Groupe Desgagnés

Québec, QC

Groupe Desgagnés

Québec, QC

helmsman/woman - water transport

Québec, QC (view on map)

Posted 13 days ago

Job Description

• Education: College/CEGEP
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work site environment

• In/on water

Tasks

• Handle mooring lines, and splice and repair ropes, wire cables and cordage
• Monitor engine, machinery and equipment indicators
• Stand watch and steer ship or self-propelled vessel under the direction of an officer

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• First Aid Certificate
• Transport Canada Bridge Watchman Certificate
• Transport Canada Security Awareness Training for All Seafarers
• Transport Canada engine room rating Certification
• Marine Emergency Duties Certificate
• Transport Canada Dangerous Cargo Handling Endorsement

Type of experience

• Tank vessel

Equipment and machinery experience

• Lifeboats

Security and safety

• Medical exam

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Overtime required
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• Work Term: Seasonal
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 hours per week