Mate, Minor

BC Ferries • Area D (Texada Island), BC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Mate to serve as the ship’s Navigational Officer, supporting safe and efficient vessel operations while ensuring exceptional passenger service. As a Mate, you will work closely with the Master to oversee deck department activities, including vessel navigation, passenger and vehicle operations, crew management, and safety drills.

Requirements

• Valid Watchkeeping Mate, Near Coastal or higher
• Valid Seafarer’s Medical Certificate

Responsibilities

• Standing watch on the bridge; navigating the vessel; checking all navigational equipment to ensure that is it all operational; Analyzing information and taking appropriate action; conveying vessel clearance procedures to the Master.
• Supervising the loading and discharge of vehicles and foot passengers, securing the vessel for traffic movement, positioning ramps, maintaining trim and drafts, conducting dangerous cargo inspections, and assisting passengers with special needs.
• Planning, directing, and organizing crew into watches; delegating vessel duties; conducting crew inspections; providing training; and handling disciplinary matters.
• Performing administrative duties including ordering and managing deck stores, ensuring vessel security, coordinating repair and maintenance of deck areas and equipment, investigating accidents, maintaining refit lists, and completing employee time sheets, mate’s logs, and various reports.
• Liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders; addressing passenger complaints.
• Leading and training crew in fire, safety, and boat drills; and responding effectively to emergency situations.

What This Job Offers

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