POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Officer In Charge, the incumbent performs a variety of duties and functions that help ensure Port waterways are maintained in an orderly, safe and clean manner. Typical duties include piloting of the Harbour Master launches, coordinating and managing the enforcement of proper pollution control procedures, collection and stowing of debris, investigating oil spills, patrolling harbour and surrounding waters, maintaining vessels, ensuring safe navigation of marine traffic, emergency preparedness and response, participation with marine events. Other related duties may be assigned as required by the Officer in Charge

SKILLS

1. Ability to work in a marine environment, climb vertical ladders and operate patrol vessels
2. Ability to develop daily work schedules and monitor completion of tasks in a safe and efficient manner
3. Ability to interpret regulations and acts as pertinent to marine operations
4. Ability to obtain Transport Canada Enforcement Officer Status
5. Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
6. Ability to work an on-call, time on/time off schedule
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
8. Thorough understanding of Canada Marine Act, Port Authority Operating Regulations, and small commercial vessel regulations as they pertain to vessel operations and maintenance.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be experienced problem-solvers with demonstrated ability to operate within Transport Canada guidelines. Excellent communication skills, and general public service attitude are essential. Applicants who are reliable, with high attention to safety standards will enjoy this position. Persons with previous experience with twin screw inboard drives preferred.

NOTE

The Port is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for staff. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the Port community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY

As a Coxswain, you are responsible for the safety of the vessel, your crew and any other person on board the vessel. You must know how to safely navigate a vessel through confined and congested waters in all states of weather and visibility. You must understand safe navigation procedures and the functions of the ship’s navigation equipment. You also directly supervise and coordinate the activities of the crew working on the vessel. The Coxswain is responsible for compliance of boat crew to all pertinent Acts, regulations and internal directives, and other related duties that may be assigned as required by the Officer in Charge.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Our crews have heavy public contact; therefore, we are looking for individuals who take pride in their appearance and have superb guest service & communication skills. A flexible schedule is a must. Schedule includes evenings, weekends and holidays.
· Operate Transport Canada certified vessels in a manner that ensures the safety and security of the crew, enjoyment of the passengers, and respect for the environment.
· Routinely inspects all areas of the vessel for unsafe conditions, completes incident reports, and ensure the safe operation of the vessel at all times and the proper use of equipment during any possible onboard emergency.
· Thorough conformance with federal acts and/or company standards, rules, regulations, and safety guidelines is essential to successful performance in this position.
· Perform launch services, including Pilotage and Surveyor transfers to deep sea vessels at anchor, and BC Ambulance Services, Nanaimo Fire Rescue and RCMP transportation to Protection, Mudge and Gabriola Islands.