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Relief Ferries Assistant Pier Worker, North Ronaldsay - ORK09855

Job details
Posting date: 03 November 2025
Salary: £14.54 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 16 November 2025
Location: UK
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Orkney Islands Council
Job type: Contract
Job reference: ORK09855

Summary

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ENTERPRISE AND RESOURCES

Ferry Services – North Ronaldsay

Relief Ferries Assistant Pier Worker

Hours are offered on an as and when required basis

£14.54 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)

A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate

Applicants are sought for the post of Relief Ferries Assistant Pier Worker in North Ronaldsay.

The post involves Ferry Services vessel berthing operations including marshalling passengers and marshalling / inspection of vehicles and their loads before boarding. The post also requires handling of ships ropes and gangways (as required) during berthing operations.

Experience of working with the public and colleagues is essential.

It is essential that applicants live on North Ronaldsay and have the ability to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations to meet the operational requirements of the service.

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Eddie Barclay Tel: 01856 872044, email: eddie.barclay@orkneyferries.co.uk

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 16 November 2025

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.

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