Defence Vessel Master: Lead Crew & Safe Operations

Serco; Kyle of Lochalsh; Sur place; GBP 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Pension scheme

Internal courses and qualifications

Wellbeing programme / wellbeing app

Staff discounts

Volunteer day

Employee networks

Résumé du poste

Serco in Kyle of Lochalsh is seeking a Boatmaster to take overall command of a vessel within our Defence Marine team, ensuring safe, compliant operations and leading the crew. You will maintain safety, environmental protection, and high professional standards while coordinating with operational teams and stakeholders to support critical marine services and trusted service delivery.

Eligible candidates will hold MCA Boatmaster or RYA Yachtmaster Offshore with Commercial Endorsement, ENG1 and STCW

Qualifications

• MCA Boatmaster or RYA Yachtmaster Offshore with Commercial Endorsement.
• Valid ENG1 Medical Certificate.
• STCW Basic Safety Training, including refresher where required.
• Strong leadership, decision-making and communication skills.
• Able to remain calm and effective in challenging situations while maintaining high safety standards.

Responsabilités

• Take overall command of the vessel, ensuring compliance with maritime legislation and company procedures.
• Ensure seaworthiness and safety of vessel, crew and clients, while supporting pollution prevention measures.
• Prepare the vessel for voyages and tasking, liaising with operations teams and stakeholders.
• Lead shipboard safety and management activities, maintaining efficiency and crew welfare.
• Review and maintain risk assessments and technical documentation per IMS.
• Supervise navigation during critical operations including port approaches and adverse weather.

Connaissances

Strong leadership

Decision-making

Communication skills

Formation

MCA Boatmaster or RYA Yachtmaster Offshore with Commercial Endorsement

Description du poste

Serco in Kyle of Lochalsh is seeking a Boatmaster to take overall command of a vessel within our Defence Marine team, ensuring safe, compliant operations and leading the crew. You will maintain safety, environmental protection, and high professional standards while coordinating with operational teams and stakeholders to support critical marine services and trusted service delivery.

Eligible candidates will hold MCA Boatmaster or RYA Yachtmaster Offshore with Commercial Endorsement, ENG1 and STCW