Dpa/cso

**ABOUT US**

Northumberland Ferries Limited and its sister companies, Bay Ferries Limited and Bay Ferries Management Limited, operate and maintain ferries, ensuring they meet the highest standards of safety and environmental protection. Our group of companies is recognized throughout North America, and internationally, as an efficient, competent, and innovative ferry service provider. This work is accomplished by a small, capable, multi-functional management team, assisted by more than 300 direct employees, and the strategic use of specialized sub-contractors.

**POSITION PURPOSE**

The DPA/CSO is the company’s leader in the implementation and maintenance of the Company’s Safety Management System ("SMS") and Security Plans.

**PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Safety
- Business and Operational Plans
- Execution (Ensuring the System Works)
- Measurement and Monitoring
- Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)

**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS**
- Strong knowledge of statutory and regulatory rules and requirements.
- Demonstrated commitment to safe working practices under ISM code.
- Experience in formulating policy and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures;
- Professional level written, verbal, and people skills to appropriately communicate and interact with government officials and work effectively with diverse constituencies and communities. Proven ability to develop and deliver presentations.
- Degree in Business Administration, Engineering Degree, Master Mariner, Chief Engineer, or ten years' experience in a leadership role for a large division or company.

**WORKING CONDITIONS**

Normal office environment but also requires visits to vessels, docks facilities, and terminals.

Willing to work a flexible schedule, including some weekend and evening work, and overnight travel.

**APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS**

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees are currently require to be double vaccinated.

Application question(s):

- Have You Ever Been Convicted of a Criminal Offence for Which a Pardon Has Not Been Granted?