Greenock, PA15 2AR
Full time, Permanent, Working 6 weeks on, 6 weeks off
Competitive salary plus benefits
Serco Maritime deliver maritime support packages tailored to our customers’ needs all delivered within a national accreditation framework. As owners and operators of specialist vessels, from harbour workboats to oceangoing support vessels, we provide world class integrated maritime services both in the UK and abroad. Our vessels provide a range of support, which include for example: dive support, military training, submarine rescue exercises, target/test equipment deployment/recovery and passenger transfers.
The rotation for this role is 6 weeks on/6 weeks off. The vacancy offers an exciting opportunity for the right applicants to support a professional multi-skilled team, for customers who expect and deserve the best service.
The purpose of the Deck Rating is to act as the main labour force on board their appointed vessel. The Deck Rating will carry out a range of duties in the task of assisting in the safe operation of the vessel or the handling of its cargo.
Main duties:
Ship Husbandry / Operational Tasks.
Drive/operate deck machinery including cranes.
Assist in repair and routine planned maintenance of ship’s equipment.
To be fully conversant with the use of all safety equipment and emergency procedures.
Be aware of the company SMS. Specifically PTW / Tag Out Systems
Be aware of the Shipboard Management Team and Shipboard Safety Committee
Be familiar with safety routines. Ensuring necessary safeguards adhered to at all times.
What you’ll need to do the role:
Essential Qualifications:
MCA Certificate of Competency as an Able Seaman
STCW Basic Safety Courses / Refresher training.
STCW Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
Unrestricted ENG1
Methodical in approach
Good standard of education
Desirable Qualifications:
Manual Handling
Crane Certification
Manual Handling
Food Hygiene Certificate
Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must be able to hold security clearance.
What we Offer
Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews
Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period
Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community
Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.
To discover more about our careers in Defence, meet our team, and to find out more about what we offer, please follow this Link . We’re also a signatory of the UK Governments Women in Defence Charter, to find out more please click here .
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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.
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