Seaman 1A (4669)

The Scottish Government; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Scottish Government is recruiting a Seaman 1A 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.

Based aboard MRV Scotia or MRV Alba na Mara, you will support deck, fishing and scientific operations to ensure safe vessel operation and the collection of data that underpins marine science, policy development and decision-making in Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Assist with loading, stowing, deploying and recovering fishing and science equipment.
• Undertake deck maintenance including cleaning, painting, greasing and ropework.
• Operate deck machinery safely for mooring, lifting and fishing operations.
• Perform watchkeeping duties as part of the bridge watchkeeping team.
• In port, quartermaster/nightwatchman duties and security patrols.

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.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the loading, stowing, deploying, recovery, discharging and the maintenance of fishing and science equipment.
• Undertake all aspects of deck maintenance, including cleaning, painting, greasing, storing, ropework, etc as required by Commanding Officer or First Officer (Executive) and directed by CPO (Deck).
• Operate deck machinery safely and equipment for mooring/lifting and fishing operations on the science vessel.
• Watchkeeping duties as part of the bridge Watchkeeping team.
• In port, quartermaster/nightwatchman duties, including security patrols.