Want to make a difference with your career?
The marine sector offers a range of careers in field research, emergency response, enforcement and everything in between. On sea and on shore, more than 28,000 across Canada work in the marine industry.
If you want a job that helps protect our oceans and waterways, has excellent pay, builds specialized skills, and lets you enjoy being on or near the water, the marine sector is for you.
Government of Canada careers at sea and in shore
- Royal Canadian Navy
- Canadian Coast Guard
- Transport Canada
- Search all Government of Canada marine-related job postings
Jobs at sea
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Jobs on the Job Bank
Dispatchers
Dispatch drivers or crews, share route and schedule info, track vehicles
Route and crew schedulers
Make schedules, create and adjust routes, keep records of staff and vehicles
Deck officers
Steer ships, oversee deck crews, move people or cargo
Engineer officers (Marine)
Run and fix ship engines, do inspections and repairs, supervise engine room crews, keep maintenance records
Traffic controllers and regulators (Rail and Marine)
Guide vessel or train traffic, handle radio calls, keep detailed logs
Pursers and flight attendants
Help passengers, run onboard services, handle customs declarations, help during an emergency
Ticket agents and Cargo clerks
Help passengers, sell tickets, check bags, help with travel plans, process cargo shipments
Customs, ship and other brokers
Handle import/export papers, arrange payments for duties and taxes, explain customs regulations, negotiate commercial transactions
Deck and engine room crew (Marine)
Stand watch, use and maintain deck equipment, help ship engineer officers use, maintain or repair engines and equipment
Boat and ferry operators
Pilot small boats, manage ferry terminals and canal systems, move people and cargo, maintain equipment, and navigate safely
Life in a marine career
Listen to people across the country who are working to keep our oceans and coastlines safe. This could be you!
