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SalaryDepartment: Public Works
Location: CHESTER
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 25-Mar-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The Marine Services Division of the Department of Public Works maintains and operates the provincial ferries including: Englishtown, Little Narrows, Country Harbor, LaHave River, Tancook Islands, and Digby Neck. Our Marine staff help to further connect and expand Nova Scotia’s transportation network; all the while ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our Ferries. Our provincial ferries operate 365 days per year.
If you’re looking for an exciting and challenging opportunity and career growth, with a daily view of our beautiful Atlantic waters, then we have your perfect opportunity.
About Our Opportunity
Under the general supervision of the Captain-In Charge, you are in complete charge and responsible for the safe and efficient operation and navigation of the passenger/vehicle ferry between specific points in Near Coastal II Home Trade III, directing the crew in all phases of their work and ensuring the ferry’s trip schedules are maintained.
Primary Accountabilities
The Captain supervises the crew in loading and off loading freight, performing routine maintenance and cleaning of the ferry and equipment. The ferry is in operation for 12 hours per day, 365 days per year.
Qualifications and Experience
Grade 12 or an acceptable equivalent combination of knowledge and experience. At minimum, a Master certificate, Domestic of 500 gross tonnage required. Plus, four years of seafaring experience.
You must have your:
- Marine Emergency Duties;
- Seafarer’s Marine Medical Certificate; and
- A Marine First Aid Certificate.
As the ideal candidate, you are known for your efficient coordination of work. Consistently, you maintain a professional and courteous disposition and hold a high standard for client and customer service. The ability to communicate both verbally and in writing are key components of this position.
There will be an approximate one month training period on the assigned Department of Public Works ferry required.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
Equivalency
Benefits
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.
Working Conditions
May be occasioned by diesel fumes from equipment, noise and dust. Outside work is required in varying weather conditions. Shift work is required, including nights and weekends.
Additional Information
You will be asked for proof of qualifications and to provide copies of your certificates, should you be selected for an interview.
In this position you will be required to work one (1) week (80 Hours) on and one week off.
Boarding on the Island is provided by the Department as the ferry remains on Tancook overnight.
What We Offer
- Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
- Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
- Countless Career Paths.
Pay Grade: MOS 24
Salary Range: $2,765.98 - $2,883.53 Bi-Weekly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:
Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.
External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.
