Lead Dredging Skipper — Vessel Ops & Crew Leader

the marine; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

the marine in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Skipper to lead and manage our Doonhamer dredger after a full refit, including new engines. You will navigate to client harbours and work sites across the UK, and oversee both light and heavy engineering contracts for third-party clients.

Reporting to the Head of Harbour Management, you will supervise the crew and rotas, ensure vessel maintenance and safety, and contribute to business development with clients and authorities.

Qualifications

• Commercially endorsed RYA Advance Powerboard
• VHF SRC qualification
• RYA First Aid or equivalent
• RYA Sea Survival or equivalent
• RYA PPR

Responsibilities

• Navigate Doonhamer to mandated client harbours and work sites
• Complete dredging contracts in accordance with instructed dredge plans and the requirements of clients
• Manage crew and crew rotas, on the vessel for all passages and dredging contracts
• Ensure Doonhamer is maintained “as new” covering all elements of hull, interior and exterior and ensure all five engines are serviced and maintained and remain within warranties
• Complete log books, dredging plan updates and liaise with colleagues in a consistent and professional manner to successfully complete all contracts
• Assist with the onward recruitment of additional crew
• Work in a manner consistent with this senior role and promote the success of the company
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organisations

Skills

Advanced Powerboard

VHF SRC

First Aid

Sea Survival

PPR

Job description

the marine in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Skipper to lead and manage our Doonhamer dredger after a full refit, including new engines. You will navigate to client harbours and work sites across the UK, and oversee both light and heavy engineering contracts for third-party clients.

Reporting to the Head of Harbour Management, you will supervise the crew and rotas, ensure vessel maintenance and safety, and contribute to business development with clients and authorities.