Deckhand

BC Ferries; Salt Spring Island Electoral Area; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

BC Ferries is seeking a Deckhand to support vessel operations and safety on Salt Spring Island. You will direct traffic on and off the vessel and assist with maintenance and cleaning duties onboard.

The role requires MED A1/B2 training and a Seafarer's Medical Certificate, with preference for Bridge Watch certification. Safety and teamwork are essential as you contribute to the company’s coastal services.

Qualifications

• Marine Emergency duties training – STCW Basic Safety (MED A1 and MED B2).
• Proficiency in Survival Craft (MED B1).
• Bridge Watch rating or higher certificate preferred.
• Applicants must hold a valid Seafarer's Medical Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Directing vehicle and foot traffic on the vessel and to and from shore.
• Communicating with ships’ officers and ticketing staff by radio or in person.
• Checking propane tanks are shut off and tagged.
• Securing car decks and passenger gates before departure.
• Carrying out routine ships’ maintenance and cleaning duties onboard.

Skills

MED A1/B2 training

Education

Bridge Watch rating or higher certificate

Seafarer's Medical Certificate

Job description

DECKHAND

Salt Spring Island

Casual

The Opportunity

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

Reporting to theMate, 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 interior and exterior of the vessel including but not limited to garbagepickup, cleaning mess rooms,stairwellsand interior windows; pushing,pullingand lifting heavy stores;chipping and scrapping surfaces; and painting


• Patrolling the vessel to watch for unusual situations, potential safetyhazardsand passenger compliance with regulations; standing fog,bridgeor anchorwatch; steeringthe vessel under the direction of a deck officer when serving as a quartermaster; and keeping a constant lookout for marine traffic and navigational hazards


• Performingadditionalduties as assigned which may include standby anchors during docking;participatingin fire and boat drills;performing emergency duties;conductingcheckoffsfor self-contained breathing apparatus andfirefighting; doing vehicle counts;assistingwith 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 dutiestraining – STCWBasic Safety (MED A1 and MED B2) andProficiency inSurvival Craft (MED B1). You have the abilityto react in a safe and effective manner during an emergency andto direct andcontrol vehicles and passengers. You have a working knowledge of safe work practices and seamanshipand 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 Seafarer's Medical Certificate.

Join us!

"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 along1,600 kmof coastline. Every day, we connect communities and move tens of thousands of passengers and vehicles across our 25 routes through the dedication,expertiseand 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'llplayan important rolein connecting people, supporting communities, and keeping coastal BC moving.

We support employment equity and diversity in theworkplaceand 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.