Watch Manager (VTS) – Kent

Watch Manager (VTS) – Permanent – Kent, UK – Excellent package

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK’s largest Port Authorities based in Kent covering operations on the River Thames.

They have made a significant investment in VTS services and are building a new world class VTS centre designed to meet the future demands of growth on the river.

This has created an exciting opportunity for new Watch Manager positions responsible for leading and supervising a team of VTS Officers and the delivery of VTS services across the river

Responsibilities include:

• Supervise all operations room staff and the provision of VTS services within the Port Control Centre area of operation
• Liaise with the Head of Port Coordination as required to ensure efficient delivery of services and vessel movements.
• Supervise the safe and efficient delivery of a VTS Service
• Maintain close liaison with the MCA Coastguard Watch Officer with regard to emergency search and rescue/safety of life incidents.
• Control and coordinate the movements of the Harbour Servicer Launches to facilitate the safe movement of vessels as required within the port
• Manage and maintain a log of all incidents/accidents and all other relevant events occurring within the area of responsibility.

Experience Required:

This is an operational management position and applicants will need to demonstrate they can lead, motivate and manage a team in a pressurised environment through what will be significant change to our current operation.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced mariner or VTS Operator to join the business and play a part in shaping the next generation of VTS at the Port.

Excellent communication and decision-making skills are essential

Qualifications:

This role would be suitable for an experienced VTS Officer, ideally with management experience, or an experienced Mariner with a senior STCW certificate having served as Chief Officer or above.

You must have the right in the UK to be considered

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