Ship Security Operative

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Description

Applications are invited for the position of Ship Security Operative within the Serco NorthLink Ferries fleet.

Context/Job Purpose

As a Security Operative, the candidate will work under the instruction of the Chief Officer.

Minimum Certification

· Valid ENG1 Medical

· STCW Personal Survival Techniques

· STCW Proficiency in Designated Security Duties.

Desired but not essential Certification

· STCW Fire Fighting and Fire Prevention

· STCW Elementary First Aid

· STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibility

Duties and Responsibilities

· As directed by the Chief Officer.

At Sea

· Conduct hourly security rounds.

· Monitor passenger behaviour.

· Assist passengers as required.

· When not completing other duties at the discretion of the Chief Officer, maintain a visible presence in passenger areas.

· Maintain relevant security records.

In Port

· The tending of the gangway and access as necessary.

· Assisting with passenger operations as directed by the Officer on Watch or the Chief Officer.

· Any other duties assigned to them by the Chief Officer, OOW or the Master and legitimate requests by other Officers.

· Assist with the loading of passenger vehicles and the collection of boarding cards

Benefits

· Competitive rates of pay

· 24 days (pro rata) annual leave

· Pension scheme, life assurance, wellbeing support, staff discounts

· Varied and interesting work - no day is the same at NorthLink Ferries

· Having the chance to work with and around friendly people - we have a great culture with high employee satisfaction

· The opportunity to work for a well-respected brand where people development is at the heart of our culture

Place of Work

The Security Operative may be required to work on any vessel owned, managed, or chartered by the ship owner out of the Northern Isles locations that the operator has vessels operating. The normal work pattern is two weeks on/off with annual leave.

The candidate should live within the local vicinity of our Aberdeen port.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £26,098.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Gym membership

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 21/11/2023