Dual Purpose
Reports to: Chief Officer
Vacancy Ref: 955-SG
Contract: Permanent
Rate of pay: £42,007
Location: M.V Argyle, M.V. Bute, M.V. Coruisk & M.V. Lochnevis
Shift Pattern: 1 week on / 1 week off
Date advertised: 09 August 2023
Closing date: 23 August 2023
Caledonian MacBrayne Crewing (Guernsey) Limited
Caledonian MacBrayne Crewing (Guernsey) Limited employs and supplies all sea going staff to CalMac Ferries Limited. There are currently 33 ferries serving 52 ports on 29 routes providing 145,000 sailings per year.
CalMac Ferries Limited is the UK's largest ferry operator in terms of ships and destinations served and one of the largest transport operators in Scotland. It is a multi-award-winning ferry and port operation and ship management specialist providing essential lifeline services and logistical support to island and remote communities.
Benefits of a career with CalMac Ferries Limited
• A rewarding career
• A competitive salary
• Excellent training, development, and career progression
• 28 days annual leave (pro-rata)
• Staff travel pass for yourself, spouse/partner, and dependents
Role Overview
Assist with the effective operation of the vessel by providing operational support to the deck and engine room departments. Provide specific operational support to mooring and vehicle deck operations as well as deck and engine room maintenance activities.
Functional Responsibilities/Key Tasks
• Assist with mooring operations, handling ropes and operating deck machinery as required.
• Assist with vehicle deck operations as required
• Assisting in general deck planned maintenance routines as directed by the Chief Officer or Leading DP Rating
• 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 mobility impaired passengers to and from the passenger lift
• Conduct bridge watch keeping duties and/or vehicle deck checks on passage
• Maintaining the Engine Room and auxiliary machinery spaces in a clean condition and reporting to the Chief Engineer any leakage of oil or water which he may find
• Assisting in any work connected with planned maintenance, breakdown of plant machinery or repair work being carried out by the Engineering staff
• Assisting in keeping the machinery spaces as a safe working environment
• Assisting the Engineering staff with bunkering duties
• Any other duties required by the Master and Officers
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
Essential
• STCW II/5 Certificate of Competency as an Able Seafarer Deck.
• Engine Room Watch Rating Certificate
• Navigational Watch Rating certificate
• Valid ENG 1 medical certificate
• ISPS Designated Security Duties Certificate
• Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats Certificate
• Crowd Management Certificate
• Passenger & Cargo Safety and Hull Integrity Training Certificate
• Fast Rescue Boats
• MES
Desirable
• Effective communication skills and smart in appearance.
• Experience acting up in the Higher Grade would be advantageous.
• Be safety focused and familiar with 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.
Our People: Values & Behaviours
To navigate the waters, ensuring life thrives wherever we are
PEOPLE FIRST
We lead by example and inspire others to give their best.
We work constructively with colleagues in a 'one team' spirit.
LOCALITY
We put the customer at the heart of everything we do.
Weare accountable for our actions and performance.
BRAVERY
We demonstrate good judgement and decision making.
We act with integrity in all that we do.
The Selection Process
Application
It is important that you demonstrate on your CV how you meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined within the Job Description.
Shortlisting
We will evaluate your suitability for the role by assessing your qualifications, skills, and experience.
Interview
To ensure you are in the best position to perform to your highest standards during our selection process, make sure you review the competencies outlined in the Job Description and have prepared examples of times you have successfully demonstrated these behaviours in the past.
Data
If you apply for this role and your application is unsuccessful, we will, as part of the Equality Act 2010, retain your application for 1 year after the role is filled and then destroy this.