Tour Boat Captain - Blue World Marine Adventures

Blue World Marine Adventures is a new generation marine tourism company, on a mission to open up the underwater world to the greatest cross-section of people, of all ages, with a sense of adventure. We offer a variety of engaging tour adventures that emphasize safety, fun, and education, for everyone’s sense of adventure.

The Blue World Marine Adventure’s Garden Island Ship Graveyard Tour takes you out to one of the most accessible ship graveyards in the Great Lakes, were you get the opportunity to float over 19th century wrecks of sailing ships and steamships from a by-gone era in clear-hull kayaks, for a unique view of this historical site, while learning the history and importance of these early workhorses of the lakes.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The position is that of Captain of the company’s passenger tour boat serving the Blue World Marine Adventure Garden Island Ship Graveyard Tour, operating between Kingston and Garden Island in Lake Ontario.

In this position, you will be responsible for all aspects of the daily operation of the company’s 24-foot long passenger transport boat, which will carry our guests from Portsmouth Olympic Harbour in Kingston out to our tour site at Garden Island. Your primary responsibility is to ensure the safety and security of the guests on our tours, as well as the safety of the vessel and your crew members.

The Captain will report to the General Manager and company management as required.

The ability to clearly speak in both English. Fluency in French is considered an asset but not required.

JOB DUTIES:

• Responsible for the safe operation of the tour boat and the safety of the passengers, your crew, and the vessel, in accordance with Transport Canada regulatory requirements and applicable company policies.
• Responsible for the assessment of marine conditions along the route of vessel operation and at the tour site, before and during the tours. Assist with the scheduling and coordination of tours through the day, maintaining contact with the land office/General Manager.
• Responsible for ensuring the safe fueling and maintenance of the tour boat and propulsion system; maintaining on-board safety equipment, including PFDs, fire-fighting equipment, communications equipment, and fuel storage, and be fully versed in safety protocols that ensure the safety of passengers and crew, and the integrity of the boat.
• Assist the tour guide with monitoring the safety of guests in the kayaks on the tour site and render assistance in an emergency.

ESSENTIAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Exceptional customer service
• Superior oral communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with others in a team/crew environment.
• Punctual, meticulous, and reliable

LOCATION:

This position will be based out of Portsmouth Olympic Harbour Marina, located at 55 Yonge Street in Kingston, Ontario.

HOURS:

The operating season is from May 15th to September 31st (subject to conditions).

As the company will be operating 7 days a week through the entire spring/summer operating season, there are both full-time and part-time job positions available.

FULL-TIME positions are Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.

PART-TIME positions are Saturday to Sunday, from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.

NOTE: there will be opportunities through the season for employees to rotate between week and week-end shifts as availability dictates.

CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• At a minimum, must possess a Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP) Certificate, recognized by and in compliance with Transport Canada requirements.
• Medical Emergency Duties (MED) – MED A1 or A2 - Basic Safety Training (BST) or Small Passenger Vessel Safety – Transport Canada Certification.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience, in the capacity of Captain/Operator, operating a small passenger vessel and familiar with the area of operations – Kingston, Lake Ontario.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive wages – Consummate with Experience - $28.00 per hour (incl. CPP, EI, etc.).
• A great work environment with a new generation marine tourism company.
• Opportunity for future employment and growth with the company as it expands into new markets with a suite of new marine tours.
• Great opportunity for a retired or semi-retired qualified mariner to engage in some seasonal employment.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to luis@blueworldmarineadventures.com. 

 Applicants of interest will be contacted by phone or email to schedule an interview. Only successful candidates will be contacted. No need to follow up. Start date will be agreed upon as part of the offer of employment in May.