500 GT Captain

J.D. Irving, Limited; Saint John; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive Marine Construction Company is seeking a 500 ton Tug Captain for a long-term career opportunity. The role involves safe vessel operation, implementing safety policies, and coordinating crew training. Candidates must hold a 500 ton STCW Certificate and necessary Transport Canada Certificates, with preference given to those with barge handling experience. This position requires travel throughout Atlantic Canada and includes drug testing and background checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Tug Captain or equivalent maritime experience.
• Candidates must be available for travel throughout Atlantic Canada.
• Candidates will undergo drug/alcohol testing and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Implement safety and environmental policies effectively.
• Operate the vessel and support equipment safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate on-board training and review safety documentation.
• Report any defects or safety risks to the Company.

Skills

Barge handling/towing experience

Safety oriented

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

500 ton STCW Certificate

Transport Canada Certificates

Job description

Harbour Development is looking for a 500 ton Tug Captain who is seeking a challenging, long-term career opportunity with a progressive Marine Construction Company, specializing in dredging.

Qualifications

• >=500 ton STCW Certificate
• Must hold all necessary Transport Canada Certificates
• Preference given to candidates with barge handling/towing experience and familiar with the Bay of Fundy tides
• 3+ years’ experience
• Professional, team player who is safety oriented
• Organized and enjoys working in a challenging environment
• Available to travel throughout Atlantic Canada for extended periods of time, when required
• Candidates will be subject to a drug/alcohol testing, as well as a criminal background check

Responsibilities

• Implementing the safety and environmental policy of the Company, motivating the crew in the execution of that policy, issuing orders in a clear and concise manner and reviewing safety and pollution prevention activities.
• Safe and efficient operation of the vessel and support equipment.
• Reporting defects to the Company and other matters with implications for safe operations or pollution risk and which require the assistance of the Company.
• Appraising and coordinating on-board training requirements with the Company.
• Ensuring that all safety information is kept in date and available to all members of the crew at all times.
• Review of on-board contingency plans and ship procedures and reporting any deficiencies to the D.P.A.
• Reporting non-conformities, accidents involving personnel or plant and hazardous situations to the Company.
• Requesting assistance from the Company as may be deemed necessary to ensure safe and pollution free operation of the ship.
• Provide employee scheduling information to the crew.