Launch Deckhand - ORK09854

Advert ENTERPRISE AND RESOURCES Marine Services, Transportation and Harbour Master Launch Deckhand 37 hours per week (average) Permanent £38,667 - £41,395 / £20.04 - £21.45 per hour (including shift allowance and Distant Islands Allowance) Applications …...

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ENTERPRISE AND RESOURCES

Marine Services, Transportation and Harbour Master

Launch Deckhand

37 hours per week (average)

Permanent

£38,667 - £41,395 / £20.04 - £21.45 per hour (including shift allowance and Distant Islands Allowance)

Applications are invited for a Launch Deckhand within Marine Services and Transportation.

Extensive experience of working on small boats and knowledge of Orkney Waters is essential. You must be in possession of a proficiency in Medical First Aid or MCA equivalent, Basic Sea Survival Certificate and MCA Basic Fire Fighting Certificate.

You must also hold a ML5 medical examination certificate or MCA equivalent.

You will be working on a 12-hour rota system, 3 weeks on, 3 weeks off, with annual leave built in.

This post is subject to Level 1 Disclosure Scotland clearance.

If you require further information about the post please contact Douglas Manson, Deputy Harbour Master. Email: douglas.manson@orkney.gov.uk or Tel: 01856 873636

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 16 November 2025

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.

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