Careers

Overview:

Join our team as a Fishing Guide for the Summer 2025 season! This exciting role is perfect for individuals who are passionate about fishing and enjoy sharing their knowledge with others. As a Fishing Guide, you will lead groups of anglers on fishing excursions in our Kingfisher, Boston Whaler, and Bridgeview along Tofino’s rugged coast. Providing our guests with an unforgettable experience while ensuring their safety and enjoyment is top priority. Your leadership and communication skills will be essential in educating clients about fishing techniques, local wildlife, and environmental conservation.  

Season expectation April 1 – September 30, 2025 

Job Description: 

• Guide full day (8h) and half day (5h) fishing charters  
• Educate guests on fishing techniques, equipment usage, and local fish species 
• Pilot vessels with maximum 600hp (twin screw)  
• Prepare and maintain equipment for trips  
• Execute best practices in fish handling, harvesting, and processing
• Be well versed in company and industry standards 
• Guides paid biweekly, based on number of trips guided. No tip pooling  

Job Requirements/Qualifications: 

• SVOP, MED A3, Marine Basic First Aid & CPR and ROC-M certification required  
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to engage and educate guests
• Positive and self-motivated, able to work well independently and cooperatively with coworkers  
• Punctual, organized, reliable with effective communication skills  
• Thorough understanding of BC saltwater fishing practices  
• Minimum 1 year experience as fishing captain  
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions 
• Desire to be a steward of the environment – Knowledge of Clayoquot Sound a bonus

Wage: 

• $33/hour, 5-hour and 8-hour fishing trips available

Reporting to the Marina Operations Manager,  the Marina Supervisor is responsible for performing and overseeing all daily land-related aspects of the marina and Adventure Center while on duty. Strong  marine and admin skills are essential in this role. This is a great position for someone looking to grow into a management position in the tourism industry. 

 Job Description:

•  Assist in training and monitoring performance standards for the Adventure Centre Team 
• Delegate daily duties to adventure hosts and dock hands 
• Assist with scheduling and adjust daily as operations dictate 
• Maintain excellent knowledge of all resort and marina offerings 
• Ensure the docks and marine office are always kept clean and tidy, and free of hazards  
• Maintain strong knowledge of company and government regulations related to marine operations  
• Tie off float planes and boats 
• Facilitate a first-class guest experience for moorage, tour and Harbour Air reservations 
• Maintain a positive relationship with annual moorage holders and address concerns as required 
• Operate VHF radio to communicate with captains 
• Customer service  
• Administrative tasks, process bookings, email and telephone communication, payment processing 
• Coordinate vessel arrivals and departures 
• Weekly 1-on-1s with management to ensure smooth departmental operations  
• Light duty maintenance and fish processing 

 Job Requirements/Qualifications: 

• Passion for the ocean  
• Strong knowledge of boating practices, ecotourism, sales and customer relations 
• Comfortable using a variety of computer software 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills   
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
• Comfortable working a variety of shifts including evenings (summer season) and weekends 

 Suggested Certifications:

• SVOP  
• MED-A3  
• ROC-M  
• Standard First Aid 
• Marine First Aid  

Wage:

• $21-$23/hour based on experience