Watchkeeping Mate

Overview

RiverFlow Dredging is seeking a Watchkeeping Mate with a demonstrated ability to manage assigned duties promptly and efficiently. This position will be based on the RiverFlow Spirit, a trailing suction hopper dredger that will commence operations in the Fraser River in June 2026.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Watchkeeping Mate’s duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Taking charge of a navigation watch.


• Handling / maneuvering / navigating the vessel.


• Supervising the dredging operations and optimizing production and the continuity of the vessel.


• Verifying the vessel’s position.


• Entering all pertinent details into the Bridge Log, as they occur.


• Checking operation of all navigational aids: radar, depth sounder, GPS, radios.


• Monitoring depth of water when approaching land or dredging.


• Maintaining a good lookout for traffic or dangers.


• Giving sufficient traffic warning to other vessels and checking traffic conditions in confined and/or restricted areas.


• Being responsible for all elements of the dredging operation.


• Monitoring the stability characteristics of the vessel during the dredging operation.


• Ensuring day shapes and navigation lights are properly displayed.

Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies

• Marine Medical Certificate


• Certificate of Proficiency inSTCWBasic Safety


• Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue Boats


• Certificate of Competency
  
  
  
  • Preferred–Watchkeeping Mate
  
  
  • Minimum–Watchkeeping Mate, Near Coastal
    
  
  
  
  


• Certificate of Proficiency in Advance Fire Fighting


• Certificate of Proficiency inMarine Advanced First Aid


• Restricted Operator’s Certificate (Maritime Commercial) ROC-MC, minimum


• Eligible to be added to Pacific Pilotage Authority Coastal Waiver from Compulsory Pilotage


• Eligible to work in Canada

Working Conditions

• 12-hour days with overtime as required


• Unionized position with the Canadian Merchant Service Guild

This position is challenging, interesting and will be well suited to an individual looking to further expand their existing skill set and take part in an exciting experience within a strong and healthy work environment.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.