Relief Pier Master, Lyness and Longhope - ORK09910

Orkney Islands Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional council in the UK is seeking a Relief Pier Master to support Marine Services and Transportation. The role involves assisting with vessel berthing and ensuring compliance with Harbour Byelaws. Applicants must have a forklift truck operators' licence and a Restricted VHF Radio certificate, along with the ability to travel between locations in Orkney. The position offers £16.56 per hour with shifts as required, and Level 1 Disclosure Scotland Clearance is necessary.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a forklift truck operators' licence.
• Restricted VHF Radio certification is required.
• Ability to travel efficiently between various work locations in Orkney.

Responsibilities

• Instruct vessels where to berth.
• Assist with the berthing and sailings of vessels.
• Ensure Harbour Byelaws compliance.

Skills

Forklift truck operators' licence

Restricted VHF Radio

Travel efficiency

Job description

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ENTERPRISE AND RESOURCES

Marine Services and Transportation

Relief Pier Master (Isles) – Lyness/Longhope

Hours are offered on an as and when required basis

£16.56 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)

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

Applications are invited for the above relief position working within Marine Services and Transportation.

The Pier Master will participate in OIC Marine Services' Safety Management System in accordance with the Port Marine Safety Code and associated plans referenced to in the Safety Management System policy document.

The Pier Master’s duties will include instructing vessels where to berth and assisting with the berthing and sailings of vessels to and from the piers. They will also ensure that the Harbour Byelaws are complied with. Additionally, the Pier Master will ensure the harbour premises are kept clean and tidy and will be responsible for completing and forwarding all required documentation to the Harbour Authority at Scapa as and when required.

Applicants must hold a forklift truck operators' licence and Restricted VHF Radio, and be able to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service.

This post requires Level 1 Disclosure Scotland Clearance.

For an informal discussion regarding the post please contact Bradley Drummond: 01856 873636 or email: [e-mail]

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 4 January 2026

Please note that neither interview nor relocation expenses are payable for this post.