Launch Deckhand
- Location:
- Harbour Authority Building, Scapa, Kirkwall, KW15 1SD
- Salary:
- £38,667 - £41,395 per year
- Contract Type:
- Permanent
- Position Type:
- Full Time
- Hours:
- 37 hours per week
Advert
ENTERPRISE AND RESOURCES
Marine Services, Transportation and Harbour Master
Launch Deckhand
37 hours per week (average)
Permanent
£38,667 - £41,395 / £20.04 - £21.45 per hour (including shift allowance and Distant Islands Allowance)
Applications are invited for a Launch Deckhand within Marine Services and Transportation.
Extensive experience of working on small boats and knowledge of Orkney Waters is essential. You must be in possession of a proficiency in Medical First Aid or MCA equivalent, Basic Sea Survival Certificate and MCA Basic Fire Fighting Certificate.
You must also hold a ML5 medical examination certificate or MCA equivalent.
You will be working on a 12-hour rota system, 3 weeks on, 3 weeks off, with annual leave built in.
This post is subject to Level 1 Disclosure Scotland clearance.
If you require further information about the post please contact Douglas Manson, Deputy Harbour Master. Email: douglas.manson@orkney.gov.uk or Tel: 01856 873636
Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 16 November 2025
Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.
