Harbourmaster

Job Description

Proposed Interview Date: Week Commencing 28 June 2021

Closing Date: Monday 21 June 2021

Post at Anstruther will be 40 hours in April to October with an 8.00am start

Supporting Statement

As part of the application process, you must provide a Supporting Statement which tells us how your skills, knowledge and experience make you a good candidate. This should be uploaded where you see Supporting Documents and URLs "upload CV". We know this is confusing and we are working to resolve it, however we only want a supporting statement and not a CV. Without this supporting statement, your application will not be progressed. More information is available on our Career site at www.fife.gov.uk/jobs/howtoapply.

Job Details

To undertake harbour control activities, the inspection and reporting of defects to harbour facilities, maintaining cleanliness around the harbour, collection of harbour dues and record keeping.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise and direct berthing of vessels.
• Supervise and control the use of electricity and water supply.
• Inspect all navigation and leading lights, and test as required. Report on any replacements or repairs necessary to maintain correct operations.
• Inspect piers, lifesaving equipment and ladders etc and report any defects. Prevent use/access if dangerous.
• Ensure harbour users remove surplus and useless nets, ropes, chains and other fishing gear to maintain tidy piers with clear safe access. Report any difficulties with users not co-operating.
• Ensure high standards of Health and Safety are maintained on the harbour premises.
• Collect harbour dues and issue electricity cards as required.
• Complete occasional cash returns and bank deposit counterfoils and send in to Fife House.
• Provide a well turned out, approachable and courteous service to harbour users and members of the public using harbour premises.
• Any other tasks within the general scope of the post that may be required.

The job profile indicates the main responsibilities of the post and is not an exhaustive statement. It will be subject to review and may be amended from time to time.

The Person

A courteous manner is required when dealing with members of the public.

A well turned-out appearance is essential and a uniform and protective clothing will be provided which must be worn.

Good mobility, health and fitness are essential. The job will involve negotiating harbour ladders, etc and working in all weather conditions.

Further Information

• Role Profile - When preparing your supporting statement, review the role profile and think about how you meet the essential criteria Role Profile
• How We Work Matters - Our employees are expected to display and promote certain behaviours in the workplace. See our How We Work Matters behaviour framework for more information.
• Employee Benefits - Employees have access to a benefits package that offers discounts on a wide range of products and services.
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For further information please contact: Dr Rick Haynes - Rick.Haynes@fife.gov.uk