Company Overview

K’awat’si Marine Services is seeking a dependable, safety-focused, and customer-oriented Water Taxi Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for safely transporting passengers, cargo, and supplies, between designated locations while providing friendly, professional service.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working on the water, values safety and teamwork, and takes pride in delivering a positive passenger experience.

This position is based in Port Hardy, BC.
Responsibilities

- Safely operate and navigate vessels in a variety of weather and marine conditions.
- Transport passengers, equipment, and supplies to and from designated locations.
- Conduct pre-departure checks and routine vessel inspections.
- Ensure compliance with Transport Canada regulations, company procedures, and marine safety requirements.
- Provide clear safety briefings and assist passengers with boarding and disembarkation.
- Monitor weather forecasts, tides, marine traffic, and local navigational hazards.
- Maintain accurate passenger manifests, trip logs, and required vessel documentation.
- Perform routine cleaning, upkeep, and basic maintenance of vessels.
- Communicate effectively with dispatch, management, and passengers.
- Deliver courteous, professional service while maintaining a safe and organized vessel.

Minimum Required Certifications:

- Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP)
- Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety (SDV-BS)
- Restricted Operator Certificate – Maritime (ROC-M)
- Marine Basic or Advanced First Aid




- Occupational First Aid Level 1 (OFA Level 1)

Assets :

- Previous commercial marine or water taxi experience.
- Strong vessel handling skills in various water conditions.
- Familiarity with local coastal waters and remote landing locations.
- Basic mechanical knowledge and vessel maintenance experience.
- Experience working with marine service clients, local communities, and tourists.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Demonstrated boat-handling and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to respond effectively to emergency situations.
- Flexibility in schedules including availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Flexibility to provide coverage on other vessels within the KMS operations.
- Maintain cleanliness and upkeep on the vessels.

What we offer :

- Competitive wages based on experience and qualifications.
- A rewarding chance to work on the water in a beautiful marine environment.
- A supportive, safety-focused team.
- Opportunities for additional training and professional development.
- Potential for seasonal flexibility and advancement opportunities

If you are passionate about community development and have the skills to operate water transportation safely, we invite you to become part of our dedicated team. Join us in making a positive impact that respects our culture and environment.

Pay: $27.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 – 32.0 per week

Benefits:

- Company events
- Paid time off

Application question(s):

- Would you be willing to relocate to Port Hardy , BC?

Work Location: On the road

📌 Water Taxi Operator - Relocate to Port Hardy, BC (British Columbia)
🏢 k'awat'si Economic Development General Partner
📍 British Columbia