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Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

Ferry Captain I

NL, Canada
Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, Canada

$77,733 to $86,517 CAD / year · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $77,733 to $86,517 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 12, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 12, 2026

Original job description

Transportation and Infrastructure - Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

The Captain is responsible for the safe and timely delivery of ferry services, the management of the crew, and the safe and compliant operation of the vessel, sometimes in adverse weather conditions. Reporting to the Director of Marine Services through the Marine Services Manager, the Captain is responsible to ensure the efficient and timely administration of technical and logistical reports and returns. Commanding an intra-provincial passenger/vehicle ferry as Captain of the vessel, the incumbent is responsible for direction of crew members engaged in duties of vessel operation and maintenance; conducting and enforcing good safety practices while ensuring the vessel adheres to prescribed schedules of operations; maintaining a log on the operations of the vessel; maintaining related records for crew members; notifying applicable ferry committees and media advisories of delays and cancellations; ensuring cook financial food processing and requisition sign off is completed, including the reconciliation of the P-card; ensuring the safety of passengers and crew; ensuring timely public updates are completed via mechanisms utilized by Marine Services including tapes, web site and 511; ensuring compliance with safety management system, department, provincial, federal legislation and ship policies; performing other related duties as required. Use of a computer in the function of duties will be required.

Screening Criteria

Experience in the operation and command of a vessel in coastal waters in a marine environment
Possession of a current Master 500 Gross Tonnage, Domestic Certificate or higher from Transport Canada or equivalent as determined by the Canada Shipping Act 2001 and applicable vessel Safe Manning Document.
Valid Marine Medical Certificate
ROC-Marine Commercial Certificate

Assessment Criteria

Knowledge of operation and command of a vessel in coastal waters in a marine environment
Knowledge of operating in adverse weather conditions
Knowledge of current navigational aids, practices and regulations
Computer skills
Leadership skills
Ability to make decisions
Ability to manage time and tasks
Commitment to safety

Conditions of Employment

Conditions of Offer

Recent and satisfactory Criminal Records Check from local police
Recent and satisfactory Vulnerable Sector

Conditions of Acceptance

Applicants are advised that positions will be of variable duration and terminate on or before March 31, 2027, subject to possibility of extension
These positions may be short term, casual call-in, or relief
Participation in any safety course training, as offered and required by the Department

Information for Applicants

Applicants must submit copies of current Master 500 Gross Tonnage, Domestic Certificate or higher from Transport Canada or equivalent as determined by the Canada Shipping Act 2001 and applicable vessel Safe Manning Document, valid Marine Medical 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

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, Manager of Marine Services, at ChristineNurse@gov.nl.ca or (709) 466-4027.

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Responsibilities

Command an intra-provincial passenger and vehicle ferry, directing the crew and ensuring safe, compliant, and timely vessel operations, including in adverse weather. Maintain operational and crew records, complete technical and logistical reporting and financial sign-offs, and communicate service delays, cancellations, and updates to the public.

Requirements

Applicants must have experience operating and commanding a vessel in coastal waters, a current Master 500 Gross Tonnage, Domestic Certificate or higher (or an accepted equivalent), a valid Marine Medical Certificate, and a ROC-Marine Commercial Certificate. The role also requires knowledge of navigation, adverse weather operations, and maritime regulations, along with leadership, decision-making, time-management, computer, and safety skills.

Skills

Vessel Command
Coastal Navigation
Adverse Weather Operations
Navigational Aids
Maritime Regulations
Crew Leadership
Decision-Making
Time Management
Safety Management
Computer Skills
Vessel Operations
Recordkeeping
Public Communications
Financial Reconciliation

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Hiring contact

Christine Nurse

Hiring contact email

ChristineNurse@gov.nl.ca

Keywords

Ferry Operations
Vessel Command
Passenger And Vehicle Ferry
Coastal Waters
Crew Management
Vessel Maintenance
Adverse Weather
Navigational Aids
Navigation Practices
Maritime Regulations
Transport Canada
Canada Shipping Act 2001
Safe Manning Document
Marine Medical Certificate
ROC-Marine Commercial Certificate
Safety Management System
Marine Safety
Operational Logs
Technical And Logistical Reports
Crew Records
Public Advisories
511 Updates
P-Card Reconciliation
Computer Skills

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