Job description:
Marine Equipment Operator
MED A3 & SVOP ARE MANDATORY
Canada Pump & Power is seeking experienced Marine Equipment Operators with
skilled, hands‑on experience operating boats, barges, dredges, and other industrial
marine equipment.
This is not a recreational boating position.
We are specifically looking for candidates who have operated marine equipment as part of
their employment in an industrial, commercial, construction, dredging, marine, or similar
work environment.

Before You Apply
To be considered for this position, you MUST have:

Valid Marine Emergency Duties A3 (MED A3)

Valid Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP)

Professional experience operating marine equipment for work

Experience operating boats, barges, dredges, or comparable commercial/industrial marine equipment

Minimum 3 years of relevant marine equipment operating experience

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Ability to work long day and/or night shifts of up to 12 hours

Both MED A3 AND SVOP are mandatory requirements. Candidates who do not currently hold both certifications will not be considered.

Recreational boating experience, personal watercraft experience, or experience operating a personal boat does not meet the professional marine operating experience requirement for this position.

What You’ll Be Doing
As a Marine Equipment Operator with Canada Pump & Power, you will work as part of our
field operations team supporting industrial marine projects.

Responsibilities include:

Professionally operate boats, barges, dredges, and other marine equipment as required by the project

Safely maneuver and position marine equipment in active work environments

Follow CPP Safe Work Policies, Procedures, and Practices

Work within company, client, site, and regulatory requirements

Complete Field Level Risk Assessments (FLRAs)

Identify, report, and assist in correcting hazards, incidents, and near misses





Participate in Job Hazard Assessments/Analyses (JHAs)

Complete required equipment and operational documentation

Work effectively with CPP employees, clients, contractors, and subcontractors

Assist with other operational duties as required by the project or supervisor

Required Qualifications

Marine Emergency Duties A3 (MED A3) – REQUIRED

Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP) – REQUIRED

Minimum 3 years of professional/work-related experience operating marine equipment

Demonstrated experience with boats, barges, dredges, or similar marine equipment

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Minimum 18 years of age

Ability to successfully complete required pre-employment screening

Ability to obtain a Criminal Record Check

Ability to successfully complete CPP and site-specific orientations and training

Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This is a hands‑on field position. Candidates must be comfortable:

Working 14/14 rotation

Working around water and active industrial marine operations

Working in wet, noisy, and changing weather conditions

Working day and/or night shifts up to 12 hours

Navigating uneven surfaces, equipment, and obstacles

Lifting and moving loads up to approximately 20 kg

Working as part of a safety-sensitive industrial operation

What We Mean by “Marine Experience”
Relevant experience includes professional operation of equipment such as:

Commercial/industrial work boats Barges Dredges Crew boats Utility/work vessels Other comparable marine equipment used as part of paid employment

Recreational boating alone does not qualify.

Benefits:

Dental care

Application question(s):

Are you willing to take a drug test, in accordance with local law/regulations?

Do you have a valid driver’s license?

Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?

Licence/Certification:

MEDA3 (required)

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