Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Fort Simpson.
Department Information
The Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies. INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.
For more information please refer to the Department of Infrastructure website at http://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/
Job Information
The Relief Marine Deckhand, is responsible for loading/unloading passengers and vehicles, performs deck maintenance functions, operates deck equipment aboard the ferry and operates heavy equipment on shore to rebuild push-outs on an as needed basis.
- Knowledge and experience on a marine vessel
- Ability to take direction from, and communicate with, senior officers
- Ability to convey ferry safety procedures to passengers
- Marine Emergency Duties Certificates (or obtain within 6 months after hiring);
- Valid Medical Examination Certificate
- Valid Marine First Aid Certificate (or obtain within 6 months after hiring);
- Marine background sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, and skill requirements of the job
- Possess Class 5 driver license with ability to operate a loader
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Dehcho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
9602 100 STREET
BOX 240
FORT SIMPSON, NT X0E 0N0
Tel (867) 695-7233
Fax (867) 695-3254
jobsdehcho@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.