Casual PortHarbour Deckhand

Atlantic Towing is seeking Casual Deckhands for the Harbour Coastal Division in Dartmouth NS and Saint John NB.

• Make safety and protection of the environment the top priority at all times by adhering to the companys protective clothing policies and safe working practices and procedures under the direction and supervision of the Deck Officers;
• Perform Watchkeeping duties as requested by the Officer of the Watch;
• Perform fire and security rounds and maintain gangway watch while in port as instructed by the Officer of the Watch;
• Perform general maintenance and hygiene duties as directed by the Chief Officer including painting cleaning planned maintenance work and tank inspections.
• Perform deckhand duties at port and offshore installations including: Mooring unmooring and line handling; Handling shipassist lines; Loading stores; Cargo loading discharging and back loading including cargo hose handling; Cargo lashing; Anchorhandling and towing operations;
• Contribute to ATLs Safety culture by:
• Understand and comply with various safety processes within the Safety Management System;
• Possess the skills to perform job related tasks and apply safe practices while performing physical tasks;
• Have a thorough understanding of precautions and procedures related to the Safety Management System;
• Have thorough understanding of pollution regulations and the companys objectives regarding environmental protection.

• Bridge Watchman Certificate of Competency
• Transport Canada Marine Medical
• Marine First Aid and CPR
• STCW Basic Safety
• 3 years experience as a Deck rating in a relevant field or equivalent training in the position or one level below