Deckhand (Irregular, ON-call)

4 weeks ago

Kingston, Ontario, Canada Ontario Ministry of Transportation Full time
Do you have a love of the water? Do you enjoy working on boats? Are you interested in becoming a Deckhand on one of the province's ferries? Then come have a closer look at this opportunity to join our crew with Wolfe Island Ferry Services


Bring your expertise in seamanship and organizational skills to our team, in this unique experience you won't find anywhere else Our working environment boasts work-life balance.

All the adventure on the water but when working for the Wolfe Island Marine Service, in the beautiful city of Kingston, you will be home for dinner with your family.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.


We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.


Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.


We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code.

Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?Under the supervision of the Ferry Mate, you will:

  • assist in the operation and maintenance of a ferry vessel transporting vehicles and passengers
  • assist with the loading/unloading of vehicles
  • secure and cast-off the vessel
  • respond to public inquiries
  • ensure vessel and shore facilities are maintained
How do I qualify?Mandatory:

  • You have a valid class 'G' Driver's Licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario.
  • You will be required to obtain a medical certificate of fitness.
  • You are able to write and pass the Marine Emergency Duties Certificate to the level required by Transport Canada.
  • You are able to meet the requirements of the Physical Demands Analysis for this position.
  • You are able to work 12 hour shifts days/nights and weekends.
Technical knowledge and skills:

  • You have knowledge of seamanship principles and safe practices and procedures relevant to Marine Operations.
  • You have knowledge of routine emergency procedures relevant to Marine Operations.
  • You have knowledge about the use and maintenance of lifesaving and firefighting equipment aboard vessels.
  • You have the ability to conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of terminal facilities, docks and vessels.
Customer service and communication skills:

  • You have proven communication and interpersonal skills to exchanging information with passengers and crew.
  • You have the ability to provide quality customer service to the public through courteous communication.
Judgement and decision-making abilities:

  • You can identify and resolve potentially dangerous emergency or unsafe situation and/or conditions.
  • You have awareness of safe working practices and procedures.
  • You are able to stop vehicles in parking spaces such that passengers can exit safely.
  • You are able to plan and organize daily routine and non-routine activities in a timely manner.

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