Job Summary
Would you like to work for an organisation that works towards protecting Scotland's seas for the benefit of all in Scotland? If you can demonstrate the relevant practical experience in working at sea as a certified Able Seafarer and have experience in handling small workboats and RIBs, then we would like to hear from you.
The Marine Directorate are looking for experienced people to join their fleet of 3 Marine protection vessels and 2 Marine research vessels. Marine Patrol Vessels (MPVs) enforce fisheries regulations and monitor compliance, while Marine Research Vessels (MRVs) conduct scientific research on marine life, fish stocks, and ecosystems. Together, they support sustainable fisheries management and marine conservation efforts.
On Marine Patrol Vessels (MPVs), your duties may include RIB coxswain, or acting as a boarding assistant on fisheries inspections (full training will be provided.) On Marine Research Vessels (MRVs), responsibilities include assisting with the loading, stowing, and maintenance of fishing and scientific equipment.
Job Description
* Perform deck maintenance tasks such as cleaning, painting, greasing, ropework, and equipment storage.
* Operate deck machinery and equipment safely.
* Perform designated security duties.
* Serve as RIB crew and perform navigational watchkeeping duties.
* On Marine Patrol Vessels (MPVs), assist with boarding operations and serve as RIB crew - delivering inspectors to fishing vessels at sea.
* On Marine Research Vessels (MRVs), assist with the loading, stowing, deploying, recovery, and maintenance of fishing and scientific equipment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Certificate of Proficiency as Able Seafarer Deck Regulation II/5 OR Efficient Deck Hand Certificate with demonstrable experience of working within the fishing industry.
A valid ENG1 certificate
Relevant STCW Qualifications For Seafarers Serving On UK Vessels.
You must hold all of the Qualifications listed above in order to apply.
Success Profile
Success profiles are specific to each job and they include the mix of skills, experience and behaviours candidates will be assessed on.
Technical / Professional Skills
* Vessel Maintenance – able to demonstrate a range of best practices when undertaking maintenance on vessels (including chipping, painting, greasing and planned maintenance)
* Watchkeeping – for those with Able Seaman certificate, you will be able to demonstrate best practices whilst assisting the OOW during Bridge Watchkeeping.
* Fishing Operations – for those without Able Seaman certificate, you will be able to demonstrate prior experience within the fishing industry.
Experience
Demonstrable experience of working on Merchant ships or Fishing vessels.
Behaviours
* Working together - Level 1
* Developing self and others - Level 1
* Communicating and Influencing - Level 1
You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours Here.
Benefits
Alongside your salary of £35,090, Scottish Government contributes £10,165 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
* Learning and development tailored to your role
* An environment with flexible working options
* A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
* A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
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