Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College/CEGEP
- or equivalent experience
- Nautical science/merchant marine officer
Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
Work setting
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Staff accommodation provided
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Determine geographical position using navigational instruments, maps and charts
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Maintain vessel's navigational instruments and equipment
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Enforce regulations in Canadian waters
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Record vessel's progress, weather and sea conditions in ship's log
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Transport Canada Certificate of Competency
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Transport Canada Security Awareness Training for All Seafarers
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Nautical Institute Certificate
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Marine Officer Certificate
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Marine Advanced First Aid
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Marine Emergency Duty (MED) Training Program
Experience and specialization
Vessel experience
Additional information
Security and safety
Transportation/travel information
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Willing to travel regularly
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Travel expenses paid by employer
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Willing to travel for extended periods
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Work under pressure
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Tight deadlines
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Physically demanding
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20/20 vision
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Attention to detail
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Hand-eye co-ordination
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Ability to distinguish between colours
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Sound discrimination
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Large workload
Personal suitability
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Dependability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Judgement
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.