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If you’re passionate about the maritime world, or simply interested in working with those huge ships you see on the St. Lawrence, Desgagnés has a job for you!
Are you passionate about the maritime world and have solid expertise in managing operations on the high seas? Join our team as a Ship Superintendent – and become part of a leading company in the maritime sector, where your experience and skills will be valued to the full.
🚢 Sail into your future with us! 🚢
Transport Desgagnés inc. is the very heart of the Desgagnés conglomerate, whose future is intimately linked to its ability to deliver superior, safe and competitive service. Come aboard with Transport Desgagnés and chart your own course in the maritime world.
Ready for a new opportunity?
Contact us to find out if the Ship Superintendent position is right for you!
Job description
More specifically, the Vessel Superintendent’s main responsibilities are to:
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- Planning, organizing, directing, controlling and evaluating the activities of the vessels under his/her responsibility;
- Assisting and supporting the company’s business units;
- Compliance with regulatory requirements, safety policies and procedures;
- Implementation of quality, health, safety and environmental management systems;
- Communication and enforcement of drug, alcohol, environmental and safety policies;
- Compliance with laws, regulations and requirements of maritime authorities and customers;
- Regular ship visits and inspections with follow-up reports;
- Preparation for and participation in internal and external audits and inspections;
- Implementation of quality, safety and environmental corrective and preventive measures;
- Application of performance standards and risk analysis;
- Participation in accident investigations and implementation of preventive and corrective measures;
- Data collection for performance indicators;
- Planning continuous improvement activities;
- Manage maintenance, repairs and procurement to meet budgets and financial targets;
- Follow-up of maintenance system and regulatory inspections;
- Supplier management and invoice verification;
- Participation in hiring and managing personnel;
- Quality staff relations and customer satisfaction;
- Application of performance appraisal and development policies for flight personnel;
- Identification of staff training needs;
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Working conditions
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- Permanent, daytime position
- 37.5 hours per week;
- Availability bonus; on-call according to emergencies/operations
- Complete group insurance program (including dental insurance);
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (with employer contribution);
- Employee assistance program and telemedicine;
- Ongoing employee training program;
- Annual vacation;
- Floating vacations, sick leave and federal holidays;
- Parking available and accessible via the Québec-Lévis ferry;
- Free coffee!
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In addition to these benefits, come and experience the joy of working in the Quartier Petit Champlain, close to the water (perfect for a morning-evening jog!), stores and resto-terrasses!
Required Skills
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- Chief engineer’s, captain’s or naval architect’s certificate, or equivalent
- Experience at sea and experience in ship repairs, including shipyards
- Experience in commercial shipping
- Experience in internal and external audits and ship inspections
- Experience with classification societies and various regulations
- Fluently bilingual, both written and spoken*.
- Sense of responsibility and commitment
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Knowledge and mastery of MS Office software
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* For the position of Vessel Superintendent, knowledge of English is required for communications with suppliers, crew members, classification societies and out-of-province partners.