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Marine Operations Assistant

Canada Student Job – Marine Operations Assistant
Summer Job (8 weeks)

Looking to work in a dynamic, hands-on environment and learn about port operations and facility maintenance?  Port Charlottetown is looking for a flexible and self-motivated individual to join the team as a Marine Operations Assistant.

Responsibilities include:

  • Under the direction of the Terminal Operations Coordinator provide a variety of services for vessels whilst docked at the Port, including fresh water supply and minor cargo movements. 
  • Ensure Port Covid protocols are implemented and always maintained. 
  • Provide feedback to the Port Manager regarding operational performance levels 
  • Assisting with the day-to-day maintenance of Port Charlottetown, Seaport Vendor Village and Founders Hall. 
  • Providing support re facility maintenance issues and assisting in the preparation of the terminal for the upcoming 2022 commercial vessel and cruise ship season. 
  • Researching potential green initiative implementation and evaluating certifications available to Port Charlottetown. 
  • In collaboration with the staff at Port Charlottetown, ensuring the Cruise Operational Plan and overall cruise services makes effective and efficient use of the facility to deliver world class standards. 
  • Responding to and completing tenant or supervisor maintenance requests. 
  • Working as a team to meet the demands and maintain the reputation of the location. 
  • Identifying safety concerns to managers and using sound judgement to take corrective actions 
  • Completing opening and closing checks 
  • Performing other assigned duties as required.

Requirements include:

Must be fluent in English, bilingualism is an asset. Must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills and be customer service oriented. Must be self-motivated with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as a part of a team. Basic understanding of electrical, plumbing and carpentry. Excellent organization and time management skills, and the ability to perform a diverse portfolio of tasks is required for this position. Physical requirements include being able to stand for extended periods of time, push/lift 50lbs if required, bending at waiting, sitting, kneeling, crouching as job may require.  Some weekend/evening work is required and must be available to work on cruise days. Basic computer skills.

The Federal Government of Canada has mandated all federally regulated marine sectors to implement a vaccination policy. Port Charlottetown requires all employees, contractors, suppliers, and those entering Port areas, who are not exempt on medical or other human rights grounds, to be fully vaccinated as a condition of working in any of our Port areas.

Skill which will be developed include:

  • Maritime security- training given by Maritime Facility Security Officer on staff 
  • An understanding of Maritime Transportation Security Regulations 
  • Communication and teamwork skills 
  • Client service skills 
  • Port maintenance logistics for cruise and commercial vessels 
  • Retail facility management skills 
  • Day to day maintenance of an international port facility 
  • Organizational and time management skills 
  • Diagnostic skills: problem solving and critical thinking

Send resume to info@portcharlottetown.com

 

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