Deckhand - ERRV in Kingswells

Start date 29th August 2026. Permanent contract. 4 weeks on/off rotation

Suitable candidates require to have a minimum of 6 months relevant sea time and have worked as a Deckhand previously, preferably on an ERRV vessel.

In return we offer a competitive salary, 28 days on/off rotation, contributory pension scheme and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

Required certificates:

• STCW Personal Survival Techniques (A-VI/1-1)




• STCW Fire Fighting and Fire Prevention (A-VI/1-2)




• STCW Elementary First Aid (A-VI/1-3)




• STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibility (A-VI/1-4)




• Seafarers medical.

Preferred certificates:

• OPITO ITSO (or Medical Aid and Rescue Care)




• OPITO FRC Boatman

Deckhand is responsible for the following:

The execution of duties as designated by watch keeping rota. Deckhand is responsible to the Watch Keeping Officer on Watch for any / all duties.

• Responsible to the Coxswain when engaged as a Rescue Craft crew member.




• Deckhands should be familiar with the use of Breathing Apparatus and possess basic Fire Fighting Skills.




• Forming part of both the vessel's on board Emergency Response team, and Rescue Craft's whereby applicable.




• Monitoring safe working practices of shore contractors during periods of maintenance




• Actively promoting and progressing the company Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental Policy.




• Actively promoting inter-departmental communications.