Third Officer

BC FerriesNanaimo, BC
Onsite

About The Position

Exciting opportunities currently exist with BC Ferries to be part of our Nanaimo crew. If you hold a minimum Watchkpeeing Mate certificate, and want a position where you are standing watch as a junior member of the bridge team, this may be the role for you. The successful applicant is a proven, engaged deck officer who brings the technical and interpersonal skills required for safe and efficient participation in the management and operation of the ship’s navigational duties. You will be committed to the Company’s vision and values including safety, exceeding customer expectations and performance efficiency. BC Ferries supports employment equity and diversity in the workplace and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.

Requirements

  • Minimum Watchkeeping Mate certificate
  • Transport Canada Watchkeeping Mate certification or higher

Responsibilities

  • Assisting in the navigation of the vessel
  • Supervising the loading/unloading of car deck and passengers
  • Ensuring that lines are securely attached to the shore, and that the ramp and apron are adjusted
  • Advising the bridge that the vessel is clear to sail
  • Checking vehicles for gas leaks, propane and dangerous goods
  • Maintaining the wheelhouse
  • Correcting charts and publications
  • Completing various logs and reports
  • Assisting the Chief Officer in leading, directing, and training the crew in fire, safety and boat drills
  • Responding to emergency situations
  • Analyzing information and the manifest for load size and vessel stability
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