485836 - Vessel Traffic Services Operator

Government Recruitment Service; Falmouth; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Annual leave 25 days (+1 per year)

8 bank holidays

Flexible working

Job summary

Government Recruitment Service in the United Kingdom is seeking a Vessel Traffic Services Operator for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. The role is full-time with a hybrid pattern (2 days remote) based in Falmouth. Salary from £39,527 per year plus Civil Service benefits, with pension contributions of 28.97%, 25 days annual leave increasing with service, and bank holidays.

Closing date 5 November 2026. Applicants should have or be willing to obtain a VTS Operator Qualification and be

Qualifications

• Hold a Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) Operator Qualification or be willing to work towards achieving this once in post.
• Demonstrate resilience and ability to stay calm under pressure in demanding situations.

Skills

VTS Operator Qualification

Willingness to achieve qualification

Job description

485836 - Vessel Traffic Services Operator

Are you someone who thrives in a problem-solving environment and would love a varied, dynamic and rewarding role?

Are you highly resilient with the ability to remain calm and professional in pressurised situations?

Do you hold a Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) Operator Qualification or have the willingness to work towards achieving this once in post?

If so, we'd love to hear from you!

Joining our department comes with many benefits, including:

Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here

25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King’s birthday.

Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.

Read more in the Benefits section below!

Find out more about what it's like working at Maritime and Coastguard Agency - Department for Transport Careers

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Company: Government Recruitment Service Salary: from £39,527 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Falmouth Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote Job type: Permanent Posting date: 21 Oct 2026 Closing date: 5 Nov 2026

Summary

Are you someone who thrives in a problem-solving environment and would love a varied, dynamic and rewarding role?

Are you highly resilient with the ability to remain calm and professional in pressurised situations?

Do you hold a Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) Operator Qualification or have the willingness to work towards achieving this once in post?

If so, we'd love to hear from you!

Joining our department comes with many benefits, including:

Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here

25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King’s birthday.

Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.

Read more in the Benefits section below!

Find out more about what it's like working at Maritime and Coastguard Agency - Department for Transport Careers

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.