3rd Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Description
A challenging and rewarding opportunity exists for a highly motivated Third Officer within the NorthLink Ferries fleet.
Context/Job Purpose
The Third Officer is responsible to the Chief Officer and Master at all times. During Bridge Watchkeeping and Loading Officer duties the Third Officer has functional authority over the Deck crew assigned to the watch.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
1. In charge of a Navigational Watch.
2. In charge of car deck operations during loading/discharging during designated periods.
3. Assist in the maintenance and upkeep of charts, including electronic charts, and all nautical publications, including in electronic format, if required.
4. Emergency Duties as per Muster List.
5. Partake in weekly Emergency Drills.
5. Ensuring that all L.S.A. & F.F.A. are in good working order and up to date as per the planned maintenance system.
6. Upkeep of records in approved planned maintenance system as per designated areas of responsibility.
8. Any other duties required by the Chief Officer or Master.
Certification Requirements
Essential
· Officer of the Watch Unlimited Certificate of Competency
· GMDSS GoC
· ENG 1 – No restrictions
· Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques
· Proficiency in Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting
· Proficiency in Elementary First Aid
· Proficiency in Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities
· Proficiency in Security Awareness
· Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
· Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats
· Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting
· Proficiency in Medical First Aid
· HELM Operational Level
· ECDIS Generic (May be included with NAEST)
· NAEST (O)
· Crowd Management
Desirable
· Chief Officer Unlimited CoC
· Crisis Management
· ECDIS Type specific
· Certificate of Proficiency in Passenger Safety, Cargo safety and Hull Integrity on Ro-Ro Passenger ships
· Crew Resource Management
· Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats
· Training in Carriage of Dangerous Goods
· Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
Place of Work
The Third Officer may be required to work on any vessel owned, managed or chartered by the ship owner out of the Northern Isles locations that the operator has vessels operating. The normal work pattern is two weeks on/off with annual leave.
It is preferred that Candidates live within the local vicinity of our Ports (Aberdeen, Orkney & Shetland).
To apply please register and apply via our recruitment portal -
https://northlinkferries.ankaarecruiter.com/JobSeeker/
Closing Date for Applications: 5 May 2023
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £49,163.00-£51,638.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Free or subsidised travel
- Free parking
- Gym membership
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 05/05/2023
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 3rd Officer roles across Serco Ferries (Guernsey) Crewing Ltd'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 £49,163 - £51,638 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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