Deckhand

BC Ferries • Nanaimo, BC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

From directing traffic to supporting essential safety procedures, this is a hands-on, safety-focused role where no two days are the same, and every task contributes to a safe and smooth sailing. At BC Ferries, our people are at the heart of delivering safe and reliable service along 1,600 km of coastline. Every day, we connect communities and move tens of thousands of passengers and vehicles across our 25 routes through the dedication, expertise and hard work of our teams. Guided by a shared commitment to safety, service, inclusion, and local commitment, we offer meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a positive impact. Whether you work onboard our vessels, in our terminals or behind the scenes, you'll play an important role in connecting people, supporting communities, and keeping coastal BC moving.

Requirements

• Marine Emergency duties training (STCW Basic Safety – MED A1 and MED B2 and Proficiency in Survival Craft - MED B1)
• A valid Seafarer's Medical Certificate
• Able to respond safely and effectively in emergency situations
• Able to direct and control vehicles and passengers
• Able to apply safe work practices and seamanship
• Physical ability to climb ladders, handle ship’s lines, and move heavy objects

Nice To Haves

• Bridge Watch rating or higher certificate

Responsibilities

• Directing vehicle and foot passenger traffic on the vessel, and to and from shore to the vessel
• Communicating in person and or by radio with ships’ officers and ticketing staff
• Checking propane tanks are shut off, and tagged
• Securing car decks and foot passenger gates prior to departure
• 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 pickup, cleaning mess rooms, stairwells and interior windows; pushing, pulling and lifting heavy stores; chipping and scrapping surfaces; and painting
• 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
• Performing additional duties as assigned which may include standby anchors during docking; participating in fire and boat drills; performing emergency duties; conducting checkoffs for self-contained breathing apparatus and firefighting; doing vehicle counts; assisting with annual refit and life raft exchange; spreading salt; splicing rope; taking inventory; and changing navigation lights

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed