Captain

Ocean Group; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fringe benefits

Employee assistance program for family

Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)

Social club

Location in the Port of Hamilton

Job summary

Ocean Group seeks an experienced Captain to lead tugboat operations in the Port of Hamilton. You will supervise the crew, certify vessel readiness, and enforce safety standards to ensure efficient maneuvers and maintenance.

The role requires strong leadership, advanced English, and a commitment to health and environmental policies. A permanent position with comprehensive benefits awaits the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Captain on tugboats with leadership of crew and safety responsibility.
• Certifications required: Canadian Master, MED Basic Safety STCW-BS, ROC-CM, Lifeboat & Rescue Boat proficiency.
• Advanced Fire Fighting Techniques and TC medical certification are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew and ensure smooth vessel maneuvers.
• Certify vessel and crew for operation area.
• Ensure proper functioning of vessel equipment and seaworthiness.
• Prepare and validate repair/modification lists with Chief Engineer.
• Inspect materials per SINEX maintenance program.
• Promote health, safety, and environmental policies on board.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Stress management

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Customer service oriented

Safety compliance

Training others

Education

Canadian Master certificate

Medical certificate (Transport Canada)

MED Basic Safety STCW-BS

Lifeboat & Rescue Boat Operator Proficiency

Advanced Fire Fighting Techniques

Restricted Operator Certificate - ROC-CM

Basic Marine First Aid Training Certificate

Valid Driver's License (Class 5)

Job description

ARE YOU LOOKING TO JOIN A GREAT COMPANY WHERE YOUR CONTRIBUTION WILL BE RECOGNIZED? READ ON, THIS OFFER IS PERFECT FOR YOU!

We are actively seeking a Captain to join our team to perform tugboat towing operations, lead and supervise the crew, and ensure the safe and efficient maintenance of the vessel.

• Permanent job - 14 days of work,1 week stand by, 7 days of rest, during the on season
• Full range of fringe benefits
• Free employee assistance program available to the whole family
• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Social club
• Great geographical environment, in the heart of the Port of Hamilton

YOUR TALENTS WILL BE USED TO MEET THE FOLLOWING CHALLENGES:

• Lead a crew and ensure the smooth running of maneuvers.
• Ensure that the vessel and crew are certified for the area of operation.
• Ensure the proper functioning of the vessel's equipment.
• Ensure the seaworthiness of the vessel in all conditions.
• Prepare and validate repair and modification lists with the Chief Engineer.
• Inspect material, structure and equipment according to the SINEX maintenance program.
• Promote and maintain the health and safety of all persons on board the vessel.
• Implement the company's safety and environmental protection policies.
• Implement the company's SMS system.
• Operate vessels in compliance with company and industry recognized practices.
• Participate and support the activities of the Health, Safety and Environment Management System.

OUR IDEAL COLLEAGUE HAS:

• Canadian Master certificate, 500T gross tonnage, inland navigation (M500-T3000)
• Medical certificate issued by Transport Canada
• Certificates of competency :
  • MED Basic Safety STCW-BS
  • Lifeboat and Rescue Boat Operator Proficiency
  • Advanced Fire Fighting Techniques
• Restricted Operator Certificate - Commercial Marine (ROC-CM)
• Basic Marine First Aid Training Certificate
• Knowledge of the operation of a quality system with ISM standards (SMS)
• Valid driver's license (class 5)
• Availability during the day, night and weekends
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience as a captain on conventional and/or Voith type tugs
• Experience on ASD tugs (asset)
• Experience in berthing vessels (asset)
• Experience as an officer on board a vessel equipped with an SMS system
• Customer service oriented
• Leadership and excellent teamwork skills
• Good stress management (medium to high)
• Good organizational skills
• Openness to learning and development
• Language: advanced level in English, spoken and written

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Founded in 1972, Ocean Group is a thriving, inspiring company with the wind in its sails! As a leader in the Canadian maritime industry, our success is based on our ability to innovate, our determination to keep moving forward, and the diversity of our services. Whether it is harbor towage, marine work, construction, or ship repair, we take great pride in the accomplishments of our specialized workforce. Within our various teams, we find dynamic and passionate employees who are driven by a willingness to make a difference. We promote a healthy, safe, and environmentally responsible work environment that reflects our values of excellence, integrity, and respect.

NB: Ocean Group subscribes to an Equality Access Program and invites women, visible minorities, First Nations and Inuit, and persons with disabilities to apply. The use of the masculine gender is for ease of reading and has no discriminatory intent. We believe in the principle of equal employment opportunity and are open to measures of accommodation in the selection process.

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