ship chief officer

Government of Canada - Western; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a skilled Ship Captain for a dynamic role in marine operations located in Vancouver, British Columbia. This position involves commanding vessels, ensuring passenger safety, and navigating various waterways. Candidates with at least 5 years of relevant marine experience and a strong background in operating coast guard vessels will be preferred. This is an on-site role with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of marine experience required.
• Experience with coast guard vessels and passenger ships preferred.

Responsibilities

• Command and operate ships or vessels to transport passengers and cargo.
• Ensure safety and comfort of passengers during transit.
• Maintain navigational instruments and oversee crew activities.

Skills

Navigational skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Marine

Responsibilities Tasks

• Command and operate ships or vessels to transport passengers and cargo
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of deck crews
• Command and operate coast guard vessels
• Ensure safety and comfort of passengers
• Determine geographical position using navigational instruments, maps and charts
• Direct and oversee the loading and unloading of cargo
• Maintain vessel's navigational instruments and equipment
• Control, steer and navigate a vessel in various waterways
• Enforce regulations in Canadian waters
• Record vessel's progress, weather and sea conditions in ship's log
• Board vessels at berth or from pilot boats to advise ships' captains on the course to steer for safe passage into and out of ports, seaways or other waterways under pilotage authority
• Direct passengers during emergency evacuation procedures
• Identify workers’ training needs

Experience and specialization Vessel experience

• Coast guard vessel
• Marine transportation company
• Passenger ship

Type of industry experience

• Marine industry