The Opportunity:
We are a seeking dedicated and hardworking individual to join our Port Facilities team on a contract as a Casual Labourer from September to early November. In this dynamic and hands-on role, you will be an essential part of our daily Port operations, ensuring the efficiency and safety of our port facilities, and coordinating maintenance services with various stakeholders. If you thrive in a workplace with diverse maintenance needs, and live by health and safety standards, we want to hear from you!
Your Focus:
- Adhere to all health and safety requirements, including participation in the health and safety program, complete daily field level risk assessments and wear the required PPE.
- Provide general maintenance including, landscaping, painting, small construction projects, set up/tear down temporary fencing, etc.
- Perform construction or carpentry projects as required
- Perform basic welding, plumbing, electrical support as required
- Perform other Port maintenance activities such as: deliver ships water, snow removal, ladder and fender maintenance, gangway maintenance and other activities as required.
- Provide direction and guidance to the student and casual workers when needed.
- Provide general support and basic maintenance and repair for work boat operations.
- Set up for events and support the cruise season operation
- Ensure washroom facilities are up to Port standards during cruise and events.
- Safely operate the FMT gangways during cruise season. Respond and troubleshoot alarms.
- Recommend ongoing improvements regarding maintenance operations to management.
- Manage competing priorities to ensure safe and secure operations.
- Utilize collaboration and communication techniques to work with peers.
You Have:
- High School Diploma is a minimum educational standard; college or trade training is considered an asset.
- Minimum of two to four years of related maintenance and/or construction experience.
- Eligible to receive Marine Transportation Security Clearance through Transport Canada.
- Valid Driver's license with a clean driver's abstract
You Are:
- A team player.
- Dependable & professional.
- The ability to perform medium to heavy lifting tasks and other physical tasks both indoors and outdoors.
You share the following values, where you:
- Keep safety and wellness at the forefront and make decisions based on a safety-first approach.
- Demonstrate initiative, innovation, and perseverance in the face of obstacles.
- Treat people with respect and build trust by honouring your promises and being open and honest in your interactions.
- Believe in continuous learning and development for both you and your fellow team members.
- Include others in your work through community and stakeholder engagement and building relationships.
Why Join Our Team?
At Port Saint John, we're committed to investing in the health, well-being, and growth of our staff through a comprehensive benefits package.
- Wellness Programs: Targeting both physical and mental health to support your overall well-being.
- Hybrid Workplace: Offering freedom and flexibility via our hybrid work environment.
- Professional Development: Investing in your professional growth through training opportunities aimed at enhancing your skills and advancing your career.
- Positive Culture: Fostering a strong sense of collaboration via several engagement events and activities for staff.