Harbour Patrol Officer

**JOIN US IN ENABLING TRADE THROUGH CANADA’s LARGEST PORT**

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is an arm’s-length federal agency responsible for the shared stewardship of the lands and waters that make up the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest port. Our mandate, as outlined in the _Canada Marine Act _, is to enable Canada’s trade objectives on behalf of all Canadians, ensuring the safe movement of goods through the Port of Vancouver while protecting the environment and considering local communities.

As an organization with a significant impact on communities and businesses across Canada, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. We strive to create a workplace that mirrors the richness of our community, empowering all employees to achieve their full potential.

As a Harbour Patrol Officer, you will assist the Senior Harbour Patrol Officer in planning and implementation of the daily activities including harbour patrol, deep sea vessel escorts port promotion tours, pollution prevention and incident response.

**What you do**:

- Works with the Senior Harbour Patrol Officer in carrying out harbour patrol duties, including, deep sea vessel escorts when required investigation of marine related incidents.
- Supports the Senior Harbour Patrol Officer in liaising with port users and tenants to promote safety of operations and pollution prevention.
- Supports the Debris Management Program and responds to potential hazards to navigation in the harbour caused by floating debris.
- Inspects and reports on the condition of docks, aids to navigation, marinas, debris containment areas and other port infrastructure, as applicable.
- Conducts various maintenance related activities on boats and other port administered assets or facilities.
- Follows procedures and best practices established for safe operation of vessels including: seaworthiness, troubleshooting simple performance problems and record keeping.
Provide assistance in the Operations Center as required

**What you bring**:

- You will hold a valid Master, Limited Certificate (60 tons or higher).
- You will be a high school graduate and have a minimum of two years related marine experience including Harbour Patrol Officer experience, and a practical knowledge of seamanship.
- You will possess Port local knowledge and have exposure to port operations (an asset).
- You will be able to work under pressure, demonstrate good judgement, have the ability to make decisions, show initiative and take responsibility for situations when required.
- You will also exhibit the ability to work effectively in teams, demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills with internal and external customers.

**What we offer**:

- Market-competitive base salaries and variable incentive plan
- Generous and inclusive benefits offering including retirement benefits plan
- Learning, development, and advancement opportunities
- Onsite gym with towel service in a national landmark in the heart of Vancouver’s waterfront
- Friendly, unique, and respectful workplace

**Location**:Vancouver, Canada

**Job type**:Bargaining Unit, Casual, Permanent, In-person

**Working environment**:Shift work and exposure to a coastal tidal environment with periodic adverse weather conditions. Physical requirements include: occasional heavy lifting with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 40 pounds, climbing up and down wharf and vessel ladders, kneeling, crouching and prone positions, reaching and hard pulls, agility and use of muscles.

**Marine Transportation Security Clearance**:
This position is required to access restricted areas/information. The incumbent must obtain and maintain a valid Marine Transportation Security Clearance as defined by the Marine Transportation Security Regulations.
- We recognize and acknowledge that we are located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. To learn more about our indigenous relations and commitment to reconciliation, please visit our _website _._