Trainee Marine Pilot – Thames River Navigation

Port of London Authority; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 73,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Port of London Authority invites applications for a Marine Pilot – Trainee based at Gravesend. The role includes a structured training plan with a starting salary of £73,297 during a six-month training period, with progression as you qualify.

Successful candidates will join a team responsible for safe navigation, vessel movement, and port operations. Candidates must hold STCW II/2 Masters Unlimited or be on track to achieve it, a valid ENG1, a full driving licence, and be fluent in English

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the UK.
• STCW II/2 Masters Unlimited Certificate.
• ENG1 medical certificate.
• Full driving license.
• Fluent English; good VHF communication.
• Strong spatial awareness.
• Decisive with confident actions.
• Team player with IT skills.
• Residency within one hour of Gravesend.

Responsibilities

• Providing clear navigational advice to vessel masters.
• Support vessel masters in communications with personnel and other vessels.
• Conduct navigation and bridge management duties.
• Record and submit passage plans.
• Coordinate tug activity.
• Uphold the Port of London Authority’s reputation for safe operations and excellent service.

Skills

Excellent communication

Fluent English

VHF communication

Spatial awareness

Decisive

Team player

IT skills

UK work eligibility

Tools

Driving license

Job description

The Port of London Authority invites applications for a Marine Pilot – Trainee based at Gravesend. The role includes a structured training plan with a starting salary of £73,297 during a six-month training period, with progression as you qualify.

Successful candidates will join a team responsible for safe navigation, vessel movement, and port operations. Candidates must hold STCW II/2 Masters Unlimited or be on track to achieve it, a valid ENG1, a full driving licence, and be fluent in English