Ledcor is a construction and resource development company delivering projects across North America.
Operate tugboats and tow barges on the Fraser River, managing crew and ensuring safety.
10 days ago ago
C$33 - C$61
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
Field
Company Size
9,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Building construction
Project management
Design-build
General contracting
Public–private partnerships
Environmental services
Transportation infrastructure
Aviation services
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
Description
team communication
operations management
winch operation
safety compliance
Communicates with shore-based team to promote efficiency and safety in the entire operation
Interacts closely with crew and management and manages the day-to-day operation of vessel and crew
Handling heavy lines and wire bridles and operating heavy machinery (deck and anchor winches) from time to time
Ensures the vessel crew meets Ledcor Health, Safety and Environmental Standards and follows safe operating procedures
Requirements
150gt dcc
tugboat ops
twin screw
tandem towing
medical cert
leadership
Valid Canadian passport
Operational control and knowledge of tugboat in all aspects of towing barges and ship assists
Valid Transport Canada Marine Medical Certificate, Marine Basic First Aid or Marine Advanced First Aid
Working outdoors in various weather conditions
Must be familiar with towing tandem barges in tight quarters under couplers and tandem towing on deep sea gear
3 to 5 years' sea service of combined barge and log towing on the Fraser River and the BC Coast
Knowledge of relevant Port Authority operations, procedures and regulations and demonstrated competence in Collision Regulations (Canada Shipping Act 2001) and familiarity with international shipping regulations
Ability to meet Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol testing requirements
Familiarity with Fraser River bridges and bridge transit restrictions from Marpole to Mission
Knowledge of local tides and waters on the Fraser River
Knowledge, familiarity and demonstrated skill in maintaining vessel machinery and navigation electronics
Must have a minimum 150 GT Domestic Certificate of Competency
Must have experience navigating and operating twin screw vessels on the Fraser River, particularly North Arm and South (Main) Arm
Strong communication, supervisory, interpersonal and leadership skills
Excellent tug/barge safety record and demonstrated boat handling skills
Benefits
Scheduled shift rotation by seniority, with a requirement to be available for work when not achieving target hours. Various shift schedules may be applied per the Collective Agreement and schedule rotations are subject to change based on Operational requirements.