Our client, Peterhead Port Authority, has a fantastic opportunity for a Pilot / Marine Officer to facilitate the safe and efficient conduct of the navigation of vessels within the Peterhead Port harbour limits, in accordance with harbour regulations.
This is a full-time permanent position based in Peterhead on a rota basis. Please note applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK and stay ideally within 10 miles travel distance from Peterhead prior to applying.
Key Responsibilities:
Essential Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
If you have the desired skills and qualifications, we would love to hear from you, please apply with your CV today.
This is a full-time permanent position based in Peterhead on a rota basis. Please note applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK and stay ideally within 10 miles travel distance from Peterhead prior to applying.
Key Responsibilities:
- Pilot all classes of vessel with or without the use of tugs in accordance with the Marine Management safe systems and standard operating procedures.
- Prepare and agree passage plans to allow vessels to perform their operations and to leave safely upon completion.
- Develop effective working relationships with other Pilots, the Marine Operations department, Tug and Boat Crews.
- Work as part of a team to ensure all safety and operational requirements are met.
- Review and up-date Marine Risk Assessments.
- Review and up-date the Marine Safety Management System and associated procedures.
- Conduct marine validation trials for new activities.
- Attend training where required.
- Assist the Harbour Master in the day-to-day management of the Port.
- Attend and actively participate in relevant meetings including Board meetings.
- Timely report of marine incidents.
Essential Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
- Previous experience as a Class 1 Pilot would be desirable.
- STCW 11/2 Master Unlimited Certificate or Royal Navy equivalent is advantageous.
- Competent and recent ship handling skills and use of tugs.
- Ability to direct actions in a calm manner, particularly in contingency situations.
- Valid ENG1 Seafarer Medical Certificate or equivalent.
- Team player.
- Must speak English clearly and fluently.
- Competent in ship handling and navigation.
- Confident in taking the conduct of a vessel and working with a bridge team.
- Strong ability to fit into and work well with different bridge teams.
- Strong communication skills and an ability to communicate with a wide and diverse range of staff and stakeholder in all situations.
- In depth knowledge on ship handling, vessel manoeuvrability and propulsion systems.
- Broad knowledge regarding seamanship and navigation.
- Understanding about the use and effects of tugs.
- Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation.
If you have the desired skills and qualifications, we would love to hear from you, please apply with your CV today.