Marine Services Crew

Forth Ports Limited; South Queensferry; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

Pension scheme (DC) with life cover

Job summary

Forth Ports Limited is hiring a Marine Services Crew to support safe and efficient marine operations at Hound Point and Hawes Pier. You will assist with mooring, operate CTVs/workboats, and ensure high safety standards across vessels and piers.

Role requires offshore marine qualifications, UK driving licence, and right to work in the UK. Salary £36,636 per year plus paid overtime, with a 2 weeks on/2 weeks off shift pattern and up to 60 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must be safety‑conscious with a practical approach to marine operations.
• Experience in an industrialised environment is preferred.
• Experience on Crew Transfer Vessels is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate crew transfer vessels (CTV) and workboats safely.
• Assist tanker mooring/unmooring operations and manage mooring lines.
• Act as Safety Boat when required and transfer personnel/equipment.
• Maintain vessel logs, timesheets and defect records.
• Supervise and support the deckhand in daily duties.
• Inspect vessels, machinery and safety equipment for defects.
• Keep vessels and facilities clean, safe and operationally ready.
• Carry out maintenance and general husbandry on vessels and piers.
• Participate in toolbox talks, drills and training activities.
• Ensure safe access for personnel at Hawes Pier and Hound Point Terminal.
• Support emergency call-outs and overtime as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Crew Transfer Vessels experience

Education

RYA Advanced, commercially endorsed Power Boat level 2 or SFI under 16.5m

Full UK driving licence

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Job Description

Location: Targe Towing, Hawes Pier

Job Title: Marine Services Crew

Location: Hawes Pier, Port Edgar, Hound Point Marine Terminal

Hours: 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off - up to 60 hours per week.

Compensation: £36,636 + paid overtime

At Forth Ports, we keep trade, logistics, and infrastructure moving. Every day, our teams support the flow of goods, materials, and services that businesses and communities rely on, helping to power economic growth across the UK and beyond. Our people are at the core of everything we do, and their expertise, commitment, and innovation drive our success.

With our commitment to reach carbon neutrality by 2032 and Net Zero by 2042, we're investing heavily in sustainable and digital technologies, including major growth in offshore wind and greener port operations. For you, this means joining a business that's evolving, ambitious, and making a real difference.

Targe Towing Limited is a subsidiary of the Forth Ports Group and is responsible for providing marine services for the INEOS Forties Pipeline System (FPS) at Hound Point Marine Terminal.

About The Role

In this role as Marine Services Crew, you will play a vital part in supporting safe and efficient marine operations at Hound Point Marine Terminal. You will be responsible for assisting with the mooring and unmooring of tankers, operating crew transfer and workboats, and ensuring all duties are carried out to the highest professional, safety, and environmental standards. Working closely with the Marine Supervisor and supported by a deckhand, you will ensure vessels, equipment, and facilities remain safe, compliant, and operationally ready at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate crew transfer vessels (CTV) and workboats safely, in line with company procedures and safety management systems
• Assist with tanker mooring/unmooring operations, including handling mooring lines, running messengers, and managing HP Terminal moorings
• Act as Safety Boat when required, including transferring personnel, equipment, and waste between vessels and the terminal
• Maintain accurate records, including workboat logbooks, timesheets, and defect logs
• Supervise and support the deckhand in day-to-day duties
• Conduct regular inspections of vessels, machinery, and safety equipment, reporting and recording any defects or deficiencies
• Ensure vessels are kept to the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and operational readiness
• Carry out maintenance, servicing, and general husbandry on vessels, pier areas, and associated facilities as directed
• Participate fully in toolbox talks, drills, safety meetings, and training activities
• Monitor and ensure safe access for personnel transiting Hawes Pier and Hound Point Terminal
• Support emergency call-outs and work reasonable overtime as required by management
• Comply with all company and client health, safety, and environmental standards

What We're Looking For

We are seeking motivated and safety-conscious individuals with a strong interest in the marine sector and a commitment to professionalism. You will be flexible in your approach to working hours, including shift work and call-outs, and able to adapt to a varied workload across vessel operations, maintenance, and pier support. Strong teamwork skills, attention to detail, and the ability to uphold seamanship and safety standards are essential. Previous marine or small vessel experience is desirable, but a willingness to learn, develop, and contribute positively to the team is equally important.

Qualifications And Skills

• RYA Advanced, commercially endorsed Power Boat level 2 or Sea Fish Industry Authority under 16.5m as a minimum
• Must have experience of working in an industrialised environment
• Experience working on Crew Transfer Vessels and line handling vessels would be advantageous
• Full driving licence, valid in the UK
• Full right to work in the UK

Please note that all offers will be subject to passing a Pre-Employment Medical.

What Forth Ports Can Offer You

At Forth Ports, our people are our priority, and we are committed to creating a flexible, open, and supportive working culture. As part of our team, you will enjoy

• A competitive salary
• Discretionary bonus
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16.5% joint contribution plus life assurance at 4x salary
• In-house Occupational Health - Provides professional workplace health advice, support, and guidance for employees across all sites
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Delivered through Health Assured, offering 24/7, 365-day confidential wellbeing support via the Wisdom app or telephone access, covering mental health, financial advice, legal guidance, and emotional wellbeing
• Physiotherapy Support - Access to physiotherapy sessions through three external providers in Scotland, plus an onsite physiotherapist once per week in Tilbury
• An annual Christmas thank you gift of a complimentary turkey or meat-free alternative for all employees
• GymFlex health club memberships offering discounted access to gyms including Nuffield Health, PureGym, Anytime Fitness, The Gym Group, and selected local gyms
• Cycle to Work scheme to support affordable, sustainable commuting
• On-site free parking available for all employees
• Attractive family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity cover
• Employee discount platform providing savings on UK-wide restaurants, retail, car rentals, days out, and holidays

We value diversity and inclusivity, and we are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will consider all applications for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

As a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, we are committed to ensuring that members of the Armed Forces community are treated fairly and are not disadvantaged in their civilian careers because of their service.

We welcome applications from veterans, reservists, cadet force adult volunteers, and military spouses/partners, and we actively support flexible and inclusive recruitment practices.

About The Company

Over our 50 years of experience we have witnessed our ports grow to become important assets to support and deliver growth both for the UK and local economies. The growth impact has been achieved due to the continued investments in our infrastructure, making sure that our ports are able to continually develop their services and support the growth of many industries. Our people have played a significant role. They have delivered the highest quality of service through their expertise, loyalty and flexibility and, without them, we could not have built the strong reputation and the long term agreements with many customers that we have today.

Company Culture

Welcome to Forth Ports Careers. As a leading port operator, we employ over 1,100 people across our ports in Scotland and the Port of Tilbury in London. A career in a port business is very rewarding. There is real variety within each role and significant opportunities for promotion and career development. Don’t just take our word for it; view the "Some of our People" section and the video below to gain insight into the kinds of jobs our employees do, how they’ve grown with us, and what motivates them each day. The port business can be seen as a barometer for the economy and this drives us to be adaptable and fast paced as we identify new business opportunities.

Required Criteria

• RYA Advanced, commercially endorsed Power Boat level 2 or Sea Fish Industry Authority under 16.5m as a minimum
• Must have experience of working in an industrialised environment
• Full driving licence, valid in the UK
• Full right to work in the UK

Desired Criteria

• Experience working on Crew Transfer Vessels and line handling vessels would be advantageous

Closing Date Thursday 20th August, 2026

Contract Type fulltime

Salary £36,636.00 Yearly