At Kehoe Marine Construction, we help clients protect, access, and enjoy their waterfront properties through custom docks, shoreline protection, and marine construction projects across Eastern Ontario and beyond. For more than 20 years, we have built a reputation for quality workmanship, practical problem-solving, and doing things the right way. As our company continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced and dependable Deckhand / Labourer to join our field team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, working outdoors and on the water, and being part of a crew that takes pride in building high-quality projects. The work is physical, varied, and often challenging—but for the right person, it is also rewarding and offers the opportunity to develop a broad range of marine construction skills. This role primarily involves outdoor work on waterfront job sites and aboard boats, barges, and tugs.

You will work in changing conditions, including summer heat, rain, wind, cold temperatures, and ice. The work involves lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 50 lbs, bending, climbing, and repetitive movements. Job sites may involve loud equipment, diesel fumes, and water hazards, requiring appropriate PPE and consistent protected work practices.

Occasional travel and overnight stays may be required, depending on project location.

At Kehoe Marine

Construction, you are part of a team that values hard work, accountability, safety, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement. In this role, you will gain exposure to a variety of projects, tools, construction methods, and marine operations while working alongside experienced members of our team.



As our company continues to grow, we want people who are excited to develop their skills, take on greater responsibility, and build a long-term career with Kehoe.

Kehoe Marine

Construction offers competitive compensation based on your experience, skills, certifications, and qualifications. We also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including group benefits, a Health Spending Account, RRSP/DPSP matching, and opportunities for training, development, and career growth within the company. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know and we will work with you to support your needs.

This is hands-on work where your effort becomes something lasting—from a custom dock to a protected shoreline. Working on waterfront job sites and aboard barges and boats, you will help carry out the physical, day-to-day work that brings our projects to life. Under the direction of a Foreman or Lead Hand, you will load and unload materials, prepare work areas, handle tools, assist with installations, and support cutting, grinding, fitting, and other construction tasks.

The work changes with each project, but the expectation stays the same: come prepared, work safely, and do your part to keep the crew moving. Your crew counts on you, just as you count on them.



Looking after the job site, tools, and equipment is part of that commitment.

Whether you are organizing materials, greasing equipment, cleaning up, or reporting a problem, these everyday tasks help the whole crew work safely and efficiently. You do not need to know every part of marine construction on day one. Bring relevant field experience, a strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to learn.

You take pride in showing up prepared, following through on your responsibilities, and contributing to the success of the crew. As you become familiar with the job, you recognize what needs to happen next and look for ways to help. You understand that working on the water and around heavy equipment requires focus, clear communication, and awareness of your surroundings.

Enjoy working with tools, boats, machinery, and construction materials. Prefer active, hands-on work over sitting at a desk. Are comfortable working on the water and moving between boats, barges, and shoreline work areas.

Enjoy being part of a crew and working toward a shared goal. Have mechanical aptitude and are interested in developing new skills. Are willing to travel and occasionally stay overnight when projects require it.

Want the opportunity to grow into more advanced marine or construction responsibilities. Prefer predictable indoor work in a controlled environment. Are uncomfortable working around water, boats, barges, or heavy equipment.

Do not enjoy physically demanding work, changing weather, or early mornings. Are unwilling to travel or stay overnight for occasional out-of-town projects.

📌 DECKHAND / LABOURER (Ontario)
🏢 Kehoe Marine Construction
📍 Ontario