Ferry Skipper
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Position Overview & Specifications
CLASSIFICATION: BOATMASTER
REPORTING TO: GENERAL MANAGER/MANAGING DIRECTOR
JOB FUNCTION: TO OPERATE VESSEL IN SAFE AND ORGANISED FASHION, TO MANAGE ITS CREW AND TO ENSURE CUSTOMERS SAFETY IS MET AT ALL TIMES
Principal Responsibilities
- To ensure the vessel meets Company and legal safety standards so our passengers remain safe and enjoy their experience on board.
- To follow relevant regulations and comply with the requirements of the Company’s Safety Management System.
- To ensure that your crew follow and comply with these regulations and requirements.
- To navigate your vessel safely in accordance with the Collision Regulations and local by-laws.
- To ensure that all required documentation are always completed and looked after.
- To be responsible for and facilitate onboard safety training for crew members.
- To manage your vessel’s operations including sailing to a schedule, and crew breaks.
- To always ensure safe mooring of your vessel and be responsible for the safe embarkation and disembarkation of passengers and crew members.
- To provide a safety announcement after leaving each landing.
- To carry out daily and periodic checks of all safety equipment and machinery.
- To report any deficiencies or issues using the Company’s maintenance request procedure.
- To check the vessel’s fuel level and if necessary, fuel the vessel before entering it into service.
- Requirement to work unsocial hours and provide on-call cover.
- To be responsible for crew training and emergency drills.
- To ensure the vessel has an adequate supply of fresh water on board prior to commencing service.
- To ensure the vessel is clean, tidy, and always well presented.
- All other duties requested by the manager.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Essential Criteria
- Applicants should possess as a minimum STCW2010:
- Personal Survival Techniques- Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities- Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting- Elementary First Aid
- ENG1 Medical Certificate (no limitations)
- Boat Master Tier 1 Level 2.
- Passenger ship endorsement.
- Command experience
Desirable Criteria
- STCW II/3 Master (Near Coastal, 500GT) CoC
- Valid UK Drivers Licence
- Experience operating a RoRo ferry
- A working knowledge of the Rathlin sound area
- Knowledge of the travel & Tourism industry
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £38,700.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free or subsidised travel
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ballycastle: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Teir 1 Level 2 Boatmaster qualification or equivalent (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 23/05/2023
Expected start date: 31/05/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Ferry Skipper roles across Rathlin Ferry's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £38,700 - £38,700 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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