The Company Since the 1970’s the Briggs Group have grown to become one of the world leaders in the marine and environmental services industry, currently employing around 800 dedicated members of staff. Providing clients with services ranging from terminal operations to subsea cable repair, we are committed to employing dedicated and skilled staff looking for a career that offers stability, genuine career progression and recognition. Our core values support the Company’s mission and decision making and provides a benchmark for everything that we believe in. They are the Companies fundamental beliefs and are integrated into every employee process shaping the Company’s culture for future success. The Role The Mate is responsible for the safe navigation of the designated vessel and the safe operational process during the watch. You will support the Master on all matters relating to the safe operation of the vessel. The contract will be to support The Ministry of Defence around the coast of the UK delivering various aspects of marine training including Aircrew Marine Survival Training, Target Towing and Range Clearance duties to support the armed forces. Principal Responsibilities • To assist the Master in his general responsibilities as detailed by the Master and to be second in command of the craft and responsible to the Master for the safe navigation of the craft during their tour of watch keeping duties. • Contributing to the improvement of company’s operational, nautical and technical processes and procedures. • Responsible for the safe navigation and manoeuvring of the vessel under all circumstances during the watch by supervising the execution of the operational process during the watch. • Maintain register of LSA and FFA equipment update and carry out checks/maintenance as required. • Responsible to ensure the overall cleanliness and upkeep of the vessel. • Maintain levels of deck stores (including sea-stock paint, mooring lines and fenders etc) and maintain levels of accommodation stores (cleaning, products, galley stores). • Ensure adequate food provision for expected operations. The Candidate • Proven track record of working at a command level onboard workboats • Advanced knowledge of operational processes of vessels and equipment • Experience of safety management systems and occupational health and safety regulations and legislation. • Workboat Master • Training according to STCW Regulations • ENG1 Medical • Complete MOD security clearance (must be resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years) What’s in it for you? We offer an excellent package with pension, life assurance, Cycle to Work scheme and much more as well as opportunities for on-the-job training and career progression within a stable environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining. Next Steps You must be able to provide relevant documentation confirming that you have the right to work in the UK. Please be advised that all employees may be required to undergo FSC vetting at any point during their employment with Briggs Marine. Data will be processed through Serco who are our FSC vetting partner and their privacy statement can be found at Privacy Policy - Serco