Second Officer Edinburgh, Scotland
Job description
Marine Scotland is the lead marine management organisation in Scotland. It was established in April 2009 as a Directorate of the Scottish Government (SG), to integrate core marine functions involving scientific research, compliance monitoring, policy and management of Scotland's seas.
The Marine Patrol Vessels are involved in monitoring compliance with International, UK and National rules and regulations of licensed activities in the marine environment around Scotland out to 200 miles and beyond when required. This includes enforcing UK, EU and International fisheries laws and regulations. This is intended to assist the conservation of fish stocks and in creating the conditions necessary for the existence of a modern and sustainable sea fishing industry.
The Marine Research Vessels’ main function is to ensure efficient and effective provision at sea to support the work of the scientific programme within Marine Scotland. Information gathered on research cruises is essential to the success of the scientific programme. To ensure this success both Marine Research Vessels are fitted with a wide range of deployment and recovery facilities for fishing gear and equipment, scientific and environmental sensors, and data gathering systems.
There are currently vacancies available for the post of second officer based on board Marine Scotland vessels. The posts are primarily based on our compliance vessels. However it is expected that the successful candidate will also be prepared to work on the scientific vessels if required as well as undertake assignments on smaller compliance vessels as part of the Inshore Protection Programme.
The Marine Protection Vessels are Minna, Jura and Hirta. Minna is 47 metres in length and both Jura and Hirta are 84 metres in length. These vessels carry out patrols which normally last 21 days. Marine Scotland Compliance also operate a number of smaller independent craft within the inshore protection programme.
MRV Alba Na Mara and MRV Scotia are 27 metres and 69 metres in length respectively. Research cruises vary in length, but generally are no more than 22 days.
All vessels work double crewing allowing for trip on/trip off rostering.
- Assist Commanding Officer to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the vessel.
- British Sea Fishery Officer duties.
- Responsible officer on mooring stations.
- Navigating Officer and responsible to the Commanding Officer for Passage Planning, maintenance of charts and nautical publications, Responsible for the upkeep and filing of Publications supplied by the contracted chart Agent as part of the new edition service.
- Ensuring bridge and navigational equipment is operational, and informing Commanding Officer of any deficiencies.
- Inspecting and ensuring that all lifesaving, portable fire fighting equipment and pollution prevention equipment are maintained in good condition and ready for immediate use and reporting any deficiencies to Commanding Officer.
- The upkeep of muster lists, SOLAS training manual, and records pertaining to inspections and maintenance of lifesaving and portable fire fighting equipment.
- Designated GMDSS operator responsible for radio communications during distress incidents, carrying out radio stations tests, and maintaining radio logbook.
- Other duties at the discretion of the Commanding Officer.
- Boarding Officer duties and associated duties when assigned to the Inshore Protection Programme.
Competencies:
Communications and Engagement
Improving Performance
Analysis and Use of Evidence
Self-Awareness
Candidates must hold –
A minimum of an Unlimited Officer of the Watch certificate of competency.
All STCW qualifications
Valid ENG 1 Unlimited area
Security Duties Certificate
Essential Criteria:
1. Recent experience of being a sea going Officer of the Watch and bridge watch keeping officer, with an up-to-date knowledge of the marine industry and can demonstrate the ability to work safely to high standards in a marine environment.
2. Proven experience of carrying out passage planning, chart corrections and be able to maintain marine publications to ensure adherence to the Safety Management System.
3. Well organised, and able to respond to competing priorities, adapting skills to changing circumstances whilst in a small team.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, confident in dealing with staff at all levels.
Interview and Assessment: Dates to be confirmed
Minimum time in post:
You will be expected to remain in post for a minimum of three years unless successful at gaining promotion to a higher Band or Grade.
In the event that further posts are required, a reserve list of successful candidates will be kept for up to 12 months.
HOW TO APPLY & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
You must fully complete and submit an online application via the website before the closing date using evidence based examples to demonstrate your knowledge/skills (300 words). Remember, your answers should be clear, concise and reflect what actions you undertook. You may want to use the STAR(R) approach to respond to each criterion.
Additional information:
For information regarding this post please contact [email protected]
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