Coxswain - CMB2780e

Cumberland Council

Workington

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 31,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Cumberland Council is seeking a Port Coxswain at the Port of Workington to oversee vessel operations and safety on our busy maritime precinct. The role focuses on ensuring safe and efficient movement of vessels and adherence to safety protocols within the port environment.

The permanent position offers 37 hours per week with a salary of £29,541 to £30,515 per annum. You will be responsible for vessel manoeuvres, maintenance checks, coordination with port authorities and pilots, and ensuring

Responsibilities

Operating and manoeuvring vessels in various weather conditions and traffic situations.
Conducting routine maintenance checks and ensuring the seaworthiness of vessels.
Communicating effectively with port authorities, pilots, and other personnel to coordinate vessel movements.
Always upholding maritime safety standards and procedures.

Job description

Job Title: Port Coxswain

Salary: £29,541 to £30,515 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Port of Workington

Contract: Permanent

Join Our Team as a Coxswain at the Port of Workington!

About This Opportunity

Are you passionate about the sea and skilled in maritime operations? The Port of Workington is seeking a dedicated Coxswain to join our vessel operations and ensure the safety and efficiency of maritime activities.

About Us

The Port of Workington is located at the mouth of the river Derwent on the south side of the entrance to the Solway Firth. The Port of Workington is the largest Port in Cumbria and one of the main hubs in the Northwest of England.

The Role

Duties

Operating and manoeuvring vessels in various weather conditions and traffic situations.
Conducting routine maintenance checks and ensuring the seaworthiness of vessels.
Communicating effectively with port authorities, pilots, and other personnel to coordinate vessel movements.
Always upholding maritime safety standards and procedures.

Join us as we navigate towards a brighter future together at the Port of Workington!

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.

We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.

Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Phillip Scattergood by email at phillip.scattergood@cumberland.gov.uk

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments

To participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Application and Interview information