Deckhand Bridge Watch

BC Ferries; Langdale; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in marine transport is seeking a dedicated Deckhand Bridgewatch to ensure the safety and efficiency of vessel operations. This role involves directing passenger traffic, performing maintenance tasks, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will possess essential certifications and emergency response training, along with a strong commitment to customer service. Join a team that values safety, diversity, and community connection, where your contributions will play a vital role in enhancing the travel experience for passengers. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Bridge Watch Rating CoC and Marine Emergency duties training.
• Ability to react safely during emergencies and control traffic.

Responsibilities

• Direct vehicle and foot traffic on the vessel and to/from shore.
• Perform general maintenance and cleaning duties on the vessel.
• Patrol the vessel for safety hazards and compliance.

Skills

Seamanship

Emergency Response

Communication Skills

Heavy Lifting

Education

Bridge Watch Rating CoC

Marine Emergency Duties Training (STCW)

Seafarers’ Medical Certificate

Job description

Job Description

DECKHAND BRIDGEWATCH

Langdale

The Opportunity

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

Reporting to the Chief Officer / Mate, BW Deckhands are responsible for:

1. Directing vehicle and foot passenger traffic on the vessel, and to and from shore to the vessel.
2. Communicating in person and or by radio with ships’ officers and ticketing staff.
3. Checking propane tanks are shut off, and tagged.
4. Securing car decks and foot passenger gates prior to departure.
5. Carrying out under direction general ships’ husbandry, cleaning and maintenance duties of the interior and exterior of the vessel including but not limited to garbage pick up, cleaning mess rooms, stairwells and interior windows; pushing, pulling and lifting heavy stores; chipping and scrapping surfaces; and painting.
6. 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.
7. Performing additional duties as assigned which may include standby anchors during docking; participating in fire and boat drills; performing emergency duties; conducting check-offs for self-contained breathing apparatus and fire fighting; 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 Bridge Watch Rating CoC or higher, 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 effective manner during an emergency and to direct and control vehicles and passengers. You have a working knowledge of safe work practices and seamanship and the ability to climb ladders, handle ships’ lines and move heavy objects.

Applicants must hold a valid Seafarers’ Medical Certificate.

Join us!

If this sounds like your next great career move, please submit your cover letter and resume by April 29, 2025.

"We connect communities and customers to people and places important in their lives”

At BC Ferries, our employees are our most important assets in delivering our commitment to customer safety, service and satisfaction. 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.