The Bluenose II Company Store is excited to announce an opportunity to join our team as a Shore Crew Associate for the upcoming 2025 sailing season! We are looking for full-time, part-time, and student applicants to join us. If you love connecting with people, sharing meaningful experiences, and contributing to a symbol of Canadian maritime heritage, this could be the role for you.

Responsibilities

As a Shore Crew Associate, your key duties will include:

• Providing excellent customer service to visitors and passengers
• Handling cash, debit, and credit transactions
• Packaging and bagging merchandise, including wrapping valuable or fragile items
• Maintaining store appearance by folding merchandise, tidying shelves and display areas, and regularly restocking
• Performing daily cleaning tasks, including vacuuming, dusting, sanitizing counters and bathrooms, handling dishes, and managing garbage and recycling
• Counting, tagging, and folding new merchandise
• Assisting in merchandising displays and moving shelving or store sections
• Managing inventory by moving excess stock to storage rooms
• Answering telephone calls and responding to emails
• Assisting diverse shoppers, including those with impairments or language barriers
• Providing information about the Bluenose, Bluenose II, and the Town of Lunenburg
• Booking reservations for public harbour tours
• Checking in passengers and distributing boarding passes
• Assisting Bluenose II crew with boarding passengers and handling vessel lines for morning, afternoon, and special event sails

Qualifications

To thrive in this role, you should meet the following requirements:

• Familiarity with computer operations, including Gmail, Google tools, and general website navigation; willingness to learn the online booking system for public harbour cruises
• Physical ability to lift and move up to 30 lbs and carry merchandise up and down stairs Must also handle wet ropes weighing approximately 20 lbs
• Strong communication skills, including telephone and email etiquette
• Ability to multitask, work independently and as part of a team, and follow policies and procedures for store and vessel operations
• First Aid and WHMIS certification (training can be provided if not current)
• Completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check through the RCMP

Schedule

• Full availability is required, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• During the busy season, an “all hands on deck” approach is essential.

Compensation

• Starting wage: $19.11 per hour.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The Bluenose II Company Store celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and welcome candidates who bring unique perspectives to our team.

Application Deadline: February 28, 2025, at 4:00 PM (Atlantic Standard Time)

If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, we would love to hear from you. Please email your resume and cover letter to office@bluenose2.ca.