Tug Master

Overview

Ledcor Marine is seeking an experienced Tug Master to join our Marine division. The position involves operating tugboats and barges on the Fraser River, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficient vessel operations.

• Ensure vessel crew meets Ledcor Health, Safety and Environmental Standards and follows safe operating procedures.
• Maintain operational control and knowledge of tugboat in all aspects of towing barges and ship assists.
• Interact closely with crew and management, managing the day‑to‑day operation of vessel and crew.
• Communicate with shore‑based team to promote efficiency and safety throughout the operation.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Knowledge of local tides and waters on the Fraser River.
• 3 to 5 years’ sea service of combined barge and log towing on the Fraser River and the BC Coast.
• Minimum Master 150 GT, Domestic Certificate of Competency.
• Valid Transport Canada Marine Medical Certificate.
• Marine Basic First Aid or Marine Advanced First Aid.
• Valid Canadian passport.
• Knowledge of relevant Port Authority operations, procedures and regulations, and demonstrated competence in Collision Regulations (Canada Shipping Act 2001) and international shipping regulations.
• Experience navigating and operating twin‑screw vessels on the Fraser River, particularly North Arm and South (Main) Arm.
• Familiarity with Fraser River bridges and bridge transit restrictions from Marpole to Mission.
• Skill in maintaining vessel machinery and navigation electronics.
• Experience towing tandem barges in tight quarters under couplers and tandem towing on deep sea gear.
• Strong communication, supervisory, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Excellent tug/barge safety record and demonstrated boat handling skills.
• Ability to meet Pre‑Employment Drug & Alcohol testing requirements.

Scheduled shift rotation by seniority, with availability required 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. Work is outdoors in various weather conditions, handling heavy lines and wire bridles and operating heavy machinery (deck and anchor winches) from time to time.

$60 – $67 per hour, base pay determined by experience, knowledge, skills, education and location. Employees will be hired under the Ledcor Resources & Transportation Collective Agreement, represented by CLAC, Local 66.

Our total rewards package includes compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Additional benefits and total rewards information are available upon request.

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and encourage all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status or any other identifying characteristic, to apply.