Deckhand

BC Ferries; North Cowichan; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

BC Ferries is seeking a customer-minded Deckhand to support vessel operations and safety in Crofton. The casual position requires hands-on work directing traffic, communicating with crew, and performing routine maintenance aboard the vessel.

Ideal candidates have MED A1/B2 and MED B1 certifications, a Seafarers’ Medical Certificate, and the ability to work with ship systems, ladders, and heavy stores. Training and career growth are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Marine Emergency duties training – STCW Basic Safety (MED A1 and MED B2) and Proficiency in Survival Craft (MED B1).
• Bridge Watch rating or higher certificate preferred.
• Valid Seafarers’ Medical Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Direct vehicle and foot traffic on the vessel, and to and from shore to the vessel.
• Communicate with ships’ officers and ticketing staff.
• Check propane tanks are shut off, and tagged.
• Secure car decks and passenger gates before departure.
• Perform general ships’ husbandry, cleaning, and maintenance duties on interior and exterior of the vessel.
• Patrol for safety hazards and ensure passenger compliance with regulations; stand fog, bridge or anchor watch as needed.
• Assist with drills, emergency duties, and routine checks; support life-saving equipment and navigation lights.

Skills

MED A1/B2 Safety

MED B1 Survival Craft

Seamanship

Emergency response

Directing traffic

Safety culture

Job description

The Opportunity

We are seeking a customer-minded individual who plays a critical role in vessel operations and safety.

Job Description

DECKHAND

Crofton

Casual

The Opportunity

We are seeking a customer-minded individual who plays a critical role in vessel operations and safety.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Mate, Deckhands are responsible for:

• Directing vehicle and foot passenger traffic on the vessel, and to and from shore to the vessel
• Communicating in person and or by radio with ships’ officers and ticketing staff
• Checking propane tanks are shut off, and tagged
• Securing car decks and foot passenger gates prior to departure
• Carrying out under direction general ships’ husbandry, cleaning and maintenance duties of the interi or and exterior of the vessel i ncluding but not limited to garbage pickup , cleaning mess rooms, stairwells and interior windows; pushing, pu lling and lifting heavy stores; c hipping and scrapping surfaces; and painting
• Patrolling the vessel to watch for unusual situations, potential safety hazards and passenger compliance with regulations; standing fog, bridge or anchor watch; steering the vessel under the direction of a deck officer when serving as a quartermaster; and keeping a constant lookout for marine traffic and navigational hazards
• Per forming additional duties as assigned which may include standby anchors during docking ; p articipating in fire and boat drills; p er forming emergency duties; c onducting checkoffs for self-contained breathing apparatus and firefighting ; doing vehicle counts; assisting with annual refit and life raft exchange; spreading salt; splicing rope; taking inventory; and changing navigation lights

What You Bring To The Team

This position requires Marine Emergency duties training – STCW Basic Safety (MED A1 and MED B2) and Proficiency in Survival Craft (MED B1 ). You have the ability to react in a safe and effect ive manner during an emergency and to direct and control vehicles and passengers. You have a working knowledge of saf e work practices and seamanship and ability to climb ladders, handle ships’ lines and move heavy objects.

Preference may be shown to applicants with a Bridge Watch rating or higher certificate. Applicants must hold a valid Seafarers’ Medical Certificate.

We sail to serve and connect the people and the coast of BC”

At BC Ferries, our people are at the heart of delivering safe and reliable service along 1,600 km of coastline. Every day, we connect communities and move tens of thousands of passengers and vehicles across our 25 routes through the dedication, expertise and hard work of our teams. Guided by a shared commitment to safety, service, inclusion, and local commitment, we offer meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a positive impact. Whether you work onboard our vessels, in our terminals or behind the scenes, you'll play an important role in connecting people, supporting communities, and keeping coastal BC moving.

We support employment equity and diversity in the workplace and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted .