Master in Fareham, Hampshire

Company Description

Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects. Being a Boskalis crew member means working hard and exceeding expectations. It also means enjoying life at sea in good company of your proud and diverse team. At the end of the day, it’s you and your colleagues who are creating new horizons. On top of that, we offer our crew fixed schedules, guaranteed deployment and attractive contracts. Boskalis believes in craftsmanship and personal growth. So with hard work and dedication, there is always room to work your way up to a higher rank.

Dredging is one of our traditional core activities. Boskalis is famous for projects like the expansion of the Suez Canal and the extension of the Maasvlakte at the Port of Rotterdam. Creation of new nature areas like the Markerwadden is something we contribute to. Combining our state-of-the-art fleet, equipment and incredible manpower, we’re able to achieve projects that no one believed were even possible.

Job Description

Make your mark as a Master at Boskalis! The Master is in overall command of the multicat vessel and day-to-day liaison with the customer.

Main Tasks:

• Providing leadership towards achieving the safety objectives of the company.
• Understanding and ensuring compliance with relevant company’s (safety) guidelines and procedures (especially the NINA safety behaviour program).
• Ensures that all instructions from the Operations Department and Client are fully documented and implemented.
• Ensures all measures to prevent pollution of the environment are exercised.
• Continually reviews and upholds the operational efficiency, morale and welfare of Officers and Ratings.
• To be fully aware of all factors affecting the immediate operation of the ship.
• Upon taking command, the Master will be confident in the details of the construction manoeuvrability, navigation and other equipment.
• To be fully conversant with Merchant Shipping Legislation and the requirements of authorities at each port of call.
• Ensures that the relevant provisions in such legislation pertaining to the operation of the vessel are fully adhered to.
• Is familiar with the specific status of the vessel and its relation to the standards as generally accepted in the shipping industry.
• Reports any deficiencies to the Technical and Operations departments.
• Issue “Standing Orders” to the Officers/Ratings for the efficient operation of the ship.
• Ensures all Company policies, procedures, temporary instruction and requirements are communicated to the crew thus ensuring that all Company requirements are fulfilled.
• Ensures that all records kept onboard and those submitted to the Operations and Technical Departments are completed neatly and accurately.
• Making daily inspections, where possible, of all parts of the vessel ensuring that high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and preservation are maintained.
• Ensures that all staff are neat and tidy wearing the appropriate uniform or working in the appropriate protective clothing.
• Undertakes relevant checks before departure on a sea passage including: ensuring that the vessel is in all respects prepared for the voyage, considering such factors as, stability, stress, trim and watertight integrity, ensures that there are sufficient bunkers for the voyage, including reserve.
• Conducts pre-departure briefs with the crew onboard and reviews and approves the voyage plan.
• In liaison with the Engineer, ensure that all voyage requirements are met.
• Supervises the vessel’s navigation when entering or leaving port, when in confined waters, approaching land or any danger, during fog or poor visibility or other adverse weather conditions.
• To be familiar with relevant contract terms and commercial requirements.
• Manage all accounts and record keeping, making sure that all cash onboard is properly held in a safe and that it is properly accounted for.
• The keys of the safe must be kept in the personal custody of the Master.
• Follow Company Procedures in the event of a breakdown, accident or incident causing damage to the vessel, pollution or damage to a third-party structure or ship.
• Give assistance to any ship in distress in accordance with International requirements. Any such assistance shall be reported immediately.
• Ensure that a schedule is maintained which indicates planned working hours and periods of rest for all watch-keepers.
• To monitor working hours and to keep records which verify that watch-keepers receive adequate rest periods according to requirements of STCW 95 as amended from time to time.
• In small vessels where there is no Chief Officer or Junior Officer, the Master shall assume the duties of those Officers.

Required Knowledge & Experience:

• Master <200GT>
• ENG1 Training to STCW Regulations
• Good command of English (written and spoken).
• Advanced knowledge of the applicable Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, classification and flag state requirements, local legislation and basic skills in ICT Office and fleet management systems.
• Thorough knowledge of operational process of the vessel and the equipment.
• Minimum qualification, RYA Yachtmaster Offshore (commercially endorsed).

What you can expect:

• A dynamic environment: A job where you can make an impact as part of a diverse, international team of experts.
• Rewarding conditions: A competitive salary, allowances, pension scheme.
• Career development: Plenty of opportunities to realise your full potential with training and development through our Boskalis Academy.

Extra information:

• Your team: Reporting to the Technical Manager, you will work as a Master with a specialist crew.
• Where you will work: This role is project based and you will work around the UK and Ireland.
• Full/part-time job: The position of Master is a full-time job. Your working pattern will be 2 weeks on 2 weeks off.

Next steps:

Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online and in the office. Once it’s clear we’re a good match, we’ll make you an offer – and look forward to welcoming you to the company.

Additional Information

Interested? Please apply by filling in your details and by uploading your motivation letter and CV on our careers site. We will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early. Please note that the position may be closed as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

Disclaimer for recruitment and selection agencies: We don’t accept any unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment and selection agencies.