Captain / Mate – Kingston, Ontario
Job Description:
NOW HIRING Marine Officers for the 2026 navigation season. TO APPLY: E-mail a brief introduction to Captain Stephen Steels, Senior Master, at: ssteels@ktic.ca
Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises is seeking Marine personnel with Transport Canada Mate or Master certifications, holding a Mate/Master Ltd over 60 Tons, or Master 150, or higher certification.
Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises offers the widest variety of cruises in the 1000 Islands including sightseeing, lunch, and dinner cruises, as well as private events departing from historic downtown Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Our fleet includes three vessels: the Island Belle (Twin screw, 165 pax), the Island Queen (twin screw, 299 pax), and the Island Star (jet catamaran, 165 pax)
Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises is part of Kingston Destination Group, a group of brands focused on achieving hospitality excellence as the portal to inspired visitor experience in the Kingston 1000 Islands destination.
Joining our team as a member of the marine crew means committing to an engaging, rewarding career in the heart of Kingston’s busy and expanding tourism industry. Kingston is consistently rated as a top place to work and live in Canada. Seasonal operations run from April to October.
https://www.1000islandscruises.ca/marine/
Job Requirements:
- Transport Canada Mate or Master LTD over 60 Tons or...
- Transport Canada Master 150 or equivalent or higher.
- Current Marine Medical.
- Proven experience in marine operations, vessel maintenance, and crew leadership.
- Strong organizational and communication skills in English.
- Ability to engage with passengers and deliver a memorable experience from boarding to disembarking.
- Citizenship, Visa, or Residency that allows work in Canada
- Twin-screw helm experience aboard passenger vessel over 60 gross tons is an asset.
To Apply, Contact:
E-mail a brief introduction to Captain Stephen Steels, Senior Master, at: ssteels@ktic.ca
