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Workboat Skipper

Job details
Posting date: 17 May 2024
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 16 June 2024
Location: Staffin, IV51 9JX
Remote working: On-site only
Company: HIJOBS
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 304491

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Summary

LOCATION: Staffin, North East Isle of Skye. SALARY: Up to 45,000 pa (DOE), plus OT paid at 1. WORKING ARRANGEMENT: 2 wks on/2 wks off. HOLIDAY: Equivalent of 240 hrs/30 days pa (inc. public holidays). PENSION: Attractive package once probationary period has been completed. ACCOM: Shared accommodation can be arranged for the right candidate.

Our client, Organic Sea Harvest, is a multi-award winning salmon farming company based on the Isle of Skye. They are passionate about the health and wellbeing of their team, the health and welfare of the fish in their care and about producing the finest quality farmed salmon.

Every day is exciting and different. As a senior member of the team, you will be responsible for navigation, safety, and the overall operation the work boat, and will support the Farms Manager with daily operations. Amongst other tasks, you will be responsible for:

  • The maintenance and performance of the vessel.
  • Supporting the onshore team to ensure the vessel is complaint with the Workboat Code.
  • The operation, maintenance and servicing all equipment on board.
  • Taking care of the safety of the vessel and passengers.
  • Ensuring are compliant with maritime regulations.
  • Monitoring weather and sea conditions.
  • Responding to emergencies if they arise.

For further information, or to apply for this post please send a CV and cover letter/email to Robaidh Halliday at robaidh@organicseaharvest.co.uk.

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