Tug Master

We believe that towage is all about people. The success of our company depends on the people working for us. Their contribution, their added value to the organization, and their willingness to commit to our core values are all highly valued.

Our culture, our conduct, and our business approach are based on core values: Transparency & professional honesty, Teamwork & operational efficiency, Flexibility & innovation, and Excellence in customer care & service.

We are a highly ambitious company with an expanding footprint around the world. For the local team of Boluda Towage Scotland (Port of Nigg), we are recruiting a new colleague:

TUG MASTER

(Scotland - UK)
vacancy status

your job

Objective of position

The Tug Master presides over the crew of his ship. In this role, you are responsible for adequate management of the tug and its crew, ensuring safe and optimal towage services, both in port and at sea, to contribute to the commercial and operational goals of the company.

The size of the crew is dependent on the region to be navigated, and the nature of the voyage. You represent the shipping company and its policy, and conducts effectively the services of Boluda Towage in our UK ports.

The Tug Master manages, executes, and monitors the maintenance of the vessel, ensuring that the vessel is in compliance with Class, Flag State, HSE-Q, and other compulsory regulations & operational requirements in a safe, effective and cost-efficient manner. Furthermore, you will ensure that spare parts, consumables, and inspections are planned and ordered on time.

The Tug Master reports hierarchical to the Operations Manager in the area and functional to the local Superintendent.

Key tasks

Responsible for the safe navigation, manoeuvring and mooring of the tug
Ensure towing services are performed safe and efficiently
Coach, train, evaluate and guide the tug crew and ensure tasks and duties are understood
Manage the tug in such a way that it is maintained well, and a pleasant work environment is created
Build and maintain relationships with clients, pilots, port authorities and other third parties, communicate effectively to ensure Boluda is considered a trustworthy and reliable service provider
Ensure accurate ship administration (planned maintenance system) and (monthly) reporting
Ensure the tug and its operations comply with company, flag state and legal requirements and all necessary certificates are up to date and complete
Report unsafe situations and actions to contribute to increased safety and awareness
Perform safety drills on a regular basis

What type of applicant are we looking for?

Education/certificates: Nautical school
Company mandatory training
Minimum 2-3 years of experience working on a tug, local port knowledge
Certificate Master, in line with the designated vessel and its operational area
Valid medical and training certificates, in compliance with flag state requirements
Fluent in English

Your talents:
Team player: build and maintain the team morale
Motivating colleagues: inspiring enthusiasm in others and encouraging others to take initiative
Flexible attitude
Taking initiative: taking action, rather than waiting passively to see what happens
Find practical solutions for problems
Adaptability: responds immediately and adequately to unexpected and urgent matters
Professional attitude: actively focusing on and achieving or exceeding results
Communicational skills: effectively transferring thoughts and expressing ideas to individuals or groups both written and verbally.

We offer:
A dynamic career with the global market leading towage provider
Attractive terms and conditions
Working within a small team in Scotland
Enthusiastic, motivated, and passionate colleagues
An interesting job environment in the port of Nigg / Scotland
CHALLENGE US. CHALLENGE YOURSELF.

If you are enthusiastic about ports, feeling connected to the maritime industry and keen on bringing your dedication and talent into a challenging and a dynamic working environment, then we should meet. We invite you to submit your motivation letter and CV, by filling out the online application form on our website.

For more information about the vacancy, please contact our HR Manager UK, Melanie Cain via office phone: +44 151 207 8543.

*** Acquisition regarding this vacancy is not appreciated ****

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