Harbour Bridge Operator – Public-Facing Maritime Role

Applefields School; Whitby; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Pension

Salary sacrifice

Learning & development

Health Assured

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council invites applications for a Bridge Operator in Whitby Harbour. The post involves manning the swing bridge two hours either side of high water, with a listening watch on VHF channels 11 and 16 to coordinate river traffic.

The role operates on a three‑week rota, with weekend work and additional payments for nights and weekends. Benefits include generous leave, pension, and development opportunities. Contact the Harbour Office for details.

Qualifications

• Experience of maritime operations either on a professional or leisure basis.
• Previous experience of general maintenance and cleaning duties.
• Boating handling knowledge and skills.
• A sound knowledge of Whitby harbour and of the Whitby area in general.

Responsibilities

• Open and close Whitby Harbour Swing Bridge for river traffic two hours either side of high water.
• Maintain a listening watch on VHF channels 11 and 16 during duty.
• Work on a three-week rota with weekend rotation and additional payments for night/weekend work.

Skills

Maritime operations

Maintenance basics

Boating handling

Public interaction

Job description

North Yorkshire Council invites applications for a Bridge Operator in Whitby Harbour. The post involves manning the swing bridge two hours either side of high water, with a listening watch on VHF channels 11 and 16 to coordinate river traffic.

The role operates on a three‑week rota, with weekend work and additional payments for nights and weekends. Benefits include generous leave, pension, and development opportunities. Contact the Harbour Office for details.