Casual Port/Harbour Deckhand (ATL)

J.D. Irving, Limited; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Towing seeks Casual Deckhands for its Harbour Coastal Division in Dartmouth, NS, and Saint John, NB. Candidates should hold required certifications and have the ability to implement safety practices while performing various deck duties. Join a team dedicated to maintaining a safe and environmentally friendly operational culture.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience as a Deck rating or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Make safety and protection of the environment the top priority.
• Perform watchkeeping duties as requested.
• Conduct deckhand duties including mooring, cargo handling, and maintenance.

Skills

Safety practices

Environmental protection knowledge

Education

Bridge Watchman Certificate of Competency

Transport Canada Marine Medical

Marine First Aid and CPR

STCW Basic Safety

Job description

Atlantic Towing is seeking Casual Deckhands for the Harbour Coastal Division in Dartmouth, NS and Saint John, NB.

Qualifications

• Bridge Watchman Certificate of Competency
• Transport Canada Marine Medical
• Marine First Aid and CPR
• STCW Basic Safety
• 3 years experience as a Deck rating in a relevant field or equivalent training in the position or one level below

Responsibilities

• Make safety and protection of the environment the top priority at all times by adhering to the company’s protective clothing policies and safe working practices and procedures, under the direction and supervision of the Deck Officers;
• Perform Watchkeeping duties, as requested by the Officer of the Watch;
• Perform fire and security rounds and maintain gangway watch while in port, as instructed by the Officer of the Watch;
• Perform general maintenance and hygiene duties as directed by the Chief Officer, including painting, cleaning, planned maintenance work and tank inspections.
• Perform deckhand duties at port and offshore installations, including: Mooring, unmooring and line handling; Handling ship–assist lines; Loading stores; Cargo loading, discharging and back loading including cargo hose handling; Cargo lashing; Anchor–handling and towing operations;
• Contribute to ATL’s Safety culture by:
• Understand and comply with various safety processes within the Safety Management System;
• Possess the skills to perform job related tasks and apply safe practices while performing physical tasks;
• Have a thorough understanding of precautions and procedures related to the Safety Management System;
• Have thorough understanding of pollution regulations and the company’s objectives regarding environmental protection.