Maritime Master: Lead Vessel Command & Safety

Serco; Kyle of Lochalsh; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme (6%)

Internal courses & apprenticeships

Wellbeing & health services

Retail discounts

Job summary

Serco is seeking a Master to take command of the vessel from Kyle of Lochalsh, ensuring safety, seaworthiness and strict compliance with regulations. You will lead and develop onboard crews, coordinate with clients and stakeholders, and maintain high standards of welfare and performance across all operations.

You will establish risk assessments, supervise navigation in critical situations, and uphold safety and environmental standards while working within a structured roster and security

Qualifications

• Hold MCA Master 500GT (Near Coastal) as a minimum.
• Hold current STCW certificates and a valid ENG1 medical certificate.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, risk awareness and decision‑making capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Take overall command of the vessel in compliance with Flag and Class requirements, company policies, and operational procedures.
• Ensure seaworthiness and safety of the vessel, crew, embarked personnel, and prevent pollution.
• Lead onboard crews, promote welfare, morale and operational performance.
• Liaise with operational teams, clients and stakeholders regarding vessel tasking and operations.
• Establish and review risk assessments and safe systems of work for vessel operations.
• Supervise navigation during critical operations including port entry, restricted waters, adverse weather and low visibility.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Navigation supervision

Vessel operations

Risk assessment

Education

MCA Master 500GT (Near Coastal)

Job description

Serco is seeking a Master to take command of the vessel from Kyle of Lochalsh, ensuring safety, seaworthiness and strict compliance with regulations. You will lead and develop onboard crews, coordinate with clients and stakeholders, and maintain high standards of welfare and performance across all operations.

You will establish risk assessments, supervise navigation in critical situations, and uphold safety and environmental standards while working within a structured roster and security