Seaman Purser - Raasay Permanent
Role Overview
Assist with the effective operation of the vessel by providing operational support to the Skipper.
Provide specific operational support to mooring and vehicle deck operations as well as deck
maintenance activities.
Maintain revenue protection by ensuring all passengers have appropriate tickets for their journey.
Principle Accountabilities
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Assist with mooring operations, handling ropes and operating deck machinery as required
- Conduct vehicle deck operations as required
- Maintain an accurate passenger count is maintained and ensure that numbers remain within the vessel’ passenger certificate limit
- Operating a portable ticket machine, issuing passenger tickets and collecting revenue
- Depositing takings in the approved manner
- Carry out general planned maintenance routines as directed by the Skipper
- Duties as required by muster list in an emergency, including drills and emergencies
- Assist with directing passengers off the vehicle decks to the passenger areas, including directing or assisting mobility impaired passengers to and from the passenger cabin
- Conduct bridge watch keeping duties and/or vehicle deck checks on passage as required by the Skipper
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Essential
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Applicants should possess as a minimum STCW 2010 basic elements: (Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting, Personal Survival Techniques, Elementary First Aid, Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities)
- Must live local to route.
Additional essential training:
CalMac requires successful applicants to hold certain certification specific to our fleet. These must be completed after accepting a job offer and prior to joining any vessel. Whilst the following training is not mandatory to apply for this role, it will be advantageous:
Desirable
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Efficient Deck Hand Certificate
- Boat Master Licence (BML)
- Effective communication skills and smart in appearance.
- Be safety focused and familiar with Code of Safe Working Practices (CoSWP), permit to work and risk assessment processes within the company.
- Be customer focused and have a clear understanding of the customer interface and have a proactive approach to customer care.
