Bosun

**Bosun**

**Primary Location: Alongside to Squamish, BC Canada**

**Employee Status: Contract**

**The Company**

Bridgemans Services Group (BSG) is a global provider of workforce floatels and marine services. BSG customizes services to the exact needs and locations of clients, ensuring solutions meet precise specifications, including logistics, crew transfers, housekeeping, catering, and the fulfillment of all HSE requirements.

**The Opportunity**

**Bosun’s **main responsibilities include controlling the operations on the deck.

**Key Responsibilities**

Responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Setting up the daily work schedule under the direction of the Chief Officer and allocating the necessary tasks to the proper deck crew members
- Organizing deck operations and supplies
- Maintaining the deck of the ship; tasks involve chipping, painting, buffing etc. and overall maintenance of the deck.
- The ship's windlass must be maintained to function at its best during stations
- Carry out any necessary repairs onboard
- Ensuring that mooring, anchoring, or vessel activities are carried out effectively
- Being the connection between the officers and the crew regarding shipboard work
- Inform the Chief Officer of the progress of the deck work being carried out

**Qualifications**
- High school diploma or GED certificate.
- Should have valid STCW Courses.
- Advanced First Aid an asset.
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience as Bosun.
- Prior experience on RO-RO/ Passenger/ Cruise ship is an asset
- Ability to clear a drug and alcohol test prior to hiring and potential random tests throughout employment with prior notice.
- Excellent comprehension and command of the English language (written & verbal).

**Working Conditions**
- Repetitive, physical activity involved (walking, kneeling, reaching, lifting)
- Lifting light to medium weight (up to 20 to 50lbs)
- Exposure to environmental elements including extreme weather conditions.

At Bridgemans Services Group we believe that each employee contributes directly to our growth and success. We are committed to workplace excellence, safe work environments and the communities where we work and live. Bridgemans Services Group hires on the basis of merit and is committed to Employment equity and development.

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract

Work Location: In person