Tug Master 150GT

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Responsibilities

• Ensures the vessel crew meets Ledcor Health Safety and Environmental Standards and follows safe operating procedures
• Operational control and knowledge of tugboat in all aspects of towing barges and ship assists
• Interacts closely with crew and management and manages the day-to-day operation of vessel and crew
• Communicates with shore-based team to promote efficiency and safety in the entire operation
• May perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• Knowledge of local tides and waters on the Fraser River
• 3 to 5 years sea service of combined barge and log towing on the Fraser River and the BC Coast
• Must have a minimum 150 GT Domestic Certificate of Competency
• Valid Transport Canada Marine Medical Certificate Marine Basic First Aid or Marine Advanced First Aid
• Marine Emergency Duties for Officers (MED C) or Marine Emergency Duties for Senior Officers (MED D)
• Valid Canadian passport
• Knowledge of relevant Port Authority operations procedures and regulations and demonstrated competence in Collision Regulations (Canada Shipping Act 2001) and familiarity with international shipping regulations
• Must have experience navigating and operating twin screw vessels on the Fraser River particularly North Arm and South (Main) Arm
• Familiarity with Fraser River bridges and bridge transit restrictions from Marpole to Mission
• Knowledge familiarity and demonstrated skill in maintaining vessel machinery and navigation electronics
• Must be familiar with towing tandem barges in tight quarters under couplers and tandem towing on deep sea gear
• Strong communication supervisory interpersonal and leadership skills
• Excellent tug/barge safety record and demonstrated boat handling skills
• Ability to meet Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol testing requirements

Work Conditions

• Scheduled shift rotation by seniority with a requirement to be available for work when not achieving target hours. Various shift schedules may be applied per the Collective Agreement and schedule rotations are subject to change based on Operational requirements.
• Working outdoors in various weather conditions
• Handling heavy lines and wire bridles and operating heavy machinery (deck and anchor winches) from time to time
• Employees will be hired under the Ledcor Resources & Transportation Collective Agreement which is represented by CLAC Local 66

Compensation

This is the applicable wage range for this position. Individuals will be assigned a base wage within this range based on trade certification and/or apprenticeship level industry experience and work location.

Remote site-based positions may be eligible for additional incentives including but not limited to travel and accommodation allowances.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental vision care disability and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Additional Information

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canadas Best Diversity Employers Canadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity equity and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals regardless of race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcors Inclusion and Diversity initiatives please visit our I&D page.