Deputy Director of Safety & Security

Northumberland Ferries; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Northumberland Ferries is seeking a Deputy Director of Safety and Security to lead the implementation and maintenance of the SMS, security plans and regulatory compliance across vessels, terminals and facilities. You will supervise safety and security personnel, drive audits, investigations and corrective actions, and support emergency response and cyber security matters.

With a relevant degree or maritime safety qualification, you will collaborate across operations and corporate teams, plan

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the ISM Code, SMS practices and applicable marine safety requirements.
• Experience with operational audits, incident investigations, corrective actions, training or emergency preparedness in a marine or regulated environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly with vessel and shore personnel, analyze information, write reports and follow complex issues through to resolution.

Responsibilities

• Support and continuously improve the Company's SMS and safety culture across vessel and shore operations.
• Provide day-to-day leadership to safety and security personnel, project teams and stakeholders.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard analyses and security assessments; track mitigation measures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk assessment

Audits

Incident investigations

Education

Relevant degree or maritime safety qualification

Marine certificate of competency (preferred)

Tools

Safety management systems

Job description

About Us

Northumberland Ferries Limited and Bay Ferries Limited are marine transportation providers serving Atlantic Canada and beyond. Our operations connect communities and support safe, reliable and efficient marine transportation.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Safety and Security, the Deputy Director of Safety and Security supports the implementation and maintenance of the Company's Safety Management System (SMS), security plans, occupational health and safety processes, and regulatory compliance across vessels, terminals and facilities. The role leads assigned operational work, follows up on findings and corrective actions, and provides practical support to vessel and shore teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and continuously improve the Company's SMS and just safety culture across vessel and shore operations.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to assigned safety and security personnel, project teams, committees and operational stakeholders.
• Conduct and support formal risk assessments, hazard analyses and security assessments; recommend and track mitigation measures.
• Plan and conduct assigned internal audits and support external audits and regulatory inspections, including follow-up of corrective and preventive actions.
• Support incident reporting and investigations, analyze trends and recommend practical improvements.
• Support vessel and facility security plans, security assessments, drills, exercises, emergency preparedness and relevant marine and operational technology cybersecurity matters.
• Work with managers, supervisors and committees to strengthen occupational health and safety practices, training, inspections and corrective actions.
• Monitor assigned regulatory compliance obligations and support communications with regulators and classification societies.
• Prepare safety, security, audit and incident reports and recommendations, and support annual safety plans and budget inputs.
• Act for the Director on specific matters when formally delegated.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the ISM Code, SMS practices and applicable marine safety, security and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Experience with operational audits, incident investigations, corrective actions, training or emergency preparedness in a marine or comparable regulated environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly with vessel and shore personnel, analyze information, write reports and follow complex issues through to resolution.
• Relevant degree, marine certificate of competency, occupational health and safety qualification, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Sound judgment, credibility and the ability to work collaboratively across operational and corporate teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Marine transportation, ferry, port, offshore, aviation, military, emergency services or other regulated operational experience.
• Designated Person Ashore (DPA) qualification or training.
• Company Security Officer (CSO) qualification or training.
• Lead Auditor training (ISM, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, or equivalent).
• Incident investigation training.
• Security-related qualifications such as MFSO or equivalent.
• Occupational health and safety certification such as CRSP, NCSO or CHSC.
• Experience using safety management, quality management or event reporting systems.

Working Conditions

The role includes office work and regular time aboard vessels and at terminals and other operational locations. Travel, flexible hours, occasional evenings or weekends, and participation in emergency response may be required.