Job Description

Master (Fixed Term)

With employment to commence immediately we are seeking to recruit a fixed term Master on our Lymington – Yarmouth service. The successful candidate will hold a Master Unlimited Certificate of Competency and preferably have previous experience gained as a Master or Chief Officer working on ferries.

You will be required to show strong skills in:

• Leadership and Management
• Ship handling
• Bridge Team Management
• On Board Operations
• Communication skills at all levels afloat and ashore.
• Crew Development

As Master, you will lead standards on board. These include:

• The effective implementation and development of the Safety Management System
• Develop a culture of continuous improvement
• Operational efficiency and punctuality
• Effective engagement by all crew members with the customer
• Active support for the development of all aspects of customer service
• Prompt circulation of relevant company operations and safety communications
• Crew performance, attendance and reliability
• Crew appearance and presentation
• Planned and Corrective Maintenance

In return we offer a competitive salary and the opportunity to work at sea but still go home at night!

Wightlink employees enjoy a comprehensive range of travel and retail benefits.

To apply, please email your CV and covering letter to tillyatkinson@wightlink.co.uk.

Closing date for applications: 31 July 2019