External Vacancy Notice
Able Seafarer (Deck) Vacancy
Start Date: Immediate
Term: Permanent
Applications are invited for the position of Able Seafarer (Deck) within the Serco NorthLink Ferries fleet.
· The candidate will work under the instruction of the Bosun, as directed by the Chief Officer (Head of the Deck Department).
· Contributing to the maintenance and upkeep of the vessel to the highest possible standards.
· Ability to demonstrate excellent safety awareness and full understanding of vessel and company operating procedures and risk assessments.
· Full familiarity with all safety equipment and procedures to be adopted in the event of an emergency.
· To support and partake in safety drills and training in line with assigned muster duties.
· Watchkeeping and lookout duties.
· Contributing to safe and efficient mooring operations.
· Any other duties as instructed by the Bosun or Chief Officer.
· Valid ENG1 Medical
· Able Seafarer (Deck) Certificate
· Efficient Deck Hand
· STCW ’95 Basic Safety Training / Manilla Amendments
o Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques
o Proficiency in Personal Safety and Social Responsibility
o Proficiency in Elementary First Aid
o Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (not including fast rescue boat)
o Proficiency in Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting
o Proficiency in Security Awareness
o Crowd Management Training
· Crisis Management & Human Behaviour
· Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting
· Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
· Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boat
· Forklift Training
· MEWP Training
· Competitive rates of pay
· 28 days (pro rata) annual leave
· Pension scheme, life assurance, wellbeing support, staff discounts
· Varied and interesting work - no day is the same at NorthLink Ferries
· Having the chance to work with and around friendly people - we have a great culture with high employee satisfaction
· The opportunity to work for a well-respected brand where people development is at the heart of our culture
The successful candidate may be required to work on any vessel owned, managed, or chartered by the ship owner out of locations that the operator has vessels operating. The normal work pattern is two weeks on/off with annual leave.
It is preferred that Candidates live within the local vicinity of our Ports (Aberdeen, Orkney & Shetland).
To apply please visit Ankaa https://northlinkferries.ankaarecruiter.com/Jobseeker
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £43,132.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
