Quartermaster / Deckhand

marineatla

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Marine Atlantic is seeking motivated and committed Deckhands who are eager to learn and grow within the Marine Industry. Successful applicants will primarily work as a Deckhand and will receive training to become a Quartermaster, allowing them to step into that role once training is complete and operationally required. These positions are permanent, spare and relief positions that are scheduled across our fleet and each tour based on operational requirements. Marine Atlantic is committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Preference may be given to members of the following equity deserving groups: women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members. If you are a member of one or more of these groups, please state to which group(s) you identify in your application.

Requirements

Bridge Watch Rating Certificate STCW 95 or Able Seafarer Certificate STCW 95
Valid STCW 6.1 and STCW 6.2 Certificates
Transport Canada mandated Marine Medical Examination
Ability to work in confined spaces
Strong desire to learn and develop skills as a Quartermaster

Nice To Haves

MED Refresher Certificate
Passenger Safety Management
Confined Space Certification
Marine Basic First Aid
Previous experience as a helmsman

Responsibilities

Quartermaster main function is helmsman duties, entering and departing port and as required at sea. When not performing helmsman duties at sea this position will act as an additional lookout and assist the OOW as required. In port the Quartermaster will act as gangway or bridge watch.
Deckhand duties have several components; including, but not limited to emergency responsibilities, completion of documentation, fire/security patrol, deck patrol, and lookout.
Follow safe work procedures and work within MOHS regulations.
Actively participate in all emergency and security drills as per the duties assigned in the Muster list.
Perform/Switch to Emergency Steering and Autopilot.
Understand the Emergency Steering Procedures, the location of the steering repeaters and magnetic compass.
Follow helm orders as directed by the Master or OOW.
Ensure all crew and visitors sign the gangway logbook and verify visitors ID as required.
Verify and collect passenger tickets as required.
Ensure gangway and walkways are clear of slip, trip and fall hazards.
May be called out for mooring operations.
Fire plan locations for shore fire department’s while in port.
Assist in the accomplishment of company objectives by performing other related duties as required.
Daily checklists for fall Protection, Forklifts, Man Lifts, Confined Spaces, manual sign-offs of tools, Occupational Safety & Health manual, International Safety Management reviews and Emergency Procedures
Daily and routine work which includes painting, cleaning, and securing
Housekeeping as it relates to the vessel’s exterior decks and vehicle decks
Rectification of Inspection items as directed by the Bosun and/or the Occupational Safety & Health Committee
Hourly fire and security patrol rounds of the entire vessel above the vehicle decks as per vessel plan
Continually patrolling the vehicle decks and direct any unauthorized passengers to the passenger areas
Inspecting lashings and tightening where required at sea and reporting it to the Officer on watch when in port
Reporting any cargo shifting, fuel leaks, vehicle damages, fire hazards, lighting issues, and slip trip and fall hazards
Working diligently to promote a safe working environment.
Assisting in the accomplishment of vessel functions by performing other related duties as required