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Ocean Career: Canadian Coast Guard Maritime Search and Rescue Coordinator

At the Canadian Coast Guard, you can do a lot in 24 hours. From helping people in need to protecting our oceans from pollution, we offer work experiences like no other.

The Canadian Coast Guard is currently seeking a qualified Maritime Search and Rescue Coordinator to join their team.

Qualifications candidates must have for a Maritime Search and Rescue Coordinator, GT-06 (essential)

  • A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience
  • Watchkeeping Mate Certificate or Watchkeeping Mate, Near Coastal certificate, approved under STCW 95 and issued under the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 Marine Personnel Regulations SOR/2007-115 (or equivalent*) 
  • Experience in at least one of the following:
    • 12 months sea time experience as a navigation officer in charge of a watch 
    • 12 months experience as a maritime coordinator in a Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) or in a Marine Rescue Sub-Centre (MRSC) in Canada; or Equivalent experience as per article 106(2)(C) of the Marine Personnel Regulations (SOR/2007-115)
    • 12 months experience in Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) operations, such as the Regional Operations Centre
  • Knowledge of maritime search and rescue practices and procedures
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing
  • Demonstrating integrity and respect
  • Thinking things through 
  • Working effectively with others
  • Showing initiative and being action-oriented

*Equivalent as determined by Transport Canada’s Regulations for equivalency.

Conditions of Employment 

  • Obtain and maintain a valid secret security clearance
  • Willingness and ability to work on a rotating shift schedule is used to maintain 24/7 service 
  • Willingness and ability to be part of a stand-by schedule with possibility of call back for overtime work 
  • Willingness and ability to wear and maintain a uniform per CCG standards
  • The completion of the following two courses within 12 months from appointment to the position in addition to the appropriate On-the-Job Training program is mandatory: 
    • Maritime Search Planning Course (MSP)
    • Search and Rescue (SAR) Mission Coordinator Course (SMC) 
  • The completion of the following course within a timeline that is operationally feasible:  

Compensation: $93,148 to $106,393 annual salary not including overtime

Application deadline: March 31, 2025

Learn more about this opportunity and how to apply.

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