Relief Ferries Assistant Pier Worker, Stronsay - ORK09779

Orkney Islands Council; Whitehall; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local governmental body is seeking a Relief Ferries Assistant Pier Worker for Stronsay. Responsibilities include assisting with vessel berthing operations, marshaling passengers and vehicles, and handling ropes. Candidates must have experience with the public and reside on Stronsay to travel efficiently for operational needs. The position offers £14.54 per hour and is on an as-needed basis, with a closing date for applications on 12 October 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with the public and colleagues is essential.
• Must live on Stronsay and travel efficiently between various work locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ferry services vessel berthing operations and marshal passengers.
• Inspect vehicles and loads before boarding the ferry.
• Handle ships ropes and gangways during berthing.

Job description

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ENTERPRISE AND RESOURCES

Ferry Services

Relief Ferries Assistant Pier Worker - Stronsay

Hours are offered on an as and when required basis

£14.54 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)

A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate

Applicants are sought for the post of Relief Ferries Assistant Pier Worker in Stronsay.

The post involves Ferry Services vessel berthing operations including marshalling passengers and marshalling / inspection of vehicles and their loads before boarding. The post also requires handling of ships ropes and gangways (as required) during berthing operations.

Experience of working with the public and colleagues is essential.

It is essential that applicants live on Stronsay and have the ability to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations to meet the operational requirements of the service.

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Eddie Barclay Tel: [phone], email: [e-mail]

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 12 October 2025

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.