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 Bridgewatch Deckhand 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.

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.

Deckhand's duties have several components; including, but not limited to emergency responsibilities, completion of documentation, fire/security patrol, deck patrol, and lookout.

Key Areas of Responsibility

- Daily checklists for fall Protection, Forklifts, Man Lifts, Confined Spaces, manual sign-offs of tools, Occupational Safety & Health manual, International Safety Management reviews and Emergency Procedures
- Daily and routine work which includes painting, cleaning, and securing
- Housekeeping as it relates to the vessel's exterior decks and vehicle decks
- Rectification of Inspection items as directed by the Bosun and/or the Occupational Safety & Health Committee




- Hourly fire and security patrol rounds of the entire vessel above the vehicle decks as per vessel plan
- Continually patrolling the vehicle decks and direct any unauthorized passengers to the passenger areas
- Inspecting lashings and tightening where required at sea and reporting it to the Officer on watch when in port
- Reporting any cargo shifting, fuel leaks, vehicle damages, fire hazards, lighting issues, and slip trip and fall hazards
- Working diligently to promote a safe working environment.
- Assisting in the accomplishment of vessel functions by performing other related duties as required

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

Education Certification and Experience

- Bridge Watch Rating Certificate STCW 95 or Able Seafarer Certificate STCW 95
- Valid STCW 6.1 and STCW 6.2 Certificates
- Transport Canada mandated Marine Medical Examination
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Deckhand, AB or Bosun on large commercial vessels or ferries

Additional Qualifications

- Ability to work in confined spaces

Asset Qualifications

- Passenger Safety Management

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.

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