Job Description
Atlantic Towing is seeking Casual Deckhands for the Harbour Coastal Division in Dartmouth, NS and Saint John, NB.

Responsibilities

Make safety and protection of the environment the top priority at all times by adhering to the company’s protective clothing policies and safe working practices and procedures, under the direction and supervision of the Deck Officers;

Perform Watchkeeping duties, as requested by the Officer of the Watch;

Perform fire and security rounds and maintain gangway watch while in port, as instructed by the Officer of the Watch;

Perform general maintenance and hygiene duties as directed by the Chief Officer, including painting, cleaning, planned maintenance work and tank inspections;

Perform deckhand duties at port and offshore installations, including mooring, unmooring and line handling; handling ship–assist lines; loading stores; cargo loading, discharging and back loading including cargo hose handling; cargo lashing; anchor–handling and towing operations;

Contribute to ATL’s safety culture by:

Understand and comply with various safety processes within the Safety Management System;





Possess the skills to perform job-related tasks and apply secure practices while performing physical tasks;

Have a thorough understanding of precautions and procedures related to the Safety Management System;

Have thorough understanding of pollution regulations and the company’s objectives regarding environmental protection.

Qualifications

Bridge Watchman Certificate of Competency;

Transport Canada Marine Medical;

Marine First Aid and CPR;

STCW Basic Safety;

3 years experience as a Deck (rating) in a relevant field or equivalent training in the position or one level below.

Equal Opportunity
We’re committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

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📌 Casual Port/Harbour Deckhand (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Atlantic Towing
📍 Nova Scotia