Job Posting

Trip Logistics / Crew Coordinator

Hours: Full Time, Monday-Friday
Season: Year Round

Areas of Operation: Office based in North Vancouver
Proposed Job Start Date: Feb 1, 2021

We are looking for an individual who is highly motivated, acutely organized, and a keen problem-solver/ opportunity-finder. You have supervisory experience and enjoy working in an open-office environment. You have knowledge and great appreciation of the BC coast, conservation and sustainability - experience in sailing or boating would be very helpful.

A Business or Tourism Diploma or equivalent is required.

Essential Tools

Extensive experience in office and sales environment, preferably in tourism
Very well-organized, efficient and flexible for a variety of tasks
Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
Excellent computer knowledge – MS Office, G Suite
Experience using CRM software
Excellent time management skills, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Ability to provide elevated and caring customer service

Direct experience and participation in tours will be necessary to facilitate sales and tour coordination. Some adventure travel away from home required.

What Sets You Apart?

Familiarity of coastal British Columbia
Knowledge of coastal First Nations
Interest wildlife and the outdoors, experience sailing/ boating, conservation & sustainability and coastal history
Your understanding of digital marketing esp. Facebook, Instagram, Blogging/content creation
Desktop publishing – InDesign/ Photoshop
What have you got to bring?

Job Description & Responsibilities

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the smooth coordination of expedition logistics through good planning and organization. Although our office operates year round, Bluewater Adventures is a seasonal business providing a very dynamic and interesting work environment.

Regional logistics scheduling: Haida Gwaii , Northern Vancouver Island, Southeast Alaska, Khutzeymateen Grizzly Sanctuary, Great Bear Rainforest and the Gulf Islands
Liaise with local suppliers in remote coastal areas, Parks and First Nations.
Assist in the hiring of seasonal Crew, Crew scheduling and assisting with required certifications
Create Crew Contracts
Key communicator with Bluewater Adventures Crew
Annual Crew Training – organization and support
Crew flight organization and purchasing
Wildlife viewing schedule
Liaise with other Small Ship Tour Operators
Trouble shooting/ assisting Crew in problem solving
Sharing “On Call” shifts
Creating expedition files with detailed information for Crew
Organize Forest Service Permits, Park Permits, Usage Reports
Organize cross-border travel for vessels and Crew
Assist others in your office team when needed
Assist in the re-emergence of COVID-19 – updating safety plans based on BCCDC and WorkSafe BC

Remuneration: Competitive salary based on level of experience.

Please send your Cover Letter and Resume to explore@bluewateradventures.ca

We look forward to hearing from you! No phone calls please.