Assistant Dockmaster/Docking Leadhand

Hourly - Point Hope Maritime, Victoria, British Columbia

Employment Type:Full Time Union
Business Unit:Point Hope Maritime Ltd.
Location:Victoria, British Columbia
Reporting to:Dockmaster

Wage Rate: Dependent on relevant experience

Hours of Work:40 hours/week

Work Setting:Marine

Point Hope Maritime (a Ralmax Group Company) has an exciting and immediate opening for a full-timeAssistant Dockmaster in Victoria, British Columbia.

What we offer:

Competitive base pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension

Health and wellness programs

Responsibilities:

Assist the Dockmaster in leading a team to complete preparation for and the drydocking of multiple different types of vessels

Execute block builds to exacting standards

Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances

Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries in a timely manner to the supervisor to facilitate prompt correction or reporting

Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively

Safely operate power tools such as angle grinders, band saws, radial arm saw, table saw, circular saw, nail gun, etc.

Other duties within scope of the position, as assigned

Education and Experience

Experience in building block settings for drydocking

Ability to read, interpret and execute docking plans

Understand and interpret basic docking calculations

Understand basic hydrodynamics

Experience reading and interpreting draft marks and tide tables

Carpentry or other wood trade experience considered an asset

Welding and fabrication experience considered an asset

Willingness to participate in regular training programs and courses

Applicants with Drydock Training provided by DM Consulting will be considered priority over other candidates

Knowledge and Skills

A successful candidate will show exceptional leadership skills, including interpersonal relationship and professional communication skills with clients and coworkers

Knowledge and proficiency in trade specific terminology (e.g. port/starboard, stern/bow, list, trim, drydock, quay, graving dock, marine railway)

Understanding of how drydocking operations work

Candidates will show a great attention to detail

Be able to work in a fast-paced environment

Be available for overtime, split shifts, and shifts that may follow tidal patterns

Be able to maintain tight deadlines

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to commit to and meet deadlines

Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing business needs

Mature, professional and optimistic attitude

Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment

Understand how to measure and interpret drawing in both standards of measurements (imperial & metric)

Ability to communicate, read, and understand/follow directions in English

Level 1 Rigging certificate is considered an asset

Requirements:

Candidates must have a forklift certificate, or related experience

Hold a minimum of a Canadian Pleasure Craft License (PCL)

Must be able to stand, crouch, kneel and/or sit for extended periods of time, able to lift up to 75 lbs. climb ladders and work from elevation, and walk on varied terrain

Regularly perform repetitive tasks

Ability to work within confined spaces

Possess manual dexterity

Possess coordination

Proficiency in tying knots

Basic understanding of vessel mooring

Work Conditions

Travel to off-site locations may be required

Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, etc.

Overtime as required

Hazards associated with the trade

Work outdoors in all weather conditions

Application Process

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and cultures to join our team (includingself-identifying Indigenous, status, non-status, Metis, and Inuit and non-Indigenous cultures). If you have any questions regarding this position or applying for the position, please reach out and email us at:. We want to support all applicants during this process.