The Authority's staff members are a valuable asset with a wealth of knowledge and experience.

Opportunities for training and education are taken when appropriate to ensure a high standard of health, safety and environmental compliance is maintained throughout all departments.

Current Vacancies

Engineer / Boatcrew

Closing Date: 12:00pm, Friday 2nd August

A Full-time permanent vacancy has arisen for Engineer / Boatcrew with relevant experience to work on the Authority's vessels.

Preference will be given to applicants who hold a minimum of a MCA Engineer Officer Certificate or a MCA Engineer Officer Certificate (Fishing Vessel), or equivalent and reside within 15 minutes of Lerwick Harbour.

While the post is predominantly engineering based, you will also be required to undertake other general deck duties.

It is also desirable for applicants to hold a Boatmaster's Licence, commercially endorsed RYA/MCA Powerboat Certificate - Level 2 or equivalent.

Experience in skippering vessels would also be advantageous but not essential.

Applicants must be physically fit and capable of passing the MCA Medical Examination for Seafarers (ENG 1).

The permanent post is on a fixed salary basis on a 28-day rota system.

For further information regarding the post contact Captain Alexander Simpson or Captain Neil Arthur on (01595) 692991.

To receive an application pack please contact our reception on (01595) 692991 or via email: info@lerwick-harbour.co.uk

Applications marked "Private and Confidential" should be submitted before 12 noon on Friday 2 August 2024 to:

Captain Calum Grains, Chief Executive

Lerwick Port Authority, Albert Building, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0LL

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