Fleet Operations Officer for Marine Atlantic (NS)

[The Dieselduck]

Marine Atlantic is currently accepting applications for a Fleet Operations Officer to work in North Sydney, NS.

Fleet Operations ensures that the fleet put into service is operated effectively and safely to meet schedule and customer requirements. Reporting to the Marine Superintendent, The Fleet Operations Officer (FOO), as a member of the Fleet Operations department, provides support to the Marine Superintendent as well as Masters and other onboard managers. The FOO will work with vessel personnel and corporate departments to develop and implement programs related to fleet operations/procedures, maintenance programs, emergency procedures and crew training throughout the fleet. This includes oversight, development and delivery of programs for Bridge equipment, Life Saving Appliances, Fire Fighting Equipment/Systems, Personal Protective Equipment, Emergency Drills Program, Passenger Safety Management,Marine Evacuation Systems and crew familiarization/training

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Assist in training assessment for vessel personnel and work with internal and external training resources.
Remain abreast of changes to regulations, industry best practices and other MAI requirements related to vessel operations, onboard training and competencies of marine personnel.
Conduct regular inspections and reviews of the onboard Emergency Drills program to assess the effectiveness of existing programs and identify gaps for the purposes of improving the emergency preparedness of all vessel personnel.
Work with, and supports, onboard managers to achieve corporate goals and meet operational requirements for the fleet.
Assist Masters and other managers in liaising with external vendors, regulatory agencies like Transport Canada and Classification societies.
Assist in monitoring and compliance of the maintenance program and regulatory trading certificates.
Implement corrective action plans resulting from inspections and audits to prevent recurrence and address any identified deficiencies or non-conformities.
Assist Superintendents in planning repairs and refits of the fleet, preparing documentation for voyages outside the usual trading routes.
Attend the vessel during refits and monitor the work progress.
Participate in various committees, projects and strategic initiatives.
Assist in the accomplishment of company objectives by performing other related duties as required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education: Three year diploma in Marine Engineering or Nautical Science with
Experience: Must have a minimum of two years of experience as a ship’s officer or similar role
Certifications: Watch-Keeping Mate or Third Engineer certificate of competency.

OR

Education: Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety with
Experience: Two years marine safety experience, preferably in a passenger related environment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrated safety consciousness.
Strong oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Knowledge of the Canada Shipping Act, SOLAS, ISM, ISPS, STCW ’95, Canada Labour Code: Part II, and regulations associated with each.

ASSETS
Previous experience developing a Safety Management system
Previous experience as a trainer
Previous experience working on passenger vessels

Additional Requirements/Comments:

If you have the ambition to make a difference and you meet the above requirements, please apply on line before 6 April 2016 at Midnight at www.marine-atlantic.ca/careers.asp