We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year.
It’s a story we’re proud of but it doesn’t end there. We’re transforming our business and embracing the future.
We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.
Here at ABP we are currently recruiting for a Marine Pilot (Trainee) for our South Wales ports. Please note that this is a 2 year fixed term contract.
The Marine Pilot (Trainee) will pilot vessels under compulsory pilotage within the ABP South Wales regional ports and River Usk Competent Harbour Authority areas (and Non-Compulsory Pilotage of vessels if requested). The Pilot will also make available to the Ship’s Captain all relevant and pertinent information, based upon their comprehensive knowledge of the pilotage area.
Applicants should hold a valid seafarer’s qualification and possess relevant sea going experience. In return we offer a challenging and incredibly rewarding career with a comprehensive training programme and structured progression. This is a varied pilot’s role with you piloting a diverse set of vessels across 5 ports from small coasters and navy vessels up to cape size bulk carriers with everything in between over a variety of locked, tidal and river berths.
We reward our employees and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.
A current valid driving license is required for this role.
Main Duties
1. Conduct of vessels and provide information on regulatory requirements to the Master as necessary, including applicable safety and environmental provisions
2. Maintain a comprehensive and up to date knowledge of all navigational matters within the pilotage area
3. Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the SHA / CHA Marine Safety management system and associated procedures and plans
4. Support vessel Masters in communicating with the ports and other vessels
5. Maintain regular contact with the LPS and report deficiencies in a vessel's equipment or conduct as appropriate
6. Maintain a high level of competency in ship handling
7. Perform suitable bridge team duties in relation to statutory obligations
8. Record and submit passage plan / pilotage vouchers / MPX Records for each Pilotage assignment
9. Prepare and submit incident / accident reports as appropriate
10. Provide appropriate assistance in the event of an emergency
11. Assist in the training of others as appropriate
12. Provide professional maritime advice to appropriate personnel on local navigational and other port issues when required
Essential Requirements
13. Excellent communicative and leadership skills
14. Working knowledge of Port Marine Safety Code (PMSC), all relevant marine, harbour, H&S and environment legislation and its relevance to pilotage operations
15. Ability to balance the demands of stakeholders with regards to safety and commercial awareness
16. Flexible approach to service delivery and working hours, including a willingness to travel as required on ABP South Wales business
17. Computer literacy skills
If you feel you have you have the energy and commitment to meet the challenge, then we’d love to hear from you!
Closing date: 25th February