First Officer

Requisition ID: 1985

Location: Vessels

Hourly Rate: $46.506

Application Closing Date : Until Filled

Marine Atlantic is dedicated to creating an environment which promotes employee growth, career development, and job satisfaction. Our employees embody our core values; they are diverse, safety-oriented team-players who exhibit integrity and commitment, and always strive for excellence.

Marine Atlantic is currently looking for a First Officer to work onboard our vessels that operate from the ports of Port aux Basques NL and North Sydney NS year round; and Argentia NL during the summer season. These positions are permanent full-time spare and relief positions that are scheduled across our fleet and each tour based on operational requirements. Eligible candidates may qualify for a signing incentive, subject to a return of service in the position for a specified period.

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.

Reporting directly to the Chief Officer, First Officers play a key role in safely maintaining and overseeing the following:

• Navigation and Cargo Watch

• Marine Emergency Duties

• Mooring stations during docking and undocking

• Loading and off-loading of our vessels

• Maintenance of deck equipment

What qualifications do I need to be considered for this opportunity?

Certification and Experience

• Chief Mate Near Coastal Certificate, STCW 95 or Higher

AND

• 2 years recent experience in as a Deck Officer with a minimum of 12 months as a Second Officer

Qualifications

• Marine Emergency Duties STCW 6.1, 6.2, and 6.3

• Fast Rescue Craft and Refresher if applicable

• Bridge Resource Management or Human Element Leadership Management (HELM)

• Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS)

• Restricted Operators Certificate - Maritime Commercial (ROC-MC) or General Operator Certificate (GOC)

• Valid Transport Canada Approved Marine Medical Certificate

• Recent experience working on vessels with Safety Management Systems

• Experience working with Electronic Planned Maintenance Systems

• Computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Must be able to work in confined space

• Ability to lift 10 kg

Assets Qualifications:

• Graduate of a recognized marine school in a related program

• Marine Emergency Duties Refresher Course

• Marine Advanced First Aid or Marine Medical Care

• Transportation of Dangerous Goods Training

• Ship Security Training

• Passenger Safety Management or Specialized Passenger Safety Management

• Demonstrated work experience with leading and developing a successful and effective team

We thank all applicants for applying, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why work for the Marine Atlantic team?

As part of the Marine Atlantic team, you will participate in a variety of ongoing training programs and development opportunities to navigate your career and chart your course for success. We provide a positive and inclusive work culture that is dedicated to creating an environment which promotes employee growth, career development, and job satisfaction. Some benefits of working with Marine Atlantic include competitive salaries, defined benefit pension plan, comprehensive health benefit packages, and professional development opportunities. Come experience the pride of working with an organization with newly constructed and revitalized infrastructure that has positioned itself for the future.

Marine Atlantic’s Tour Pattern

There is a monthly tour pattern for regularly assigned positions of 15 days on and 15 days off, normally commencing the 1st and 15th of each month. As a new spare and relief employee, you will be called for work in accordance with operational requirements; therefore, you may be required to work in intervals throughout both tours (i.e. one month) in order to obtain 15 days of work. Please note, you may be called to work fewer than or in excess of 15 days per month should it be operationally required.

Safety Sensitive Position

This position is designated as a safety sensitive position and is subject to the provisions of Marine Atlantic’s Drug and Alcohol Policy which includes, but not limited to pre-employment testing. We have a zero-tolerance policy for alcohol, cannabis, and illicit drugs.

Additional Information

Marine Atlantic is a Federal Crown Corporation that provides a vital ferry service link between Newfoundland and Labrador and mainland Canada.

At Marine Atlantic, we are dedicated to building and fostering an inclusive and diverse environment, where all employees and customers feel welcomed, valued, and respected.

Marine Atlantic invites applications from all qualified candidates and hires based on merit. We are committed to the principles of equitable employment for all and strongly encourage applications from 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 cover letter, resume or application.

To receive this job poster in an alternative format or to discuss alternate ways of completing the online application, please contact the Marine Atlantic Human Resources Department, in confidence, at [email protected].

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, contact the Marine Atlantic Human Resources Department, in confidence, at [email protected].

Marine Atlantic respectfully acknowledges that we operate in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq peoples, and on the island of Ktaqmkuk, the unceded traditional territory of the Beothuk and Mi’kmaq peoples. We also acknowledge Labrador as the traditional ancestral homelands of the Innu of Nitassinan, the Inuit of Nunatsiavut, and the Inuit of NunatuKavut.