Temporary Work: Pilot Boat Deckhand
Working within the Port Operations Department to support the delivery of essential marine services on a 365/24/7 basis. This role will assist in the safe and efficient operation of the launches including routine maintenance and housekeeping.
This role also includes assisting the Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) in the administration and operation of vessel traffic scheduling and to undertake duties as required to meet the changing operational requirements of Port Operations.
Key Tasks
1. Assist the Coxswain on the Pilot Boat safely and efficiently transporting Pilots to and from ships.
2. Assist the Coxswain in the daily maintenance and housekeeping of the Pilot Boats.
3. Provide assistance to the VTS in the provision of administrative and operational support.
4. Attend quay side locations including Belfast Harbour Marina to obtain information, convey instructions, conduct inspections or monitor activities.
5. Assist the arrival or departure of vessels with mooring/line handling activities.
6. Undertake and maintain any training and certification as required.
7. Assist with crewing and other activities for corporate activities and port tours.
8. Assist with conservancy inspections, including inspections of lights, buoys and quay furniture.
9. Conduct pollution inspections or exercises, monitoring, controlling and assisting with fixed boom deployment and any other Tier 2 response work.
10. Participate in hydrographical survey work.
11. Assist leisure craft including traffic monitoring and escorting.
12. Assist the Port Controller in the management and control of debris or dunnage. :
13.Provide SOLAS or other assistance to emergency response, including management of exclusion zones, transportation and support of emergency responders such as NIFRS.
14.Assist with port security as requested by Belfast Harbour Police.
15.Driving duties primarily in relation to transporting Pilots within the Harbour Estate.
16. Provide crewing assistance and/or cover for the responsibilities of a BHC Boat Master Deckhand on any other vessel owned or operated by Belfast Harbour.
17.Any other duties as directed by the Harbour Master, or other nominated manager.
Essential Criteria:
Full Clean UK Driving License
Valid STCW certificates are required including:
Personal Survival Techniques STCW Fire Fighting Elementary First Aid
Knowledge:
Basic knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
An understanding of basic risk assessments
Personal Attributes:
Maintains a positive attitude regarding flexibility and customer service
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Good team member
Complies with safety requirements
Can use initiative when required, however can identify when a task requires specialist assistance
Ability to identify problems and act on them promptly and efficiently
Deliver a quality service within agreed standards and targets
Physical Requirements:
Capable of climbing quayside and beacon ladders
Must attain and/or hold an ML5 or equivalent/higher medical certificate
Capable of operating in an exposed environment during all seasons and inclement weather conditions
Desirable Criteria:
Qualifications:
First Aid Certificate
VHF Short Range Cert
Relevant Boat Handling Qualifications recognised by the MCA or RYA eg. RYA Power Boat Level 2 or BWSF Boat Driver Level 2
Basic Survival at Sea Accreditation
Valid STCW certification.
Experience:
Recent experience in commercial or leisure boating which includes boat handling experience
Knowledge:
IT literacy
Operation of radar and Chart Plotter/navigation equipment
Knowledge of a harbour and shipping environment
Location: Belfast City Centre
Hours: Negotiable
Salary: £12.21 per hour plus accrued holiday pay
To Apply: If you would like to apply for this role, send us your CV via the link provided or if you would like to discuss this position, please contact our office to speak to one of our consultants at:
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We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.