Workboat - SVOP

Workboat – SVOP
Primary Location: Kitimat, British Columbia
Employee Status: Full Time / Part Time / Casual / Contract

Position Outline:

The SVOP Captain is to be an ambassador for Bridgemans and our safety management system in their personal conduct and the conduct of the crew.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Operations Manager responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Safe and efficient operation of the vessel and the safety, health and welfare of all crew and passengers on board
• Cargo operation
• Navigation
• Crew Management
• Compliance with Transport Canada policies, local laws and project regulations
• Maintaining ship’s certificates and documentation
• Compliance with local project rules as issued by the client
• Vessel inventory
• Accident / incident / injury / illness reporting
• Sending vessel daily reports and monthly reports
• Ensuring all machinery is operable
• Reporting defects
• Oversight and assistance with day to day general maintenance

Physical Aspects of Position (includes but are not limited to):

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Climbing in and out of vessels, walking on floating pontoons and standing on a vessel in a seaway
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
• Safety oriented and willing and able to work in a multi-cultural environment

Required Certification

• Transport Canada - Candidate Data Number (CDN)
• Small Vessel Operators Proficiency (SVOP)
• Marine emergency Duties Domestic Vessel Safety (MED A2 / DVS)
• Radio Operators Certificate – Marine Commercial (ROC-MC)
• Marine Basic or Advanced First Aid (MBFA) / (MAFA)
• Valid Seafarers Medical certificate (MMC)
• Ability to clear a drug and alcohol test prior to hiring with addition to randomly without prior notice

Desired Certification

• Small Vessel Machinery Operators (unrestricted/Restricted) (SVMO-U / SVMO-R)
• Proficiency in Survival Craft other than fast rescue craft (unrestricted/Restricted) (PSC/PSC-R)
• Occupational First Aid - level 3 (OFA3)

ABOUT BRIDGEMANS SERVICES GROUP LP

Bridgemans Services Group LP (BSG) is a global provider of flexible, full-service flotel and marine transport solutions. BSG customizes services to the exact needs and locations of clients, ensuring that solutions meet precise specifications, including logistics, crew transfers, housekeeping, catering and the fulfillment of all HSE requirements. The company also specializes in refitting and refurbishing vessels to fulfill requirements in a range of sectors from major construction projects to natural resources and energy production.

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.