Port Boat House is an industry-leading dealership for Yamaha Outboards, ATVs and Side-by-Sides, Ranger Tugs, Cutwater Boats, and North River Boats. With over 45 years in business, we are proud to serve customers throughout Vancouver Island and coastal BC.

We are looking for a motivated and creative Marketing Assistant to join our Port Alberni/ Lions Bay team. Marine experience is not required; however, preference will be given to candidates with an interest in boating, fishing, motorsports, or the recreational industry.

Responsibilities

- Create and manage content for Facebook, Instagram, and other digital platforms.
- Assist with updating website content, product listings, photos, and promotional information.
- Create marketing materials including brochures, flyers, advertisements, email campaigns, and social media graphics.
- Take photos and videos of boats, products, events, deliveries, and dealership activities.
- Assist with planning and promoting boat shows, dealership events, promotions, and other marketing initiatives for both Port Boat House and Howe Sound Marine.
- Support the Sales Department with customer follow-up, product information, documentation, and day-to-day administrative tasks.
- Help maintain customer and sales records and assist with lead follow-up.
- Work with Sales, Service, and Parts departments to promote products, services, and company activities.
- Monitor marketing activities and help identify opportunities to improve customer engagement.




- Attend boat shows and industry events as required.
- Perform other sales, marketing, and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Experience with Facebook and Instagram.
- Drone experience / drone license
- Experience with photography is an asset
- Experience with Canva, basic graphic design, photography, or video creation is an asset.
- Robust organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Attention to detail and willingness to learn.
- Positive attitude and strong customer-service mindset.
- Previous customer service or social media experience is preferred.
- Interest in boating, fishing, motorsports, or recreational vehicles is an asset.

Position Details Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts

Pay: $22.00–$26 per hour, based on experience

Additional Compensation:

- Bonus pay
- Relocation allowance for eligible candidates

Benefits:

- Medical and Dental care
- Paid time off
- In office parking
- Store discount

Work Location: In person – Port Alberni, BC Job Types: Full time, Permanent

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Perks

- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount

Experience:
- customer service: 1 year (preferred)
- Social media management: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Marketing Assistant (Port Alberni)
🏢 Port Boat House
📍 Port Alberni