Diver - Zero Hours

Briggs Marine Group; Burntisland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Briggs Marine Group in Scotland seeks a Commercial Diver for an ad-hoc zero hours contract. The role may involve short periods away from home, weekend work by arrangement, and occasional travel across the UK and overseas.

Accommodation and subsistence are provided for overnight stays. Responsibilities include diving works to HSE and Briggs procedures, equipment maintenance, and supporting other marine operations.

Qualifications

• Recognised commercial diving qualification suitable for UK operations (e.g. HSE Surface Supplied or equivalent).
• Current HSE Diving Medical or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to work safely within a disciplined team and across UK/overseas locations.

Responsibilities

• Undertake diving works to regulatory and Briggs procedures.
• Collaborate with team to perform diving and non-diving marine works.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and documentation (permits, records).
• Support non-diving departments with inspections, surveys, and yard duties as needed.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team environment

Willingness to travel

Education

Commercial diving qualification (HSE Surface Supplied or equivalent)

Job description

Commercial Diver (ad-hoc zero hours contract)

The Company

Since the 1970s, the Briggs Group has grown to become one of the world leaders in the marine and environmental services industry, currently employing around 800 dedicated members of staff.

Providing clients with services ranging from terminal operations to subsea cable repair, we are committed to employing dedicated and skilled staff who are looking for a career that offers stability, genuine career progression, and recognition.

Our core values support the Company’s mission and decision-making and provide a benchmark for everything that we believe in. They are the Company’s fundamental beliefs and are integrated into every employee process, shaping the Company’s culture for future success.

The Role

The role may include short periods of working away from home, typically Monday – Friday, with the occasional need for weekend working (by prior arrangement).

Accommodation and subsistence will be provided for overnight stays.

Contracts vary from short term ad hoc bookings to longer term projects such as offshore subsea cable projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake diving works to HSE Diving at Work Regulations, Inland/Inshore Approved Code of Practice and Briggs operating procedures & standards.
• Work with team members in order to effectively execute diving and non-diving engineering services and marine works.
• Co-operate with instructions of the Diving/project supervisor as required to complete the necessary project tasks.
• Contribute to on-site risk assessment and hazard identification.
• Contribute to the management and maintenance of diving equipment, company equipment and hired-in equipment.
• Assist with completing statutory and company documentation in order to effectively undertake diving operations. (records, permits etc)
• The role may include assisting non-diving departments with other company activities such as inspections and surveys, confined space operations, driving duties and other yard-based duties, depending on skills, experience and capabilities.

The Candidate

• Recognised commercial diving qualification suitable for UK operations (e.g. HSE Surface Supplied or equivalent)
• Current HSE Diving Medical (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong safety awareness and professional attitude
• Ability to work effectively within a disciplined team environment
• Willingness to travel and work across the UK and overseas when required

What’s in it for you?

We offer an excellent package, including a pension, life assurance, the Cycle to Work scheme, and more, along with opportunities for on-the-job training and career progression within a stable environment.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all protected characteristics and are committed to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment, and onboarding process.

The next steps

Due to the nature of our defence contracts, applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom and be UK nationals. Candidates must also be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC) or higher. Security vetting will be undertaken prior to any offer of employment, and any employment offered will be conditional upon the successful completion of the required clearance processes.