Mate - Toronto, Canada - City of Toronto

City of Toronto

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job ID: 36656

Job Category:
Operations & Maintenance

Division & Section:
Parks, Forestry & Recreation, PFR Parks

Work Location:
Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, 9 Queens Quay West

Job Type & Duration:
Full-time, Seasonal (until October 2023)

Hourly Rate:
$ $35.83

Shift Information:

Rotating shift: 6:30 am to 3:00 pm and 3:30 pm to 12:00 am (with a 30 minute unpaid lunch) 40 hours per week, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Affiliation:
L79 Full-time

Number of Positions Open: 1

Posting Period: 04-Aug-2023 to 25-Aug-2023

Reporting to the Marine Captain, the Mate will direct crews in the operation of a vessel and ensure the maintenance of the ship and safe delivery of passenger/cargo.

Major Responsibilities:

Directs crew, instructs and checks work performed such as painting, cleaning. Ensures assignment of necessary staff.
Inspects vessel to ensure standards of maintenance, cleanliness and Transport Canada Maritime Safety and Security are maintained.
Checks equipment such as navigation equipment, communication equipment, mooring lines, life boats, fire extinguishers and hoses. Notes repairs needed and advises captain.
Ensures safe loading and disembarking of passengers/vehicles. Ensures orderly conduct of passengers. Answers inquiries. Operates radios and distributes to crew.
Monitors marine traffic visually and with radar equipment, and advises Captain of any potential or real hazard as per Transport Canada Regulations and good maritime practise.
Directs crew in casting off and mooring of vessel.
Logs departure time, number of passengers and any other unusual occurrences.
Participates in cleaning and maintenance of vessel. Notes any required vessel repairs and maintains record of completed repairs.
Pilots a vessel, as required, at the Discretion, Command, and Control of the Captain.
Conducts and oversees vessel drills such as Man Overboard, Firefighting, Lifeboat and Rescue Station drills and Maritime Security drills.

Key Qualifications:

Must possess and be willing to maintain a valid Medical Certificate of fitness and a Marine First Aid Certificate.
Must possess a Marine Emergency Duty (MED) certificate issued by Transport Canada.

You must also have:

The ability to effectively train and provide work direction to the crew of a vessel
Knowledge of the Province of Ontario Health & Safety Legislation and Canadian Maritime Health & Safety Legislation
Knowledge of relevant legislation including City policies and procedures, and all applicable Provincial and Federal legislations regarding the operation of a passenger service within Canadian waters.
Knowledge and experience surrounding the safe loading and disembarking vehicles onboard RO/PAX vessels.
Good judgment in public and labour relations.
Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations and labour and human rights as it relates to staff.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Complete and maintain accurate reports and ships log book.
Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as may be required.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve.

Learn more about the City's commitment to employment equity.

Accommodation
The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization.

We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Disability-related accommodation during the