2nd Mate Officer - Ferry Navigation & Safety Leader

Bay Ferries Limited; Waterford; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Defined benefit pension plan

Comprehensive health benefit packages

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Bay Ferries Limited is seeking a 2nd Mate Officer to serve aboard the Fundy Rose, operating from Saint John, NB, and Digby, NS. The role emphasizes safety oversight, watchkeeping, and vessel integrity under the Master and Chief Officer.

The Second Officer coordinates crew, ensures equipment maintenance, and upholds safety culture with company training in WHMIS and accessibility. Growth and professional development are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Valid Canadian Watchkeeping Mate certificate and near coastal competency.
• Current Seafarers Medical and Radio Operator certificates.
• STCW basic safety, survival craft, advanced fire fighting certificates.
• Continuous discharge book and related certifications.

Responsibilities

• Safekeeping of navigational watch and bridge equipment upkeep.
• Oversee loading/disembarking of passengers and vehicles on watch.
• Direct crew duties and report defects to Master/Officer on duty.
• Maintain safety equipment, charts, and navigation publications.
• Ensure compliance with Safety Management System and emergency operations.

Skills

Clear communication

Vessel operations knowledge

Conflict resolution

WHMIS training

Education

Canadian Watch keeping Mate

Near Coastal OC Cert

Seafarers Medical Cert

Radio Operator Cert.

STCW Basic Safety / Rescue Boats / Fire Fighting certs

Job description

Bay Ferries Limited is seeking a 2nd Mate Officer to serve aboard the Fundy Rose, operating from Saint John, NB, and Digby, NS. The role emphasizes safety oversight, watchkeeping, and vessel integrity under the Master and Chief Officer.

The Second Officer coordinates crew, ensures equipment maintenance, and upholds safety culture with company training in WHMIS and accessibility. Growth and professional development are encouraged.