Seaman 1A

Work For Scotland; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Marine Directorate, part of the Scottish Government, is recruiting Seaman 1A to join our Marine Research Vessel fleet. You will support deck, fishing and scientific operations aboard research vessels, working alongside vessel officers, crew and scientists to enable safe at-sea data collection and delivery of research programmes in Scottish waters.

Based on MRV Scotia or MRV Alba na Mara, you will operate mainly in Scottish waters as part of a marine working pattern aligned to vessel operations,

Job description

Join our vessel crew and help support the important work that protects Scotland's seas and advances marine science.

The Marine Directorate is the Scottish Government's lead marine management organisation, bringing together scientific research, compliance, policy and management to support the sustainable use and protection of Scotland's marine environment. We are recruiting Seaman 1A positions to join our Marine Research Vessel fleet, working at sea as part of a professional onboard team that enables the successful delivery of scientific research programmes across Scottish waters.

As a Seaman 1A, you will play a key role in supporting deck, fishing and scientific operations aboard our research vessels, working closely with vessel officers, crew and scientific staff. Your contribution will help ensure the safe and effective operation of the vessel and the successful collection of the scientific data and evidence that underpins marine science, policy development and decision-making in Scotland.

This role will be based on-board MRV Scotia or MRV Alba na Mara, operating primarily in Scottish waters as part of a marine working pattern aligned to vessel operations.