Deckhand/ BridgeWatch

The opportunity

We are seeking a customer-minded individual who plays a critical role in vessel operations and safety.

Reporting to the Chief Officer / Mate , BW Deckhands are responsible for :

• Directing vehicle and foot passenger traffic on the vessel, and to and from shore to the vessel.
• Communicating in person and or by radio with ships’ officers and ticketing staff
• Checking propane tanks are shut off, and tagged
• Securing car decks and foot passenger gates prior to departure
• Carrying out under direction general ships’ husbandry, cleaning and maintenance duties of the interi or and exterior of the vessel i ncluding but not limited to garbage pickup , cleaning mess rooms, stairwells and interior windows; pushing, pu lling and lifting heavy stores; c hipping and scrapping surfaces; and painting
• Patrolling the vessel to watch for unusual situations, potential safety hazards and passenger compliance with regulations; standing fog, bridge or anchor watch; steering the vessel under the direction of a deck officer when serving as a quartermaster; and keeping a constant lookout for marine traffic and navigational hazards
• Per forming additional duties as assigned which may include standby anchors during docking ; p articipating in fire and boat drills; p reforming emergency duties; c onducting check offs for self-contained breathing apparatus and fire fighting ; doing vehicle counts; assisting with annual refit and life raft exchange; spreading salt; splicing rope; taking inventory; and changing navigation lights

What you bring to the team

You hold a Bridge Watch Rating CoC or higher and Marine Emergency duties training – STCW Basic Safety (MED A1 and MED B2) and Proficiency in Survival Craft (MED B1 ).

You have the ability to react in a safe and effect ive manner during an emergency and to direct and control vehicles and passengers.

You have a working knowledge of saf e work practices and seamanship and ability to climb ladders, handle ships’ lines and move heavy objects.

Applicants must hold a valid Seafarers’ Medical Certificate.

Join us!

If this sounds like your next great career move, please submit your cover letter and resume by September 13, 2026 .

"We sail to serve and connect the people and the coast of BC”