Port/Harbour Captain

Atlantic Towing; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Towing Limited is looking for a Captain to join their Harbour and Coastal Fleet in New Brunswick. The role focuses on ensuring safe navigation and operations, maintaining compliance with safety and environmental policies, and managing crew qualifications and training.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master 500 GT certification along with necessary medical and safety qualifications. We promote accessibility and encourage individuals to communicate any accommodation needs throughout the application process.

Qualifications

• Master 500 GT, Near Coastal qualification required.
• Certificate of Competency in compliance with Flag State requirements.
• GMDSS - ROC certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Implement safety policies and management systems on board.
• Ensure safe navigation and operation of shipboard activities.
• Maintain vessel certification and manage maintenance programs.
• Conduct emergency drills and maintain readiness of crew.
• Implement personnel-related procedures and arrangements.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Navigation

Crew training

Education

Master 500 GT, Near Coastal

Certificate of Competency

GMDSS - ROC

Transport Canada Marine Medical

Marine Basic or Advanced First Aid and CPR

Job description

Atlantic Towing Limited is seeking a Captain for their Harbour and Coastal Fleet.

Responsibilities

• The implementation of Atlantic Towing Limited Policies and Management System requirements on board and motivation of the crew in the observance of the safety and environmental protection policy
• Observing that the navigation of the vessel and day–to–day conduct of shipboard operations are carried out in a safe, environmentally sound and efficient manner in accordance with applicable standards and regulations, good seamanship practices and company policies and procedures
• Ensuring that a planned maintenance program is implemented and executed so that the vessel and her equipment are maintained in a proper condition, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, industry practices, and additional requirements of Atlantic Towing Limited
• Monitoring the vessel’s certification status and maintain an up–to–date file of the vessel’s certificates
• Reporting accidents/incidents, hazardous situations, and nonconformities
• Ensuring that the vessel’s crew and emergency equipment are maintained in a high state of readiness to respond effectively to potential emergency situations
• Muster lists developed and posted and regular emergency drills conducted to identify areas where improvements can be made
• Implementation of personnel–related procedures and arrangements, including proper sign–on of all crew, maintenance of the Articles of Agreement, verifying that all crew carry updated certificates of competency, training and medical fitness, performance appraisals, identification of training needs and provision of onboard training, crew discipline, etc.
• Where applicable, responsible for the implementation of the Vessel Security Plan, including crew training and familiarization, maintenance of relevant records, inspection and testing of security equipment and observance of security procedures and arrangements
• Contribute to ATL’s Safety culture by:
• Understand and comply with various safety processes within the Safety Management System
• Possess the skills to perform job related tasks and apply safe practices while performing physical tasks
• Have a thorough understanding of precautions and procedures related to the Safety Management System
• Have thorough understanding of pollution regulations and the company’s objectives regarding environmental protection

Qualifications

• Master 500 GT, Near Coastal
• Certificate of Competency that complies with Flag State requirements for trading area and STCW endorsement
• GMDSS - ROC
• Transport Canada Marine Medical
• Marine Basic or Advanced First Aid and CPR
• Marine Emergency Duties (including MED Refreshers) considered an asset

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.