Tug Master

Forth Ports Group; Stirling; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Generous pension contribution

All food included & live aboard for 2–

Cycle to work

Job summary

Targe Towing Limited, part of the Forth Ports Group, is recruiting a professional Tug Master to operate ASD/ATD/Voith Harbour Tugs across Scotland. You may be based in Scotland with flexibility to travel to Forth, Leith or other sites as needed.

Role requires strong leadership, extensive harbour towage experience and a proactive safety mindset. Full-time permanent contract with competitive pay and benefits. Live aboard options available and healthcare provided.

Qualifications

• Experience as Tug Master operating harbour tugs to port, harbour and terminal operations.
• Knowledge of SMS, MMS and flag regulations relevant to tug operations.
• Ability to lead crews and conduct training and appraisals.

Responsibilities

• Command vessel in accordance with regulations and SMS.
• Maintain up-to-date safety and operational documents onboard.
• Ensure crew familiarisation, induction and on-the-job training.
• Draft contingency plans and conduct safety drills.
• Record logs, reports and maintain environmental and waste management standards.

Skills

Harbour towage experience

Offshore towage experience

Leadership & teamwork

Health, Safety & Risk awareness

UK working rights

Education

Master 500gt certification

Job description

Tug Master

Targe Towing Limited is a subsidiary of the Forth Ports Group and operates a modern fleet of vessels in support of Port, Harbour and Terminal operating in across Scotland and beyond.

Due to significant success and continued growth, we are recruiting for a professional Master to join our team in Scotland to operate ASD/ATD/ Voith Harbour Tugs. Whilst business needs may change the base location of the Tugs, we are looking for individuals who can readily travel to our Forth, Leith or other Scotland sites.

About The Role

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Commanding and operating the vessel i.a.w. Regulations and this SMS
• Conducting onboard annual reviews of the SMS and proposing new procedures, improvements and/or amendments when appropriate
• Ensuring that all relevant Rules, Regulations, Codes, Guidelines and Publications are held onboard, are in-date and are handled i.a.w. the Controlled Document Procedure
• Ensuring that the vessel is manned i.a.w. Flag regulations
• Ensuring that all new crew members carry out the familiarisation, induction and OJT process
• Drafting and testing contingency plans for all conceivable onboard emergencies
• Conducting inspections i.a.w the Maintenance Management System (MMS)
• Conducting safety drills i.a.w. SMS and Flag regulations
• Ensuring that routine maintenance is carried out i.a.w. MMS
• Investigating all non-conformities, near misses, dangerous occurrences and accidents and reporting them to the Company
• Making monthly reports as required by SMS, MMS and as required for the routine management of the vessel and crew
• Ensuring that the Deck Logbook is kept to a satisfactory standard
• Ensuring that the vessel is kept in compliance with its waste management system
• Chairing safety meetings and recording action minutes
• Ensuring the Control of Work system is operating effectively as the accountable person with overall responsibility
• Conducting weekly accommodation inspection and recording such in the Deck Log Book
• Identifying training needs of crewmembers
• Conducting or assisting in periodical appraisals for crewmembers, especially as they relate to training needs analysis
• Monitoring the validity of all Flag and relevant Class Certificates
• Keeping the Company informed of any important, urgent or controversial issue
• Monitoring crew morale and exercising leadership in resolving any personnel problem
• Building on the principles of teamwork
• Dealing with disciplinary or grievance matters i.a.w. SMS
• Conducting an environmental audit and SOPEP review at least annually which is aimed at identifying efficiencies in consumptions and waste and reducing the vessel’s environmental footprint
• Issuing Master’s standing Orders as deemed necessary

What are we looking for:

• Experienced Tug Master with minimum certification Master 500gt
• Good Harbour Towage experience is essential
• Offshore towage experience is extremely desirable
• Good leadership, delegation and teamwork skills
• Exceptional Health, Safety & Risk Management awareness
• Must have full UK working rights

What we can offer you:

• Full-time, permanent contract: 2 weeks on/off rota or 3 weeks on/off rota
• Competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• Generous pension contribution
• Additional annual allowance for unlimited certification
• All food included & live aboard for two or three week rotation
• Other company benefits and schemes available (cycle to work, health care…) upon time served.

About The Company

Over our 50 years of experience we have witnessed our ports grow to become important assets to support and deliver growth both for the UK and local economies.

The growth impact has been achieved due to the continued investments in our infrastructure, making sure that our ports are able to continually develop their services and support the growth of many industries.

Our people have played a significant role. They have delivered the highest quality of service through their expertise, loyalty and flexibility and, without them, we could not have built the strong reputation and the long term agreements with many customers that we have today.

Company Culture

Welcome to Forth Ports Careers. As a leading port operator, we employ over 1,100 people across our ports in Scotland and the Port of Tilbury in London.

A career in a port business is very rewarding. There is real variety within each role and significant opportunities for promotion and career development. Don’t just take our word for it; view the “Some of our People” section and the video below to gain insight into the kinds of jobs our employees do, how they’ve grown with us, and what motivates them each day.

The port business can be seen as a barometer for the economy and this drives us to be adaptable and fast paced as we identify new business opportunities.

Company Benefits

We are committed to creating a positive working culture for all employees, as well as a good work-life balance.

Here are just some of the benefits of working for Forth Ports.

Vacation, Paid time off, Paid sick days, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, Cycle to work, Competitive salary, Employee Assistance Scheme

Salary

Not disclosed