Mate Second Class (Relief)

Position Details

Transportation and Infrastructure - Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

Directs, guides and positions vehicles of various sizes on and off vessel; Secures vehicles to ensure they remain in position during adverse weather conditions, as required; Interacts with customers and ensures the safe and secure embarking and disembarking of passengers aboard the vessel in adherence with  ferry regulations; Assists Mate (First Class) in manning the wheel and guiding the vessel during straight course sailing; Operates a variety of electronic and navigational equipment and communication devices; Oversees the P-card purchasing of the cooks, acts as second signature and verifier of the food order. Ensures that legal passenger and vehicle limits are adhered to in accordance with federal and provincial regulations; Performs watch keeping duties, as required, to ensure the safety and security of vessel while in port or at sea; Oversees deckhands and other crew members in the removal of snow, ice and other obstructions from passenger areas and gangways; Supervises / monitors the safe loading and unloading of the vessel; Performs general maintenance and cleaning duties as required to ensure the vessel is maintained in a safe and clean manner. Use of a computer will be required.

Screening Criteria

1. Mate experience in a marine environment
2. Certification as a Watch Keeping Mate Near Coastal to SCTW 95 as issued by Transport Canada or equivalent as determined by the Canada Shipping Act 2001 and applicable vessel Safe Manning Document
3. Valid Marine Medical Certificate
4. Marine Basic First Aid Certificate
5. ROC-Marine Commercial Certificate

Assessment Criteria

1. Knowledge of duties of Mate in a marine environment
2. Knowledge of current navigational aids, practices and regulations
3. Computer skills
4. Ability to solve problems independently
5. Ability to manage time and tasks
6. Client-Service Oriented
7. Ability to work in a team
8. Commitment to safety

Conditions of Employment

Information for Applicants

Applicants must submit copies of valid certification as a Watch Keeping Mate Near Coastal to SCTW 95 as issued by Transport Canada or equivalent as determined by the Canada Shipping Act 2001 and applicable vessel Safe Manning Document, valid Marine Medical, valid Marine Basic First Aid certificate, and ROC-Marine Commercial certificate with their application. 

Failure to do so shall result in an application being screened out.

Applicants can submit the required documents and credentials by either:

Scanning them into ONE PDF and uploading it to the online job portal

OR 

If unable to combine the required, multiple documents, once resume has been uploaded to the competition online, email the individual documents to jodibutton@gov.nl.ca , indicating the competition number in the subject line, for retention in the file. 

For more information about this opportunity please contact Christine Nurse at (709) 466-4027 or christinenurse@gov.nl.ca 

• The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador values inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility, and a workplace culture that benefits from varying ideas and lived experiences.
• Accommodations and alternate assessment formats are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment process by contacting recruitment@gov.nl.ca, 709-729-0130 or toll free at 1-888-729-7690. Video Relay Service (VRS) calls are welcomed.
• We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process with a focus on removing barriers. For common potential accommodations and adjustments during the recruitment process, click here. Accommodation information will be kept confidential.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applications must be received by the closing date stated in the job posting.
• It is the responsibility of applicants to submit a resume that clearly demonstrates the required screening criteria outlined in the job description.
• Applications must contain current contact information, including phone number, mailing and, e-mail addresses.
• Application information must be factual, complete and current, to date of submission.
• This competition may be used to fill future similar vacancies with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.