Captain in Charge (Digby County)

                                                                                                           

 

Competition # : 48743 

Department: Public Works

Location: EAST FERRY

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG 

Closing Date: 26-May-26  (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

 

The Marine Services division of the Department of Public Works maintains and operates the provincial ferries including: Englishtown, Little Narrows, Country Harbor, LaHave River, Tancook Island, and Digby Neck. Our Marine staff help to further connect and expand Nova Scotia’s transportation network; all the while ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our Ferries. Our provincial ferries operate 24 hours a day, 365 days per year.

 

If you’re looking for an exciting and challenging career, with a daily view of our beautiful Atlantic waters, then we have your perfect opportunity.

About Our Opportunity

 

This position is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the ferry and staff, which serves as an extension of the provincial highway system for the purpose of transporting passengers, motor vehicles and/or freight.

Primary Accountabilities

 

As the Captain In Charge, you are in complete charge of the Ferry Service and are responsible for its' safe and efficient operation and navigation. You lead the marine crew in all phases of their work and ensure the ferry’s trip schedule is maintained.

 

You are responsible for:

 

• Ensuring the ferry is properly maintained to operate safely by scheduling preventative maintenance, conducting regular inspections, maintaining logs and coordinating repairs through the mobile service mechanic and fleet service coordinator.
• Developing and promoting a positive image from the staff by providing an efficient and professional ferry service to the traveling public and ensuring the ferries are routinely inspected for any problems or safety issues and by ensuring professional staff conduct and appearance.
• Maintaining the effectiveness of the ferry service by hiring, completing on the job training, initializing specialized training and development of the crew.
• Tracking and reporting on ferry traffic, vehicles and passengers and staff leaves by maintaining daily traffic reports, personnel records, pay and overtime reports, shift reports.
• Contributing to the development and maintenance of an efficient ferry service by reviewing, analyzing, and recommending changes to regulations, procedures, and equipment.

Qualifications and Experience

 

High school or equivalent, plus a Transport Canada Small Vessel Operators Proficiency Certificate and three (3) years of seafaring experience is required.

 

You must have your:

 

• Marine Emergency Duty certificate (MED) or Domestic Vessel Safety (formerly MED A1/A2);
• 60 Ton Masters Ticketl
• Seafarer’s Marine Medical Certificate; and
• a Marine First Aid Certificate.

 

As the ideal candidate you are:

 

• knowledgeable in ferry operations;
• familiar with the Canada Shipping Act 2007;
• attentive to details and aware of your surroundings (weather conditions);
• able to work with a minimum of supervision;
• organized and are known for your efficient coordination of work;
• able to keep the ferries supplied with all the operating supplies;
• customer service focused; and
• able to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing.

 

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Benefits

 

Based on the employment status the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

Working Conditions

 

May be occasioned by diesel fumes from equipment, noise and dust. Outside work is required in varying weather conditions. Shift work is required, including nights and weekends.

What We Offer

 

• Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
• Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
• Countless career paths

     

Pay Grade:  EC 09 

Salary Range:  $2,952.07 - $3,690.12 Bi-Weekly   

 

Employment Equity Statement:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve.  The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.  If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

 

Accommodation Statement:

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at competitions@novascotia.ca.

 

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PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information. 

 

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.