Author Topic: Career Opportunity (Read 1534 times)

James Buchan · « **on:** November 15, 2005, 07:48:47 PM »

Hello all - Thought I would post this here prior to it hitting the papers:

I am currently looking for a person to fill the role of a Contract Safety Officer.
Short list of requirements:
- Needs to be physically fit.
- Ok with Heights,Confined Spaces, Working over water.
- Must possess a minimum of a Level 2 OFA, Level 3 Preferred.
- Previous experience preferred but not necessary.

The position is at the Vancouver Shipyard working directly with me. On the job training is provided as the role of a marine safety officer is quite different than most jobs out there. We are classed as heavy industry and has the types of hazards that are associated with that so the candidate should be prepared for some demanding situations.
The candidate will assume a key role in different facets of my department including ERT (Emergency Response Team Member) Hazard/Site/Vessel Survey's, Hotwork, Confined Space Entry and Work, Working at heights and the list goes on...

If this sounds like something you would be interested in challenging or know someone please send your resume with cover letter to jbuchan@seaspan.com - I will respond to all inquires but only suitable candidates will be contacted for interviews.

James

John W. Kelly · « **Reply #1 on:** November 16, 2005, 07:35:34 AM »

I'll take it! But as far as the drive to get there goes...

James Buchan · « **Reply #2 on:** November 16, 2005, 08:03:23 AM »

Ya the commute might squash that!

Chris · « **Reply #3 on:** November 16, 2005, 12:37:53 PM »

just remember, now that James thinks hes the boss, you will be working all friday nights, so that James can try to get out to the track, if he gets his car done.

James Buchan · « **Reply #4 on:** November 16, 2005, 12:42:15 PM »

Actually the position is for dayshift roughly 6:30-3:00 (give or take) I already have an afternoon guy. Also the corprate safety dept. is about to go through a growth stage so now would be a good time to get in.

SINGLECAB · « **Reply #5 on:** November 16, 2005, 04:51:12 PM »

Where is the location at the Northvan shipyards or is it somewhere else?

slammedbus · « **Reply #6 on:** November 16, 2005, 04:56:18 PM »

UMMMMMM......WHAT KIND OF PAY AND WHEN DO YOU NEED *THIS PERSON* COUGH COUGH TO START?

BENEFITS?
OF COURSE ......VACATION TIME??

LET ME KNOW
j

James Buchan · « **Reply #7 on:** November 16, 2005, 06:37:32 PM »

Yes we are located in North Vancouver - this particular yard is on the foot of Pemberton, but we also own the one next door to the SeaBus Terminal.

It is a contract position that has a very good chance of turning into a staff position. No Benefits as a Contractor but you get the write-offs.