Job Summary:

As the Assistant Port Captain, you will assist the Senior Port Captain in ensuring the efficient operation of company vessels and customer facilities to verify that all operational requirements are met in accordance with Ledcor’s operating procedures. This role will provide active communication between seagoing and shoreside employees to ensure the Marine organization is operating in line with our safe work procedures and associated safety management system.

In consultation with the Sr. Port Captain, mariners, maintenance, HSE and the operations team, you will inspect vessels, review training needs, conduct training sessions, identify procedural gaps and implement corrective measures to uphold safety and operational standards.

Joining our Marine team means:

- Stability in knowing you have long term employment and growth opportunities
- A competitive wage so you can live comfortably
- Health & Dental Benefits and RRSP matching, so you can plan for your future

Click the link below to see what it’s like to work with Ledcor Marine:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gv83V_Jc4p4

Interested? Apply today to join our Marine team based in Richmond, BC!

Essential Responsibilities

Operational Monitoring (25%)

• Actively inspects and monitors operational condition of company vessels and customer depots/facilities utilized by company fleet.
• Performs problem solving and troubleshooting to address operational concerns. Conducts bi-annual tug and barge inspections to record the condition as a baseline for future inspections.
• Assist the Port Captain in overseeing vessel operations, including docking, loading, and unloading.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with maritime safety and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate with port authorities and other stakeholders for smooth operations.
• Guide crew activities, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate logistics for vessel movements, including scheduling and routing.
• Perform inventory and supply chain for vessels, ensuring timely procurement and delivery of supplies.
• Assist in the preparation and execution of voyage plans.
• Assist in planning and scheduling maintenance and repair activities for vessels.
• Ensure timely inspection and certification of vessels and equipment.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams and external vendors for repairs and maintenance work.

Safety & Compliance (25%)

• Promotes, monitors, and audits the implementation and training of company DSM and standard operating procedures by actively visiting crew during voyages and at customer facilities to ensure compliance and readiness for external inspections and audits.
• Ensures vessels and crew are prepared for external inspections and audits

Liaison and Risk Management (20%)

• Serve as a  liaison between  crew and shoreside staff, and responsible for updating the Marine Operations Manual. Based on observations and feedback from mariners. A
• Advise the Sr. Port Captain on training needs and operational concerns and come up with recommendations and suggestions.
• Conduct and update risk assessments as required, and initiate Management of Change Process as needed.
• Assist with conducting incident investigations and manage corrective action follow up and closure related to vessel incidents and/or safety concerns.

Training & Certificate Management (20%)

• Oversight and management of vessel and crew certifications
• Maintains training administration for all mariners and is responsible for the onboarding and training of new deckhands
• Assists with managing the overall crew training program and mariner performance assessments

Operational Support (10%)

• Act a resource for the operations team, assisting with dispatch, administration, and crewing duties as required
• Organizes annual crew meetings to ensure ongoing communication and training
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports related to vessel operations
• Support the Port Captain in administrative tasks and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 150GRT Certificate Of Competency
• Min of 4 years of Marine background with knowledge of relevant Transport Canada regulations
• 5+ Years of Knowledge of BC coastal waters including Fraser river
• 5+ Years of working independently, setting and accountable for deadlines
• 5+ years of work in an operational customer orientated environment
• Strong computer skills across a variety of planning and user software including MS Office and Excel
• Strong relationship development skills & ability to work effectively in a team atmosphere
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to constant change
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proven problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills

Additional Information:

Company Description

Ledcor Resources & Transportation offers specialized aviation and marine transportation services. We have a long history of moving people and goods across the Pacific Northwest, Western Canada and Canada's northern territories.

Learn more about our Marine Group at http://www.ledcor.com/what-we-do/transportation/marine.

But when you work for Ledcor, your experience will go far beyond the project. Do you want a career that means more? Join our True Blue team now!
 

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. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page. 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.