Harbour Swing Bridge Operator

North Yorkshire Council; Whitby; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement 28–34 days

Local government pension scheme

Salary sacrifice

Employee discounts

Learning and development

Health Assured

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is recruiting a Bridge Operator to join the team delivering vital Whitby Harbour services. The role involves manning the Whitby Swing Bridge, opening for river traffic two hours before high water and closing two hours after, with a three-week rota including weekends and nights.

We value candidates with experience in maritime operations, general maintenance, boating handling, and strong knowledge of Whitby harbour.

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 Swing Bridge for river traffic two hours either side of high tide.
• Maintain a listening watch on VHF channels 11 and 16 while on duty.
• Work on a three-week rota with weekend, night shifts and additional payments for non-standard hours.

Skills

Maritime operations

Maintenance & cleaning

Boating handling

Whitby harbour knowledge

Job description

North Yorkshire Council is recruiting a Bridge Operator to join the team delivering vital Whitby Harbour services. The role involves manning the Whitby Swing Bridge, opening for river traffic two hours before high water and closing two hours after, with a three-week rota including weekends and nights.

We value candidates with experience in maritime operations, general maintenance, boating handling, and strong knowledge of Whitby harbour.