AddressJob Description :
Working as a team player, you are a self-motivated individual with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to others. You are responsible to service and maintain firefighting, lifesaving, and other related shipboard equipment to regulatory standards.
You remove, secure, test and replace all relevant wheelhouse equipment such as ships' radios, ships' navigation equipment, ships' charts and publications. You remove, maintain, test, transport and replace fixed and portable firefighting equipment in accordance with applicable regulations, such as SCBA equipment, fire suits, fire detection equipment, fire station alarms and fire detection panels, fire doors, fire dampers, fire extinguishers, fire hoses, deluge/drencher/sprinkler systems, water mist systems, tank void vents and anti-flash screens, and deck scupper systems.
You have basic knowledge of WCB regulations and safe working practices and working knowledge of relevant materials and tools. You hold a Watchkeeping Mate Certificate or equivalent Command Endorsement. You have basic knowledge of the Canada Shipping Act and minimum 3 years’ experience in a marine industry. You hold a valid Driver’s License.
Please apply by January 31, 2023.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
SHIP SAFETY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
Richmond - Fleet Maintenance Unit
Regular
Working as a team player, you are a self-motivated individual with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to others. You are responsible to service and maintain firefighting, lifesaving, and other related shipboard equipment to regulatory standards.
You remove, secure, test and replace all relevant wheelhouse equipment such as ships' radios, ships' navigation equipment, ships' charts and publications. You remove, maintain, test, transport and replace fixed and portable firefighting equipment in accordance with applicable regulations, such as SCBA equipment, fire suits, fire detection equipment, fire station alarms and fire detection panels, fire doors, fire dampers, fire extinguishers, fire hoses, deluge/drencher/sprinkler systems, water mist systems, tank void vents and anti-flash screens, and deck scupper systems.
Additionally you prepare and complete all fire equipment documentation for regulatory review and approval and assist with vessel berthing during arrival and departure as well as periodic inspections of onboard shore based fire protection and potable water supply systems.
You have basic knowledge of WCB regulations and safe working practices and working knowledge of relevant materials and tools. You hold a Watchkeeping Mate Certificate or equivalent Command Endorsement. You have basic knowledge of the Canada Shipping Act and minimum 3 years’ experience in a marine industry. You hold a valid Driver’s License.
Please apply by January 31, 2023.
"We connect communities and customers to the people and places important in their lives”
At BC Ferries, our employees are our most important assets in delivering on our commitment to customer safety, service and satisfaction. We offer a unique West Coast working environment with diverse challenges and opportunities. Whether your goal is to work behind the scenes, onboard our ships, or within our land based operations, you are a key contributor to the BC Ferries team.
With 47 ports of call and around 500 sailings every day, BC Ferries is the largest independently-owned ferry company in the world. Dedicated to safety, excellence, innovation, and people, we are committed to continuously improving the west coast travel experience of our customers.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
