Part Time - Ferry Relief Mate - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is inviting applications for a Permanent Part-Time Position as a Ferry Relief Mate with the Ferry Division of Halifax Transit. We encourage applications for qualified African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons, and persons of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. HRM encourages applicants to self-identify.The Ferry Relief Mate is administratively responsible to the Supervisor, Ferry Operations. While working on a vessel, the Ferry Relief Mate is functionally responsible to the Ferry’s Captain for all duties of the position to which they are assigned, including measures to ensure the safety of the vessel and passengers. While employed on Deck Force, the Ferry Relief Mate is functionally responsible to the Supervisor, Ferry Operations for maintenance work related to Metro Transit ferries and ferry terminal pontoons.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAs Ferry Crew:Conducts duties and responsibilities for the position assigned (Mate, Engineering Watchkeeper, or Deckhand) in accordance with the Ferry Operations Manual and the published ferry scheduleMaintain cleanliness for areas assigned, shovel snow and spread urea when required to maintain safe conditions for passengers and crewAssist other Ferry Crew members as directed by the CaptainOperate hydraulic ramps or overhead doors as assigned to facilitate the safe embarkation and disembarkation of ferry passengersPerform emergency duties in accordance with the Muster List for each ferryPerform security duties in accordance with the Ferry Security Plan for each ferryReports any irregularities to the Captain and the Supervisor, Ferry OperationsOther duties as requiredWhen Working As Ferry Mate:When directed by a Ferry Captain, safely navigate, berth, depart and communicate in accordance with the Collision Regulations, Halifax Harbour Regulations and Marine Communications and Traffic Services Halifax directionWhen Working As Engineering Watchkeeper:Maintain machinery and machinery space cleanlinessComplete the Engine Room Log at the end of each watch with required informationConduct flash up and shut down of the ferry as appropriateAs Deck Force:Perform maintenance work in support of a ferry or a ferry terminal pontoon arrangement (chipping, grinding, painting, cleaning, minor repairs, storing)Other duties as required by the maintenance programQUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience:Completion of Grade 12 or equivalentExperience with marine electronic equipmentExperience and demonstrated expertise with Voith-Schneider propulsionExperience with general deck maintenanceMinimum (2) two years experience in a marine operationProficiency in reading and writing English to communicate effective with the public and crew.Technical/Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:Transport Canada Chief Mate, 500 Gross Tonnage, Domestic or higherCurrent Marine MedicalCurrent First AidRestricted Operator CertificateSecurity Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening checkPlease Note: Candidates will be required to provide proof of their valid certificates and licenses, per the educational technical qualifications, prior to being invited for an interviewPlease note: Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.HRM takes the health and safety of its job applicants and employees seriously. Where possible, recruitment testing and interviews will be done by way of phone, video conference, or other virtual means to assist with and encourage social distancing. For applicants with concerns about computer or internet access or to request another accommodation to the recruitment process, please contact your HR representative or jobs@halifax.ca.COMPETENCIES: Customer Service, Communication, Teamwork & Cooperation, Values and Ethics, Valuing DiversityWORK STATUS: Permanent, Part Time.HOURS OF WORK: Based on Operational Requirements; candidates will be scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours per week.SALARY: $68,674.00 (based on a 40 hour week) per annum as per ATU, Local 508 Collective AgreementWORK LOCATION: Halifax Transit Ferries: Alderney, Halifax and Woodside Ferry Terminals - Based on operational requirements the work location and schedule are subject to change.CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on November 16, 2021.This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview / testing will be contacted.During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodations, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.(Position #72282740)Quick Apply

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