AddressReports to: Port Manager
Vacancy Ref: 2381-SB
Contract: Seasonal (May - September)
Rate of pay: £12.00 per hour
Location: Brodick, Ardrossan, Troon
Hours per week: 1 x 50 hours per week
Date advertised: 05 February 2024
Closing date: 19 February 2024
CalMac Ferries Limited
CalMac Ferries Limited is the UK's largest ferry operator in terms of ships and destinations served and one of the largest transport operators in Scotland.
It is a multi-award-winning ferry and port operation and ship management specialist providing essential lifeline services and logistical support to island and remote communities.
For more information, please visit our website at www.calmac.co.uk/corporate/about-us
Benefits of a career with CalMac Ferries Limited
- A rewarding career
- A competitive salary
- Excellent training, development, and career progression
- 28 days annual leave (pro-rata)
- Staff travel pass for yourself, spouse/partner, and dependents
Role Overview
Reporting to the Port Manager you will be responsible for the security of the pier buildings and vessels connected to the port, for the call-out of crew in the event of an emergency or bad weather, overseeing a telephone watch in case of emergency call-outs by Fire, Police and Ambulance, monitoring and adjusting the gangway as necessary to maintain a safe access to the vessels. The successful candidate will be required to work ten-hour shifts. You are expected to have a flexible approach to working as the shift pattern will be variable and dependant on local circumstances. You must be customer focused, have a clear understanding of the customer interface, and have a proactive approach to customer care.
Functional Responsibilities/Key Tasks
- The security of pier buildings and vessels
- Maintaining a telephone watch in case of emergency call-outs by Fire, Police and Ambulance
- Call-out of crew in the event of an emergency or bad weather which would require the ferries to leave port for more sheltered conditions.
- Any other duties required by the Port Manager
Our People: Values & Behaviours
To navigate the waters, ensuring life thrives wherever we are
PEOPLE FIRST
We lead by example and inspire others to give their best.
We work constructively with colleagues in a 'one team' spirit.
LOCALITY
We put the customer at the heart of everything we do.
We are accountable for our actions and performance.
BRAVERY
We demonstrate good judgement and decision making.
We act with integrity in all that we do.
The recruitment Information pack is designed to provide you with as much information as possible, relevant to the role and the recruitment process.
CalMac Ferries Limited is an equal opportunity employer; as such our selection processes are designed to promote equality of opportunity for all.
If you have any further queries, please contact HR Services by email at vacancies@davidmacbraynehr.co.uk
The Selection Process
Application
It is important that you demonstrate on your CV how you meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined within the Job Description.
Shortlisting
We will evaluate your suitability for the role by assessing your qualifications, skills and experience.
Interview
To ensure you are in the best position to perform to your highest standards during our selection process, make sure you review the competencies outlined in the Job Description and have prepared examples of times you have successfully demonstrated these behaviours in the past.
Data
If you apply for this role and your application is unsuccessful, we will, as part of the Equality Act 2010, retain your application for 1 year after the role is filled and then destroy this.
