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Join Our Team as a Deckhand!

Company: Manpower Services Canada Ltd.

Job Category: Marine and Aquaculture

Location: Port Malcolm, NS

About the Job

Are you ready to set sail on a rewarding career? We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Deckhand to join our dynamic marine team. This is a permanent position where you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our vessels. If you love the outdoors and thrive in a hands-on environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Deckhand, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in routine maintenance and repairs of the ship's engine, machinery, and auxiliary equipment
• Cleaning engine parts and maintaining the cleanliness of the engine room
• Chipping, painting, and cleaning deck surfaces
• Handling mooring lines and splicing and repairing ropes, wire cables, and cordage
• Lubricating moving parts of engines and machinery
• Monitoring indicators for engines, machinery, and equipment
• Operating and maintaining off-loading liquid pumps and valves
• Steering the ship or self-propelled vessel under the direction of an officer

Requirements

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week
• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 3 to less than 5 years

Work Environment

Be prepared to work in:

• Confined spaces
• Noisy conditions
• Outdoor settings
• Wet and damp environments

Certificates and Training

To excel in this role, you will need the following certifications:

• First Aid Certificate
• Transport Canada Bridge Watchman Certificate
• Transport Canada Security Awareness Training for All Seafarers
• Transport Canada Engine Room Rating Certification
• Transport Canada Passenger Safety Management (PSM) Course
• Marine Emergency Duties Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Equipment Experience

You should be familiar with:

• Derricks
• Hawsers
• Lifeboats

Physical Capabilities

This role requires:

• Ability to distinguish between colors
• Attention to detail
• Physical stamina for bending, crouching, kneeling, and standing for extended periods
• Ability to lift weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

Personal Suitability

We are looking for a candidate who is:

• Flexible
• Has strong judgment skills
• A true team player

What We Offer

At Manpower Services Canada Ltd., we value our employees and offer a competitive salary ranging from $50,000 to $60,000 annually (to be negotiated). In addition to a supportive work environment, you will also enjoy:

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Join us in this exciting opportunity to contribute to our marine operations while enjoying the benefits of a fulfilling career. We can’t wait to welcome you aboard!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.