Marine Operations Administrator

Job Responsibility:

Western Pacific Marine is known for our high safety record, professionalism and reliability. We are dedicated to providing the highest standard of customer service for all of our travelers. Our marine personnel are Transport Canada trained and certified with a focus on customer service and quality assurance. We are proud of the positive impact our services provide to the local communities that we serve.

As the Marine Operations Administrator, you will play a vital role in enhancing the skills and knowledge of our ferry crew members. Your primary focus will be on the development, implementation, and oversight of engaging training programs that ensure compliance with Transport Canada regulations, company policies, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the go-to resource for crew training needs, proactively addressing trainees' questions to foster a supportive learning environment.-
• Effectively manage crew scheduling and assignments in alignment with minimum safe manning requirements.
• Track and analyze training data to gauge compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Coordinate and assist with safety drills to reinforce our commitment to a strong safety culture in line with company policies.
• Design and deliver comprehensive training programs covering critical areas such as emergency response and passenger safety.
• Promote adherence to Transport Canada (TCMSS) regulations, including MED, STCW, and others, ensuring our crew meets the highest standards.
• Keep accurate crew certification records and manage renewal schedules to maintain up-to-date qualifications.
• Contribute to the enhancement of Safety Management Systems (SMS) through regular updates and audits.
• Participate in familiarization and performance reviews of crew.
• To shape the future of our crew's training , and safety and environmental compliance, making a positive impact on our organization and the communities we serve.

Requirements:

• Marine certification (Master, Mate, or Engineer) is an asset.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in ferry or marine operations, with a focus on training or leadership development
• Familiarity with SMS, risk assessments, and marine emergency procedures.
• Strong understanding of Transport Canada, IMO, and SOLAS regulations.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and documentation skills, enabling effective collaboration and training delivery.
• Must be willing to travel within British Columbia

Why join Western Pacific Marine?

At Western Pacific Marine we are on a continuous learning journey as it relates to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion. We know that diversity is a strength and recognize that the unique backgrounds across our team help us make better decisions, result in more creative solutions and ultimately lead us to stronger paths of success. We're working to create a workplace and team that is as diverse as the community we serve and we aim to provide an environment that allows every person to bring their whole and authentic self to work every day. We are inspired by the unique contributions and insights of our team members and are invested in continuously improving our employees' experiences as they grow.

Don't meet all the requirements but still interested in applying for an opportunity?

We are all about a journey to learn constantly and have areas to grow in and develop. If you bring some of the above skills to the table and are still developing in others, please apply with us anyway. Learning and experience isn't a one-way path, if you believe you have the background needed to make an impact and the positive energy necessary in this role, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person