Exempt Captain, Maritime Operations & Safety

Northumberland Ferries Limited; Belle River; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

competitive salaries

defined benefit pension plan

comprehensive health benefit packages

professional development opportunities

Job summary

Northumberland Ferries Limited seeks an Exempt Captain to command vessels operating from Wood Islands, PEI, and Caribou, NS, ensuring safe navigation and ship handling while applying the ISM Code aboard the vessel.

The role requires Master or Near Coastal certification and STCW endorsements, with a focus on safety culture, crew leadership, and regulatory compliance. Competitive benefits are offered in a dynamic maritime environment.

Qualifications

• Master, Near Coastal Certificate or higher is required.
• Continued Proficiency Endorsement demonstrates ongoing qualification.
• Seafarers Medical Certificate confirms fitness for duty.
• Radio Operator Certificate is required for communications.
• Certificates of Proficiency in STCW Basic Safety, Survival Craft and Rescue Boats, and Advanced Fire Fighting.
• Continuous Certificate of Discharge (Discharge Book) held.
• Specialized Passenger Safety Management certification or endorsement is required.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Safety and Environmental Protection Policy.
• Motivate the crew to observe and execute the policy.
• Issue clear orders and instructions.
• Review and update the Management System and report deficiencies to shore management.
• Report hazards and accidents; ensure corrective measures.
• Ensure crew compliance with safe working practices and procedures.
• Conduct monthly health and safety meetings.
• Run Daily Toolbox Talks with crew.
• Encourage near-miss reporting to foster a no-blame safety culture.
• Perform risk assessments and job hazard analyses.
• Maintain training and crew certification records.
• Demonstrate commitment to a just-cause safety culture.

Skills

Communication skills

Vessel operating knowledge

Conflict resolution

Safety awareness

Education

Master, Near Coastal Certificate of Competency or higher.

Continued Proficiency Endorsement.

Seafarers Medical Certificate.

Radio Operator Certificate.

STCW Basic Safety / Survival Craft / Rescue Boats / Advanced Fire Fighting certificates

Continuous Certificate of Discharge (Discharge Book).

Specialized Passenger Safety Management (Certificate or Endorsement)

Job description

Northumberland Ferries Limited seeks an Exempt Captain to command vessels operating from Wood Islands, PEI, and Caribou, NS, ensuring safe navigation and ship handling while applying the ISM Code aboard the vessel.

The role requires Master or Near Coastal certification and STCW endorsements, with a focus on safety culture, crew leadership, and regulatory compliance. Competitive benefits are offered in a dynamic maritime environment.