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Assistant Harbour Master
Associated British PortsAssistant Harbour Master at ABP ensuring safe movement of vessels in Southampton's busiest port. Opportunities for leadership development within a large maritime operator.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates strong leadership in marine operations, ensuring compliance with the Port Marine Safety Code and effective vessel traffic management. Capable of making critical decisions in high-pressure environments while maintaining safety standards.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Marine BackgroundLeadership ExperiencePort Marine Safety Code KnowledgeVTS QualificationSTCW A-II/2 Certification
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Hard Skills
Vessel Traffic ManagementMarine Incident ResponsePilot Allocation CoordinationDangerous Cargo ManagementAids to Navigation Support
Soft Skills
Effective Decision-MakingExcellent CommunicationStakeholder Management
Certifications & Qualifications
C0103-1 VTS QualificationSTCW A-II/2 CertificationHarbour Master Qualification
Industry Keywords
MCA ComplianceIALA StandardsPort Marine Safety CodeSouthampton Area KnowledgeSolent Knowledge
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support the safe navigation of all vessels within the Southampton harbour area
- Exercise Harbour Master's Powers of Direction when required to maintain safety
- Lead the delivery of vessel traffic management plans and coordinate safe and efficient vessel movements
- Oversee the safe movement of dangerous cargoes through the port
- Support the performance and effectiveness of VTS operations and Aids to Navigation
- Coordinate pilot allocation and pilot transfer operations
- Contribute to the management of patrol and pilot launch services
- Provide an initial response during marine incidents and emergencies
- Maintain professional standards and compliance with MCA, IALA and Port Marine Safety Code requirements
- Provide leadership and direction to on-watch VTS and marine operational personnel
- Support wider marine projects and operational initiatives as required
Requirements
What you’ll need- Strong marine background with demonstrable leadership experience
- Sound knowledge of the Port Marine Safety Code and marine operational best practice
- Ability to make effective decisions in a fast-paced operational environment
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- C0103-1 VTS qualification (Supervisor endorsement) or willingness to undertake training (desirable)
- STCW A-II/2 seagoing certification or equivalent maritime competence (desirable)
- Harbour Master qualification (desirable)
- PEC or local endorsements / knowledge of the Southampton area and Solent (desirable)
Benefits
Comp & perks- Generous remuneration package
- Employer pension
- Private health insurance
- Other benefits