Dock Head Supervisor

SEAHAM HARBOUR

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Job Title: Dockhead Supervisor

Reports to: Port Manager

Key Responsibilities: -

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Pilot Boats & Dock Gates

• Ensure compliance with the Port Marine Safety Code and the Company’s Quality System.
• Carry out the safe and effective operation of the dock gates
• Liaising with marine Pilots in terms of shipping and operational requirements of the tide
• Maintenance and upkeep of 2 pilot boats including annual surveys, inspections & compliance with the small commercial vessel code of practice.
• Mooring of vessels.
• Oversee the maintenance of dock infrastructure including inspection and upkeep of ladders, lifebuoys, fendering, bollards and navigational aids.
• Overseeing maintenance of the Dock Gate System
• Procurement of PPE, chandlery, ropes, chains, shackles, and workshop consumables.
• Pilot Boat Operation – Minimum requirement for pilot boat duties is RYA advanced power boat certificate or an MCA boat masters licence. Training can be provided.

Hours of Work: 48 hour basic working week which will include weekend work.

Periods of 4 hours over each high water.

Minimum Qualification : Preferably educated to marine engineer apprenticeship

Holidays: 25 days per annum

Salary: A competitive salary accompanies the post and will reflect experience / qualification.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Seaham Harbour, Durham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 28/02/2023