Tug Master: Safety-Driven Berthing Specialist

Abu Dhabi Ports; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi Ports is seeking a Tug Master to ensure the safety of the tug and crew while handling berthing and un-berthing operations across Mina Zayed, Free Port, Musaffah and other sites. The role requires strong navigation and deck-handling skills, plus daily reporting on equipment, incidents and crew performance.

Candidates should have a valid Tug Master certificate, be fluent in English, and have 3–5 years of relevant port experience.

Qualifications

• Secondary School and a Valid Tug Master certificate issued by an approved Maritime Authority.
• Written and spoken English are necessary; Arabic is preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant tug/port experience including berthing/un-berthing operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor safety of the tug and crew at all times.
• Inspect safety gear, deck machinery and firefighting equipment daily.
• Report daily duties, defects, and incidents to the Chief Tug Master.
• Assist duty pilot in berthing/un-berthing vessels at Mina Zayed and other ports.
• Maintain correct tow rope length and secure it properly.
• Inspect towropes for damage and arrange replacements when needed.
• Inspect tug and deck equipment and assign maintenance tasks to crew.

Skills

English language proficiency

Crew management

Radar operation

GPS navigation

Echo sounder usage

Education

Tug Master certificate

Secondary School

Tools

Radar

GPS

Echo sounder

Job description

Abu Dhabi Ports is seeking a Tug Master to ensure the safety of the tug and crew while handling berthing and un-berthing operations across Mina Zayed, Free Port, Musaffah and other sites. The role requires strong navigation and deck-handling skills, plus daily reporting on equipment, incidents and crew performance.

Candidates should have a valid Tug Master certificate, be fluent in English, and have 3–5 years of relevant port experience.