Ministry of Transportation FERRY MATE (2) Temporary in Picton, ON

Overview

Ministry of Transportation

Branch Picton ON CA

Position:
FERRY MATE (2)
Location:
Picton, ON

Valid Class “G” Licence. Valid Marine Medical and valid Proficiency Endorsement. Marine Emergency Duties Certificate to the level required by Transport Canada….

The Ministry of Transportation’s Glenora Ferry Service requires two individuals to serve as Ferry Mates for the current season.

What can I expect to do in this role? Under the supervision of the Ferry Captain, you will:
• assist in the operation and maintenance of a Ferry Vessel transporting vehicles and passengers by deciding upon appropriate parking spaces for vehicles
• supervise the loading and unloading of vehicles and the securing and casting-off of vessel
• ensure vessel and shore facilities are maintained in a safe, clean and efficient condition
• assist Captain in wheelhouse during poor visibility and emergency situations, as required
• check condition and accessibility of fire-fighting and life-saving equipment
• maintain passenger discipline
• respond to public enquiries and/or complaints
• investigate accidents/incidents and report to supervisor
• provide direction and guidance to deckhands
• assume duties of Captain or Deckhand on assigned shift, as required (as certified)

How do I qualify? Mandatory: You have:
• Transport Canada Certificate of Competency as Mate Limited (for the specified vessel)
• Marine Emergency Duties Certificate to the level required by Transport Canada
• Valid Marine Medical and valid Proficiency Endorsement
• Radiotelephone Operators (Restricted) Certificate
• Valid Class “G” Licence

Technical Knowledge and Experience: • You have the ability to load and unload vehicles and passengers
• You have demonstrated ability to interpret policies and procedures relative to marine operations to ensure the operation of the vessel in a safe and lawful manner

Essential Skills: • You have decision-making skills to ensure the proper trim and stability of the ship appropriate to prevailing weather conditions and in investigating accidents involving vehicles
• You have verbal, written and visual communication skills when supervising the direction of vehicles and to effectively communicate with co-workers
• You have organization skills to carry out daily routines as well as complete non-routine activities
• You demonstrate commitment to the delivery of quality customer service to deal courteously with complaints and concerns of passengers

Customer Service Skills: • You have demonstrated experience in the delivery of quality customer service to deal courteously with complaints and concerns of passengers
• You have the ability to exercise tact and diplomacy when responding to unlawful situations
• You must be courteous with the public and when responding to public inquiries

Additional Information: Address:

• 2 Temporary, duration up to 5 months, 35 Hatchery Ln, RR 4, Picton, East Region

Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Understanding the job ad – definitions
Schedule:
4.7

Category:
Maintenance and Trades

Posted on:
Wednesday, May 18, 2016