About Hodder Tugboat
Hodder Tugboat is a modern, customer-focused marine transportation company with over 120 years of experience serving the British Columbia coast. Combining a proud heritage with a forward-looking approach, we are committed to safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Our experienced management team, skilled crews, and strong operational culture enable us to deliver exceptional service while maintaining the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and environmental stewardship.
Built on long-standing relationships and a reputation for reliability, Hodder Tugboat continues to grow by investing in our people, embracing continuous improvement, and putting our customers and crews at the center of everything we do.
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Mate (Tugboat) for vessels up to 500 GT. If you’re an experienced Mate who’s interested in joining a great team, joining Hodder could be for you!
Key Responsibilities
- Reporting to the Master and being responsible for duties of Watchkeeping Mate.
- Familiarity with the Master's responsibilities and duties in the event he/she is required to assume command.
- Taking charge of a navigation watch.
- Supervising dredging operations and optimizing production and the continuity of the vessel.
- Instructing crew in all aspects of their work.
- Ensuring that the vessel is clean and necessary maintenance is carried out.
- Ensuring the deck equipment is properly maintained.
- Inspecting, caring for and maintaining the lifesaving and firefighting equipment.
- Initiating orders for deck stores, as required.
- Inputting/updating information into electronic maintenance management system.
Qualifications and Experience
Required
- Must have a minimum Chief Mate 500 GT, Domestic Certificate of Competency
- 3 to 5 years of sea service on a Coastal Tug, with prior Mate experience
- Transport Canada Marine Medical Certificate
- Basic Marine First Aid or Marine Advanced First Aid
- Basic tug/barge handling skills including tandem towing experience
- Knowledge of Fraser River, Bridge transits, and Coastal Navigation.
- Excellent supervisory and leadership ability, with strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to meet Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol testing requirements
- Clean criminal record check.
- Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and supervisory skills.
Preferred
- Experience handling tandem barge tows utilizing couplers and deep-sea gear.
- Experience operating on the West Coast of Vancouver Island.
- Experience in Northern British Columbia operations, including Kitimat, Prince Rupert, and Haida Gwaii.
- Experience operating in U.S. waters, including Seattle, Tacoma, Port Angeles, Astoria, and Aberdeen.
- Knowledge and experience maintaining vessel machinery and navigation systems.
Working Conditions
- Shift schedules and rotations are governed by the Collective Agreement and operational requirements.
- Work is performed outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
- Position may require handling heavy lines, wire bridles, deck winches, and anchor winches.
- Schedule rotations are subject to operational requirements.
Compensation and Benefits
Employees are hired under the applicable Collective Agreement with the Canadian Merchant Service Guild (CMSG).
Benefits include:
- Extended Health Care
- Dental Care
- Vision Care
Typical schedules may include rotating shifts, weekends, and other hours as required by operations.
Employment Equity
At Hodder Tugboat, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
