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Halifax Regional Municipality

Ferry Relief Mate Eligibility List

NS, Canada

SALARY: $77,293, level 1, as per the ATU Local 508 Collective Agreement.

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Pay: SALARY: $77,293, level 1, as per the ATU Local 508 Collective Agreement.
Posting language: English

Original job description

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the permanent full time Ferry Relief Mate Eligibility List position with Ferry Services - Halifax Transit.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality's core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

The Ferry Relief Mate is administratively responsible to the Supervisors, Ferry Operations. While working on a vessel, the Ferry Relief Mate is functionally responsible to the Ferry’s Captain for all duties of the position to which they are assigned, including measures to ensure the safety of the vessel and passengers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
A Ferry Relief Mate shall:
As Ferry Crew

Conducts duties and responsibilities for the position assigned (Mate, Engineering Watchkeeper, or Deckhand) in accordance with the Ferry Operations Manual and the published ferry schedule
Maintain cleanliness for areas assigned, shovel snow and spread urea when required to maintain safe conditions for passengers and crew
Assist other Ferry Crew members as directed by the Master
Operate hydraulic ramps or overhead doors as assigned to facilitate the safe embarkation and disembarkation of ferry passengers
Perform emergency duties in accordance with the Muster List for each ferry
Perform security duties in accordance with the Ferry Security Plan for each ferry
Reports any irregularities to the Captain and the Supervisors, Ferry Operations
Other duties as required

As Ferry Mate:

When directed by a Ferry Master, safely navigate, berth, depart and communicate in accordance with the Collision Regulations, Halifax Harbour Regulations and Marine Communications and Traffic Services Halifax direction

As Engineering Watchkeeper:

Conduct flash up and shut down of the ferry as appropriate
Maintain machinery and machinery space cleanliness
Complete the Engine Room Log at the end of each watch with required information

As Deck Force:

Perform maintenance work in support of a ferry or a ferry terminal pontoon arrangement (chipping, grinding, painting, cleaning, minor repairs, storing)
Other duties as required by the maintenance program.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
Experience with marine electronic equipment.
Experience and demonstrated expertise with Voith-Schneider propulsion.
Experience with general deck maintenance.
Minimum (2) two years’ experience in a marine operation.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

Transport Canada Chief Mate, 500 Gross Tonnage, Domestic.
Current Marine Medical.
Current First Aid.
Restricted Operator Certificate.

Please note: All certificates must be recognized and issued by Transport Canada

Security Clearance Requirements: Criminal Record Check

Please Note - Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer's discretion.

Please Note - Candidates will be required to provide proof of their valid certificates and licenses, per the educational technical qualifications, prior to being invited for an interview.

Please Note - An Eligibility List will be established from this competition. Vacancies that are not filled internally will be filled from this Eligibility List. The list will be effective for 6 months and could be extended, as required.

COMPETENCIES: Communication, Customer Service, Teamwork and Cooperation, Valuing Diversity.

WORK STATUS: Permanent Full-time.

HOURS OF WORK: Hours of work are full time as required by the shift schedule.

SALARY: $77,293, level 1, as per the ATU Local 508 Collective Agreement.

WORK LOCATION: Halifax Transit Ferries: Alderney, Halifax and Woodside Ferry Terminals - Based on operational requirements the work location and schedule are subject to change.

CLOSING DATE: This posting will be used to create an Eligibility List. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 pm on Friday January 29, 2027.

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link; Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax

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Responsibilities

The Ferry Relief Mate will work as crew on ferries, taking on mate, engineering watchkeeper or deckhand duties as assigned. The role includes safe passenger boarding and exit, emergency and security duties, cleaning and snow clearing, and maintenance work.

Requirements

Candidates need Grade 12 or equivalent, at least two years in marine operations, and experience with marine electronics, Voith-Schneider propulsion and deck maintenance. Transport Canada certificates are required, including Chief Mate 500 GT Domestic, Marine Medical, First Aid and Restricted Operator Certificate.

Skills

Marine navigation
Vessel berthing and departure
Marine communications
Voith-Schneider propulsion
Marine electronics
Deck maintenance
Engine room watchkeeping
Hydraulic ramp operation
Emergency muster procedures
Ferry security procedures
Collision Regulations
Halifax Harbour Regulations
Snow and ice clearance
Maintenance repair
Teamwork
Communication
Customer service

Keywords

ferry
relief mate
marine
deckhand
watchkeeper
Transport Canada
Chief Mate
Voith-Schneider
marine electronics
ferry operations
Halifax Transit
vessel
navigation
engine room
marine medical
first aid
criminal record check
eligibility list
permanent full-time
shift work

Seniority

Mid level

Licences and certifications

Transport Canada Chief Mate 500 GT Domestic
Marine Medical
First Aid
Restricted Operator Certificate

Tools

marine electronic equipment
hydraulic ramps
overhead doors
Voith-Schneider propulsion

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