Apply Now! New Search and Rescue Roles Open at Canadian Coast Guard in Rankin Inlet
Canadian Coast Guard Jobs: The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG), an agency of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, plays a vital role in ensuring safety and security in the Canadian maritime environment. The CCG’s Search and Rescue (SAR) program aims to save lives, minimize risks to the environment, and support marine operations.
We are currently recruiting for Search and Rescue Crewmembers for our Arctic Marine Response Station (AMRS) located in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut. Join our dedicated team and contribute to maritime safety, search, and rescue services in one of Canada’s most unique and challenging environments.
Canadian Coast Guard Jobs Key Responsibilities:
Search and Rescue: Maintain 24/7 SAR standby, responding to maritime emergencies and people in distress.
Fast Rescue Craft Operations: Operate high-speed rescue crafts during maritime emergencies.
Training & Engagement: Participate in paid training with government and other organizations.
Community Outreach: Engage with the local community to raise awareness about SAR services and safety.
Work Environment:
Location: Rankin Inlet, Nunavut
Shift Schedule: 14 consecutive days of work followed by 14 days off (rotating shift pattern)
Work Conditions: This role requires dependability, strong decision-making skills under high-stress conditions, and the ability to work as part of a team.
Benefits:
Travel Assistance: Travel expenses to/from the work location will be reimbursed.
Accommodation & Meals: Provided while on shift and during pre-season training.
Northern Allowance: Additional salary based on location and dependents ($22,000 to $36,000 per year).
Training: Position-specific training will be provided before the operational season.
Eligibility:
Employment Equity: Preference will be given to Indigenous peoples (Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement or other recognized groups).
Essential Qualifications:
Experience in boating, marine activities, first response, or search and rescue.
Knowledge of marine safety, marine emergencies, and navigation is an asset.
Ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) and follow instructions.
Dependability and a strong teamwork mindset are essential.
Desirable Qualifications:
First Aid or CPR-C certification.
Bridge Watch Rating Certificate.
Ability to speak Inuktitut or Inuinnaqtun.
Conditions of Employment:
Reliability Status: Security clearance.
Medical Fitness: Health assessment required.
Driver’s License: Valid Class 5 license (or equivalent).
Availability: Willingness to work in adverse conditions, on-call, and overtime as required.
Uniform: Must wear and maintain prescribed uniform and protective equipment.
How to Apply:
Application Deadline: 10 November 2025, 23:59 Pacific Time.
Apply Online: Visit Canadian Coast Guard Careers to submit your resume and application.
If unable to apply online, send your application via email to Jayson.Briscoe@dfo-mpo.gc.ca or by mail to:
Jayson Briscoe
Canadian Coast Guard
520 Exmouth Street
Sarnia, ON N7T 8B1
Self-Declaration: Indigenous applicants are encouraged to self-declare as part of the Employment Equity process.