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Ship chief officer

Job in St. John's, St. Johns, Newfoundland / NL, Canada
Listing for: Government of Canada - Atlantic
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: St. John's

Overview

Languages:

English
Education   Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience  5 years or more
On site  Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment   In/on water
Work setting   Remote location
Responsibilities   Command and operate ships or vessels to transport passengers and cargo
Supervise and co-ordinate activities of deck crews
Determine geographical position using navigational instruments, maps and charts
Direct and oversee the loading and unloading of cargo
Maintain vessel s navigational instruments and equipment
Control, steer and navigate a vessel in various waterways
Enforce regulations in Canadian waters
Record vessel s progress, weather and sea conditions in ship s log
Board vessels at berth or from pilot boats to advise ships  captains on the course to steer for safe passage into and out of ports, seaways or other waterways under pilotage authority
Supervision   5-10 people
Credentials   Master Mariner Certificate
Nautical Institute Certificate
Marine Officer Certificate
Marine Emergency Duty (MED) Training Program
Experience and specialization   Vessel experience:
Tank vessel
Specialization or experience   Specialized environmental skills and knowledge
Additional information   Security and safety  Basic security clearance
Criminal record check
Drug test

Transportation/travel information  Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities   Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Personal suitability   Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Benefits   Health care plan
Other benefits   Transportation provided by employer

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