Waste Barge Deckhand
Location: Tees Port
Rotation: 7 days on / 7 days off (0700–1900)
At Svitzer, we keep global trade moving.
As a leading global towage and marine services provider, we bring almost 200 years of maritime expertise to ports and terminals around the world. Operating in 141 ports and 40 terminals across 37 countries, with a fleet of 450+ vessels and over 4,000 colleagues, we are proud to support approximately 2,000 customers every day.
We are now looking for a Waste Barge Deckhand to join our team in Tees Port
The Role
As Waste Barge Deckhand, you will play a key part in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the vessel, supporting all deck activities in compliance with company procedures, MCA requirements, the Workboat Code and other regulatory standards.
Working on a 7 days on / 7 days off rotation (0700–1900), you will help us deliver a 365-day service, including weekends and public holidays. Occasional overtime may be required.
Key Responsibilities
Assisting with mooring and unmooring operations
Supporting planned maintenance activities onboard
Assisting with the loading and unloading of ship-generated waste on the River Tees and in Hartlepool
Conducting vessel husbandry and Health, Safety and Environmental checks, reporting or rectifying faults as required
Operating under the direction of the Coxswain
Supporting both deck and engine room duties as required to meet operational needs
Completing mandatory training to maintain compliance and support your professional development
Safety, teamwork and adaptability are essential in this role.
What We Offer
At Svitzer, you’ll join a global maritime organisation with strong local roots.
We offer:
Salary of £29,324.57 per annum and structured rotation supporting work/life balance
Up to 20% bonus, based on performance and key performance indicators
Opportunities for career progression within the world’s leading towage provider
A strong safety culture and industry-leading equipment
Ongoing training and development
About You
You will be a motivated and safety-conscious individual with relevant maritime experience and a flexible, team-oriented approach.
Essential Requirements
Valid ML5 or ENG1 Medical Certificate and full STCW Basic Safety certification (A-VI/1-1, A-VI/1-2, A-VI/1-3, A-VI/1-4 and A-VI/6-1) with a minimum of six months on all certifications.
Right to Work in the UK
Living within commutable distance of Tees Port
Must be willing to undertake additional training where required to support operational needs
Full UK driving licence
Desirable
If you’re ready to be part of a team that values safety, professionalism and collaboration — and want to build your maritime career with a global leader — we would like to hear from you.
Building a Diverse Workplace
In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles, and we are excited about hearing from you!
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