Posted 72 months ago
Chief Mate - Tug
@ Mckeil Marine Limited
Burlington, Ontario
Overview
McKeil Marine Limited is hiring a permanent full-time Chief Mate for its tugs operating on the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence River, east coast and Canadian Arctic. The role manages the deck department and navigation, supervises the deck crew, and acts as second in command. The posting offers regular schedules, company-paid travel and training, and a competitive total compensation program.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the deck department and navigation of the vessel
- Supervise and train deck crew
- Keep the navigational watch and determine speed and location
- Ensure lifesaving and firefighting equipment is maintained
- Investigate incidents and near misses
Requirements summary:
- Transport Canada Chief Mate Near Coastal Certificate
- STCW Basic Safety and Marine Emergency Duties certifications
- Transport Canada marine medical
- 2-5 years as Chief Mate on Great Lakes or Eastern Canada
- Previous tugboat experience required
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2020-12-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Vehicle, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Chief Mate Near Coastal Certificate, STCW Basic Safety, Marine Emergency Duties, Transport Canada Marine Medical, GLPA Pilotage Certificate |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus, Paid training |
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Mckeil Marine Limited
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Full company description
Operating in the maritime sector in Canada since 1956, McKeil Marine takes great pride in the tradition of providing our customers with innovative marine solutions. From our humble beginnings as a tug and barge operator, we’ve grown into a dynamic solutions provider. Working with a sophisticated customer base, we deliver transportation and project services solutions across the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence Seaway, east coast and the Canadian Arctic. We specialize in the transportation of dry and liquid bulk, project cargoes, heavy equipment and other general cargo. Project services include; marine construction, project management, engineering support, equipment rentals, ship docking, towing, temporary dock facilities and cargo transfer. WE ARE HIRING! JOIN OUR CREW. Find a new career path with one of Canada’s leading marine transportation providers. Working in multiple regions, our sailing crew participate in a variety of challenging new experiences and ever changing environments. Shore-based crew have the opportunity to work in a fast paced setting, providing ongoing support for our customers, sailing crew and fleet. We offer market competitive compensation packages, safe and secure work environments and the opportunity to be part of an innovative and growing organization. We are an equal opportunity employer.
- LinkedIn followers
- 13,827
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 266
- Reported office locations
- 1001 Champlain Avenue, Suite 401, Burlington, Ontario L7L 5Z4, CA
- 291 Water Street, Suite 302, St John's, Newfoundland A1C 1B9, CA
- 103-E Hampton Road, Rothesay, New Brunswick E2E 3L3, CA
- Business categories
- Marine Transportation
- Other recorded names
- Mckeil Marine Limited
- McKeil Marine Limited
- Specialties
- Marine Transportation and Project Services
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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- 0
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Operating in the maritime sector in Canada since 1956, McKeil Marine takes great pride in the tradition of providing our customers with innovative marine solutions. From our humble beginnings as a tug and barge operator, we’ve grown into a dynamic solutions provider. Working with a sophisticated customer base, we deliver transportation and project services solutions across the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence Seaway, east…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Maritime Transportation |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Burlington, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1956 |
| Specialties | Marine Transportation and Project Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 33 |
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McKeil Marine is one of Canada’s leading marine service providers. Experienced and adaptive, we deliver turn-key solutions that support our customers’ success in a wide range of transportation and project challenges. Customer service, safety, quality and respect for the environment are at the heart of our operations. Manned by highly skilled sailing crew, our ever-growing diverse and versatile fleet of tugs, barges and workboats, operate throughout the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence River, east coast and Canadian Arctic.
Chief Mates
McKeil Marine Limited has immediate openings for Chief Mates aboard our tugs on a permanent full-time basis. We are looking for eager and self-starting individuals responsible for the proper management of the deck department as well as the navigation of the ship.
Why McKeil:
• Our crew enjoy regular schedules with minimal disruptions - you can plan your time at home
• Company paid and arranged travel to ports
• Our crew matter - at McKeil it feels like family
• We sail safe - your safety is our top priority
• Certificate upgrade programs and incentives
• Company paid training
• Competitive wages and comprehensive group benefits program
• Annual crew meetings foster team building
Key responsibilities:
• Reports to the Captain
• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation, supervision and training of the deck crew
• Responsible for the safe keeping of a navigational watch
• Second in command of the vessel and officer in charge when the Captain is absent
• Ensure that the deck crew is adequately manned and equipped in accordance with company standards and policies
• Communicate expectations, assignments and responsibilities to Deck Crew
• Implement and ensure adherence to all Statutory and legislative rules and regulations
• Ensure all Deck personnel and new hires are familiar with Company policies and procedures and have access to the appropriate manuals and documents
• Ensure that McKeil’s QSMS policies and Health and Safety programs are communicated to, understood and adhered to by all Crew members
• Determine the ship’s speed and location using navigational aids
• Responsible for the safe transportation of the ship’s cargo
• Responsible for preparation and/or submission of logbooks, daily records, maintenance records and permits in accordance with Company and regulatory requirements
• Responsible for the investigation of any incidents or near misses and the implementation of any corrective action
• The maintenance and upkeep of the hull, decks, superstructures, and towing gear
• Ensuring that lifesaving and firefighting equipment is properly inspected and maintained
• GMDSS responsibilities
Qualifications:
• Chief Mate Near Coastal Certificate issued by Transport Canada
• Marine Emergency Duties (MED’s) STCW Basic Safety and Survival Craft Certifications
• Transport Canada Marine Medical
• 2-5 years’ experience as a Chief Mate in the Great Lakes and Eastern Canada
• GLPA Pilotage Certificate
• Experienced with Safety Management Systems (ISO & ISM)
• Experience with Microsoft Suite an asset
• Experienced leader and motivator of direct reports
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Previous tug boat experience required
You will join a team of passionate colleagues in fast paced, growing organization that supports all communities in which we operate. McKeil Marine offers a very competitive total compensation program.
To apply:
Please submit your application directly to this posting or email your resume to [email protected] and reference the position in the subject line.
We thank all applicants but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. McKeil Marine is committed to the principles of Employment Equity.
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