the Inuit of NunatuKavut.