Fishing Guide Summer 2024

Tofino Resort + Marina is an adventure-focused resort with 63 rooms. Set in the heart of town, on the water, Tofino Resort + Marina is a comfortable and capable base camp for west coast adventure. We serve the authentic Tofino experience, from the famous fishing of Clayoquot to the surf breaks of Long Beach. We also operate Tofino’s largest private marina, offering moorage for pleasure crafts and yachts up to 130’. Alongside our Marina you will find our Marine Adventure Centre which offers bear and whale watching tours, fishing, hot spring tours, kayaking, and our onsite public fitness centre Tuff Fit.

We are inspired by adventure, and seeking a hardworking and enthusiastic professional Fishing Guideto provide guests with an unforgettable day out on the water.

See what else we do at www.tofinoresortandmarina.com/adventure-centre/

Job Description:

• Pilot our Boston Whaler Conquest or Bridgeview's and guide guests on the rugged west coast of Vancouver Island, Tofino BC
• Fishing for salmon, halibut, lingcod and rockfish as well as crabbing and prawning
• Guide full day (8h) and half day (5h) fishing charters
• Season expectation April 1st – September 30th, 2024.
• Piloting vessels with maximum 600hp (twin screw)
• Preparation and daily basic maintenance of equipment for trips
• Executing best practise on fish handling, harvesting, and processing
• Be well versed in company as well as industry standards – safety, communication, regulations
• Guides paid biweekly, based on number of trips guided. No tip pooling

Jon Requirements/Qualifications

• SVOP, MED A3, Marine Basic First Aid & CPR and ROC-M certification required
• Positive and self-motivated, able to work well independently and cooperatively with coworkers
• Punctual, organized, reliable with effective communication skills
• Thorough understanding of BC saltwater fishing practices
• Minimum 1 year experience as fishing captain
• Physically fit
• Desire to be a steward of the environment - Knowledge of Clayoquot Sound a bonus

Benefits

• Staff housing available for all full-time employees
• Free standby Adventure Tours, taxes and eco fee apply
• Bear Watching
• Whale Watching
• Remote Kayaking
• Hot Springs Cove
• 30% off Private Adventure Tours, blackout dates apply
• Guided Fishing
• Remote Floating Sauna
• Ultimate Adventure
• 40% off food at Shed + Shelter Restaurants (dine-in only)
• Free access to our onsite gym (Tuff Fit)
• 50% stand by rate on Harbour Air flights Tofino → Vancouver
• Discount on all retail, at cost + 20%
• Friends and Family rate on hotel rooms
• WorkSafe BC COR employer
• Extended health & dental benefits for full-time employees
• Employee Recognition Program
• Staff Committee
• Seasonal team social events
• Referral Incentive

Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 6 months

Salary: $20.00-$33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Tofino, BC V0R 0A4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Do you require staff housing? (Available to all full-time staff-no pets allowed)

Experience:

• professional fishing guiding: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• SVOP (required)
• MED-A3 (required)
• ROC-M (required)

Work Location: In person