Able Seafarer

Able Seafarer FTC

Are you looking for a unique and rewarding maritime role where no two days are the same? We are seeking an Able Seafarer to join our team at the Port of Liverpool, supporting hydrographic survey operations onboard the survey vessel Royal Charter. This is an exciting opportunity to work in one of the UK's busiest ports, playing a vital role in maintaining safe and efficient navigation while gaining experience in specialist marine and survey activities.

This role is a fixed term contract for 4 months.

Your Role

As an Able Seafarer, you will provide essential vessel and deck support onboard the survey vessel, working closely with the Master and survey team to ensure the safe, efficient and compliant operation of the vessel. Responsibilities include carrying out deck duties, line handling, assisting with the deployment and recovery of survey equipment, maintaining high standards of housekeeping, and providing operational support to hydrographic survey activities.

The role is integral to maintaining safe and effective vessel operations during periods of increased survey activity, planned absence cover, or additional operational requirements, contributing to the successful delivery of hydrographic survey programmes.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.

What you’ll bring

You will have previous experience as an Able Seafarer, deck rating, or in a similar role on a small commercial vessel, together with practical knowledge of deck operations, line handling, and safe working practices. A valid ENG1 or ML5 medical certificate is required, and STCW Basic Safety Training or equivalent marine safety qualifications are desirable. Experience supporting survey, workboat, or harbour vessel operations would be advantageous.

Who are we?

Already one of the UK’s leading port and logistics companies, we are planning substantial capital investment over the next 5 years to achieve our vision of becoming the UK’s leading port operator.  We have ambitious plans to grow and transform the supply chain to benefit our customers.  Our investments are decarbonizing our operations, which in turn is helping us work towards our goal of having Net Zero Port Operations by 2040.  Much of our success depends on our unrivalled facilities and technology. But in our sector, it comes down to having the right talent to enable our organisation to grow.

What we can offer you

In addition to a competitive salary, we have a strong track record of developing our people to expand their skills and experience and develop their careers.  Valuing and rewarding our workforce is important to us which is why we offer a fantastic range of flexible benefits to choose from, such as:

• 27 Days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)
• Up to 10% Matched Contribution Pension
• Peel Ports Flexible Benefits including salary sacrifice car scheme, healthcare cash plans, Cycle2Work Scheme, Critical Illness insurance, Gym Membership Scheme, Retail Vouchers, plus more!
• Commitment to learning and personal development – Last year we supported over 50,000 hours of training and personal development!
• We promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to colleagues via our Employee Assistance Programme when required