As of September 9, 2023, Kootenay Lake Ferries will be back on the winter schedule with Osprey 2000; MV Balfour will be out of service and will return for the 2024 summer schedule

Western Pacific Marine’s Kootenay Lake Ferries division is based in beautiful Balfour, located in the southeastern corner of British Columbia, surrounded by the Selkirk, Monashee and Purcell mountain ranges. The Kootenay region is a popular place for outdoor adventurers, art and music lovers, foodies, and history buffs.

Western Pacific Marine provides year-round ferry service on pristine Kootenay Lake, 7 days a week between Balfour and Kootenay Bay. If you are interested in an opportunity that blends a competitive compensation package with a healthy, outdoor lifestyle in all four seasons, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.

We are seeking the following relief Officers with Azipod experience:

• Engineers with minimum Transport Canada 2 nd Class Motor STCW certificate
• Masters & Mates with minimum Transport Canada Master or Mate Limited Over 60 Tonne certificate and willing to obtain the additional endorsement for the Kootenay Lake Ferries division.

Please share your expression of interest by emailing your credentials to Captain Bryan Coe, Marine Superintendent c/o office@klferries.ca

The Osprey 2000 Ferry will be OUT OF SERVICE Oct 10 – Oct 24, 2023 for semi-annual maintenance.

The smaller capacity MV Balfour ferry will be in service, operating on the regular winter schedule. Please note: there is potential for increased wait times during busy sailings – refer to DriveBC.ca for updates.

MV Balfour weight restriction: Only one 6-8 axle semi-trailer per sailing

For up-to-date sailing information, please check www.drivebc.ca

Western Pacific Marine Ltd would like to thank you for your patience and understanding.