Master - Shetland Based Vessels

Job Description

A Master has overall command of the Vessel once they hasve completed the Change of Command procedure with the off going Master.  They are then authorised to perform whatever acts are necessary for the safe, efficient and proper operation of the vessel.

The Master’s primary considerations must be the safety of life, the safety of the vessel and the prevention of pollution and these considerations must override all other obligations including schedule, expense or convenience.  In matters of safety, the Master has authority to take whatever actions they consider to be in the best interests of the vessel.  The Master should not hesitate to request Management assistance or support should they consider it necessary, the first point of contact being the Duty Officer.

In addition to the Master’s statutory duties, particular responsibilities include:

• Ensuring that they is fully familiar with the requirements of the Fleet Regulations and other documents which comprise the Ferry Services Safety Management System;
• Ensuring that Fleet Regulations and other relevant documents which comprise the Ferry Services Safety Management System are brought to the attention of all appropriate crew members, and that such documents are understood by them;
• Ensuring that workers on the vessel are made aware of the contents of applicable risk assessments;
• Ensuring that onboard procedures are established to implement the requirements of the Fleet Regulations, other Safety Management System documents and all relevant Council policies, particularly HR policies;
• In liaison with the Route / Senior Master, ensuring the vessel is correctly crewed and, in an emergency, arranging suitable cover.

More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.

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Requirements

• The grade of this post is J
• Salary shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £2,742 per annum (pro rata), contracted overtime payment and weekend working unsocial
• This post is on a shift pattern of 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off
• Permanent Full Time post for 42.0 Hours per Week (37 hours and 5 hours contracted overtime), 52.18 weeks per year
• A relocation package does not apply to this post
• We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland
• You must have the ability to travel throughout Shetland at short notice and where public transport is limited
• We are happy to talk flexible working

During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.

This post is based on any SIC Shetland Based Vessel

For further details relating to this post, please contact: Sheena Summers, Team Leader - 01595 744208 - sheena.summers@shetland.gov.uk

If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.

Responsibilities

Information about Shetland

Shetland is an archipelago in the north of the British Isles where you'll find freedom, wildlife and wild beauty, but also a rich culture and dynamic, forward-looking society. The Islands have a thriving and diverse economy full of opportunities and offer residents the ideal work/life balance. Shetland combines stunning coastal landscapes and wide open spaces with friendly, bustling island communities. Factor in Shetland's impressive modern amenities, highly regarded schools and the Islands offer a work life balance rarely found elsewhere.

Find out more about:

Living and working in Shetland: here

The Shetland Islands Council: here

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