Chief Officer

Job Description

<p><h3>Job Description</h3>
<p>Atlantic Towing is seeking a Chief Mate for our Ports and Coastal Division.</p>
<h3>Responsibilities</h3>
<ul>
<li>Maintain a safe and efficient navigational watch in accordance with international regulations, Master’s Standing Orders and company procedures and policies and maintain the Deck and Radio Logbooks;</li>
<li>Distribute work assignments, train and supervise junior officers and deck ratings and conduct performance appraisals;</li>
<li>Ensure that all deck operations are adequately planned and relevant policies, standards and administrative controls strictly followed (i.e. Permit to Work, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Confined Space Entry, Lockout/Tag Out, including the Ballast Water Management Plan if applicable, etc.);</li>
<li>As the designated cargo officer, overall responsible for the proper planning and safe execution of cargo loading/discharging/lashing and tank cleaning operations and maintenance of relevant records and documentation (i.e. Cargo Manifests, Cargo Record Book, Cargo Securing Manual, etc.), ensuring that all applicable statutory, regulatory, charterer and company requirements are abided by;</li>
<li>Ensure that adequate stores and supplies are available for the safe, environmentally sound and efficient conduct of all deck operations and maintain relevant inventories;</li>
<li>Responsible for ensuring that the following equipment is properly inspected, tested and certified, maintained in accordance with the vessel’s planned maintenance program and applicable regulations, and records are kept:</li>
<li>Ensure proper record keeping for all potable and ballast water on board;</li>
<li>Ensure that the vessel’s garbage management plan is implemented and maintained and Garbage Record Book kept up–to–date;</li>
<li>Where applicable, responsible for the implementation of the Vessel Security Plan, including crew training and familiarization, maintenance of relevant records, inspection and testing of security equipment and observance of security procedures and arrangements;</li>
<li>Contribute to ATL’s Safety culture.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3>
<ul>
<li>Years of Experience Required: < 2 years experience</li>
<li>Watchkeeping Mate Certificate of Competency</li>
<li>Marine Emergency Duties</li>
<li>Transport Canada Marine Medical</li>
<li>Marine First Aid</li>
<li>WHMIS</li>
<li>Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate (TDG)</li>
</ul>
<h3>About The Team</h3>
<p>Headquartered in Saint John, New Brunswick, and with offices in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Victoria, British Columbia and Point Fortin, Trinidad and Tobago, Atlantic Towing Limited specializes in the provision of diverse marine services including port tug services, coastal towing, offshore oil and gas exploration, and product support. Its world class vessels are equipped with state‑of‑the‑art technology and experienced, versatile crews. Both crewmembers and shore‑based personnel operate with safety, quality of service and teamwork top of mind.</p>
<h3>Accessibility & Accommodation</h3>
<p>We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.</p></p>
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