Relief Deckhand - Prince Rupert

Body

Download PDF: Relief Deckhand - Prince Rupert

About Us
Pacific Pilotage Authority is a federal Crown corporation responsible for providing safe, reliable, and efficient marine pilotage in the coastal waters of British Columbia.


Job Summary
Responsible to the Director of Operations and the Launch Master for the performance of maintenance and seamanship duties on board a PPA launch. 


Salary
The wage for this position is $48.72 per hour. An initial training period at the beginning is compensated at $36.54 per hour.
 

Key Responsibilities

  • Support boat maintenance and perform daily pre-departure checks on equipment and systems.
  • Carry out scheduled maintenance routines and general seamanship duties, including mooring, fueling, line handling, and vessel cleaning.
  • Assist with pilot transfers, including embarkation/disembarkation and marine emergency response.
  • Operate and maintain life-saving equipment; participate in person overboard drills.
  • Perform light vessel handling and maneuvering when required
  • Maintain PPA docks, shore facilities, and associated property and equipment.
  • Other duties as assigned to support pilot transfer operations and vessel readiness.

 

Key Skills and Knowledge

  • Basic seamanship and boat operating skills.
  • Basic knowledge of Collision Regulations, the buoyage system, pilot-launch operations, marine emergency and first aid procedures.
  • Operating knowledge of mechanical systems on boats.
  • Ability to operate a marine VHF radio, navigation and safety equipment found on board our vessel.

 

Requirements

  • Transport Canada certificate of Medical Fitness
  • Marine Emergency Duties or equivalent
  • Marine First Aid


Work Schedule - Relief Coverage
It is essential that the successful candidate has a schedule flexible enough to work full-time during the training period to pick up relief shifts on an as needed basis following the end of the training period. The training period for a relief deckhand is seventy-two (72) hours; 6 shifts. 

  • Candidates must be a resident within the Prince Rupert area.
  • Candidates will be required to work shift work; a full shift is up to 12 hours. 
  • Candidates must be able to work any day of the week, statutory holidays and must be available on short notice.

 

Applications
Applications can be emailed to hr@ppa.gc.ca. Please note that resumes in a Word or PDF document are required for consideration, even when applying through Indeed.


We are committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment and encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. If you require accommodations throughout the recruitment and hiring process, please let us know. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
 

Background Image