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South Hams District Council; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

South Hams District Council in Dartmouth is seeking a Float Person to operate the Dartmouth Lower Ferry. The role involves shift work including evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays, with duties across all weather conditions and a focus on safety and service for passengers and vehicles.

You will collect payments, assist with ferry maintenance, and work under the Tug Master to ensure efficient crossing and compliance with regulations. Training can be provided for required certificates.

Qualifications

• Hold PB2 and in date ML5 or ENG1.
• Proficient in collecting payments (card & cash).
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Experience with small boat handling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport cars and passengers across the River Dart under the Tug Master.
• Ensure safety of passengers, craft and other river users in compliance with Health and Safety and MCA Regulations.
• Assist with maintenance of ferry infrastructure as required.
• Work in all weather conditions and be flexible with shift rotations.

Skills

Small boat handling

Payment collection

Customer service

Communication

Education

PB2

ML5/ENG1

Job description

Float Person

We are looking for an Float Person to work on the Dartmouth Lower Ferry. This position is shift work including evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays and you will be expected to work in all weather conditions.

Under the guidance of the Tug Master you will be responsible in providing a safe and efficient means of transporting cars and passengers across the River Dart with responsibility and accountability for the safety of all passengers, the craft and other river users whilst in compliance with all relevant legislation regarding Health and Safety and the Maritime Coastguard Agency Regulations. This is a physical role and you will be proficient in collecting payments (card & cash), have relevant small boat handling experience and have good communication and customer service skills.

You will also be required to assist with the maintenance of the ferry infrastructure as required.

The successful candidate should hold a PB2 and in date ML5 or ENG1. However, training can be arranged to achieve certificates.

The succesful candidate will work an annualised hours pattern, on cvarying rotas during the year.

Closing Date: Sunday 25 October 2026

Interviews are expected to be held: Friday 6 November 2026

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Company: South Hams District Council

Salary: from £16.61 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: Dartmouth

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 9 Oct 2026

Closing date: 25 Oct 2026

About Disability Confident

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.