Seaman Purser (Assistant to Skipper / Second Driver)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Scotland; Presencial; GBP 42 000 - 64 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

CalMac Ferries seeks a dedicated Second Driver for a permanent role to support safe vessel operation, navigation, mooring and deck duties, and passenger service. You may serve as relief Skipper when needed during island lifeline sailings.

Rotation is 42 hours per week, typically one week on and off or two weeks on and off depending on the vessel. Applicants must hold Tier 1 Level 2 Boatmaster Licence with Passenger Vessel Endorsement and STCW safety certs, plus right to work in the UK.

Qualificações

• Tier 1 Level 2 Boatmaster Licence with Passenger Vessel Endorsement (or Officer of the Watch STCW II/1).
• STCW 2010 Basic Safety Training: fire prevention and firefighting.
• STCW 2010 Basic Safety Training: personal survival techniques.
• STCW 2010 Basic Safety Training: elementary first aid.
• STCW 2010 Basic Safety Training: personal safety and social responsibilities.

Responsabilidades

• Supporting the safe day-to-day operation of the vessel.
• Acting as relief Skipper when required.
• Carrying out navigation, mooring and deck operations.
• Assisting with machinery operation and routine maintenance.
• Ensuring lifesaving and firefighting equipment is maintained and ready for use.
• Delivering customer service and assisting passengers.
• Managing ticket sales, fare collection and cash handling.
• Supporting safety drills, emergency procedures and regulatory compliance.

Conhecimentos

Boatmaster Licence

Passenger Vessel Endorsement

STCW Basic Safety Training

First Aid

Pilot Exemption Certificate

CoSWP Knowledge

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Cash Handling

Right to Work UK

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Permanent post at CalMac Ferries in which the holder assists the Skipper and is titled Second Driver on joining, covering island lifeline sailings. The work centres on safe vessel operation, navigation, mooring, machinery and safety equipment, passenger service and ticket sales, and acting as relief Skipper when needed. Rotation is one week on and off or two weeks on and off, depending on the vessel, for 42 hours a week. Certificates must be uploaded with the application or it may be declined.

What the job involves

• Supporting the safe day-to-day operation of the vessel
• Acting as relief Skipper when required
• Carrying out navigation, mooring and deck operations
• Assisting with machinery operation and routine maintenance
• Ensuring lifesaving and firefighting equipment is maintained and ready for use
• Delivering customer service and assisting passengers
• Managing ticket sales, fare collection and cash handling
• Supporting safety drills, emergency procedures and regulatory compliance

What’s required

Qualifications

• Tier 1 Level 2 Boatmaster Licence with Passenger Vessel Endorsement, or Officer of the Watch (Unlimited) STCW II/1
• STCW 2010 Basic Safety Training, including fire prevention and firefighting
• STCW 2010 Basic Safety Training, including personal survival techniques
• STCW 2010 Basic Safety Training, including elementary first aid
• STCW 2010 Basic Safety Training, including personal safety and social responsibilities

Registration & licences

• Tier 2 Level 2 endorsement for service vessels and operating area
• Pilot Exemption Certificate for relevant Clyde routes

Experience

• Experience in fast-paced operational environments
• Experience as a safety-focused professional at sea

Skills & knowledge

• Strong communication skills
• Customer focus
• Ability to work closely with Skippers and crew
• Understanding of CoSWP, Permit to Work and Risk Assessment processes

Checks & eligibility

• Right to work in the UK
• Satisfactory references