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Deckhand
Fortis Mining Engineering & Manufacturing
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
Working with the shaft crew to hoist gear and equipment to send underground.
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Deckhand
Northern Strands Group of Companies
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
Working with the shaft crew to hoist gear and equipment to send underground.
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Deckhand
BC Ferries
Saltspring Island, BC
- Full-time
Applicants must hold a valid Seafarers’ Medical Certificate
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Deckhand
Cactus Ship Repair
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
…assisting with docking, undocking, line handling, and general deck maintenance. Responsibilities include rigging and securing equipment, cleaning and maintaining decks and work areas, and…
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Deckhand
BC Ferries
Nanaimo, BC
- Full-time
Applicants must hold a valid Seafarers’ Medical Certificate
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Deckhand / Bridge Watch
BC Ferries
Crofton, BC
- Full-time
Applicants must hold a valid Seafarer's Medical Certificate
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Deckhand
Ledcor
Richmond, BC
- Full-time
Under the direction and supervision of the tug Master, carries out general deck duties to support the tug and barge operations, including securing barges safely, tandem towing operations,…
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Deckhand/Cook - Large Vessel
Cooke Aquaculture Inc.
NB
As Cook/Deckhand, you will be responsible for cooking and maintaining the galley for a crew of 5-7 crew members.
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FM
Deckhand
Fortis Mining Engineering & Manufacturing
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
Working with the shaft crew to hoist gear and equipment to send underground.
Added 25 days ago
NS
Deckhand
Northern Strands Group of Companies
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
Working with the shaft crew to hoist gear and equipment to send underground.
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Able-bodied seaman/woman
Puglisevich Crews and Services Limitied
St. John's, NL
- $76,055.2 to $115,923.77 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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Seaman/woman
Croisières AML inc.
Québec, QC
- From $21.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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CA
Seaman/woman
Croisières AML inc.
Tadoussac, QC
- From $21.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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BC
Able-bodied seaman/woman
Bridgemans Crew Management LTD
Squamish, BC
- From $38.4 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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Deckhand/ BridgeWatch
BC Ferries
Alert Bay, BC
- Other
Applicants must hold a valid Seafarers’ Medical Certificate
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Deckhand
BC Ferries
Delta, BC
- Other
Applicants must hold a valid Seafarers’ Medical Certificate
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Deckhand - Boblo
Amico
Amherstburg, ON
- Full-time
Conduct safety inspections of passengers and crew areas.
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Deckhand/Bridge Watch
Cooke Aquaculture Inc.
Saint George Parish, New Brunswick
Bridge Watch Rating Certificate of Competency (Transport Canada) to SCTW 95

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BC Ferries

Deckhand

Nanaimo, BC, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 4, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

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Job Description

DECKHAND

Nanaimo

The Opportunity

We are seeking a customer-minded individual who plays a critical role in vessel operations and safety.

The Role

Reporting To The Chief Officer/Mate, Deckhands Are Responsible For

Directing vehicle and foot passenger traffic on the vessel, and to and from shore to the vessel;
Communicating in person and/or by radio with ship officers and ticketing staff;
Checking propane tanks are shut off and properly tagged;
Securing vehicle decks and passenger gates prior to departure;
Carrying out general ship husbandry, cleaning, and maintenance duties of the vessel interior and exterior, including garbage pickup, cleaning mess rooms, stairwells and interior windows, moving heavy stores, chipping and scraping surfaces, and painting;
Patrolling the vessel for unusual situations, potential safety hazards, and passenger compliance with regulations; standing fog, bridge, or anchor watch; steering the vessel under the direction of a Deck Officer when serving as Quartermaster; and maintaining a constant lookout for marine traffic and navigational hazards;
Performing additional duties as assigned, including standing by anchors during docking, participating in fire and boat drills, performing emergency duties, conducting self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and firefighting checkoffs, vehicle counts, assisting with annual refits and life raft exchanges, spreading salt, splicing rope, taking inventory, and changing navigation lights.

What You Bring To The Team

This position requires Marine Emergency Duties Training – STCW Basic Safety (MED A1 and MED B2) and Proficiency in Survival Craft (MED B1). You must be able to react safely and effectively during emergencies and direct and control vehicles and passengers. You possess a working knowledge of safe work practices and seamanship and have the ability to climb ladders, handle ship lines, and move heavy objects.

Preference may be given to applicants who hold a Bridge Watch Rating or higher certificate. Applicants must hold a valid Seafarers’ Medical Certificate.

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next great career move, please submit your cover letter and resume by November 17, 2026. Please ensure you upload any relevant certificates you currently hold during the application process.

"We sail to serve and connect the people and the coast of BC.”.

At BC Ferries, our people are at the heart of delivering safe and reliable service along 1,600 km of coastline. Every day, we connect communities and move tens of thousands of passengers and vehicles across our 25 routes through the dedication, expertise and hard work of our teams. Guided by a shared commitment to safety, service, inclusion and local commitment, we offer meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a positive impact. Whether you work onboard our vessels, in our terminals or behind the scenes, you'll play an important role in connecting people, supporting communities, and keeping coastal BC moving. We support employment equity and diversity in the workplace and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Us

About Us: 

For 65 years, we have been dedicated to providing safe and efficient travel to our customers.

Our role as a ferry transportation provider goes beyond getting passengers from point A to B. With 25 routes throughout the west coast of BC, we serve as advocates for the coastal environment and communities where we operate.

Operations began in 1960 with just two ferries providing service on a single route. Today we have 37 ferries moving more than 22.7 million passengers and 9.7 million vehicles every year.

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Responsibilities

Direct passenger and vehicle traffic, communicate with vessel officers and ticketing staff, secure vessel areas, and perform cleaning, maintenance, watchkeeping, and lookout duties. Support docking, drills, emergency response, vessel refits, and other operational tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Applicants must hold Marine Emergency Duties STCW Basic Safety training (MED A1 and MED B2), Proficiency in Survival Craft (MED B1), and a valid Seafarers’ Medical Certificate. They must be able to respond effectively to emergencies, control passengers and vehicles, apply safe work practices and seamanship, climb ladders, handle ship lines, and move heavy objects; a Bridge Watch Rating or higher certificate is preferred.

Skills

Passenger and Vehicle Traffic Control
Radio Communication
Vessel Safety
Seamanship
Safe Work Practices
Vessel Cleaning and Maintenance
Hazard Identification
Watchkeeping
Lookout Duties
Vessel Steering
Emergency Response
Firefighting
Survival Craft Proficiency
Rope Splicing
Heavy Lifting

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Keywords

Deckhand
Marine Emergency Duties
STCW Basic Safety
MED A1
MED B2
Proficiency in Survival Craft
MED B1
Bridge Watch Rating
Seafarers’ Medical Certificate
Vessel Operations
Passenger Traffic Control
Vehicle Traffic Control
Seamanship
Safe Work Practices
Radio Communication
Vessel Maintenance
Watchkeeping
Quartermaster
Navigational Hazards
Fire Drills
Boat Drills
SCBA
Firefighting
Life Raft Exchanges
Rope Splicing
Navigation Lights
Docking

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