Job Title: Seasonal Assistant Boatperson
Reports To: Lough Erne Warden
Location: Portora, Enniskillen
Schedule: This role will involve weekend work and public holidays as part of the conditioned hours.
SUMMARY OF ROLE
A temporary seasonal assistant boat person is required for the summer season to augment Inspectorate patrol staff in harbour and event monitoring duties in accordance with the navigation byelaws. The post holder will also be required to crew and operate patrol vessels and give a quality customer orientated service, outside of normal working hours, to the boating customer and other navigation users.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* To assist Inspectorate staff in patrolling, monitoring, and recording all activities, both on and off the navigation, within the framework of the navigation byelaws
* To deliver a quality customer service to waterway users and the general public
* To maintain accurate and legible records of any contraventions of the byelaws
* To undertake basic administrative procedures associated with the tasks assigned.
* To maintain in a serviceable and well-presented condition, and ensure the safe operation of, assigned Waterways Ireland vehicles and patrol craft in accordance with Waterways Ireland procedures.
* To liaise and cooperate with staff from other Waterways Ireland Divisions
* Comply with and actively promote Waterways Ireland policies and procedures on all aspects of equality.
* Complete all training as required by Waterways Ireland within specified timeframes.
The above list is not exhaustive, and you may be required to take on other duties and responsibilities for the effective and efficient performance of the role. The organisation operates within a changing environment, and you will be required to be flexible and adapt to these changes and to develop your role as a result going forward.
The reporting line and key duties and responsibilities of this role may be subject to change following the outcome of a review of the organisation’s structure and staffing.
The above is given as a broad range of duties and is not intended to be a complete description of all tasks.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Eligibility Criteria:
* A recognised qualification in powerboat handling i.e., ISA / RYA National Powerboat Certificate Level 2, or equivalent.
* A valid driving licence.
* Applicants must possess the Right to Work in relevant jurisdiction. If shortlisted for interview, you will be asked to bring original documentation to interview verifying your Right to Work.
* Knowledge of the Erne Navigation Bye Laws
* Knowledge & experience of the key Health and Safety issues to be considered while working in a water-based environment.
* The ability to deliver a quality customer service.
* Good Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate, clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
* Knowledge/experience of operating and maintaining small powerboats.
* Flexibility to adapt to changeable work patterns.
* Categories B or C1E on driving licence.
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