Assistant Harbour Master – (Kent)

Assistant Harbour Master – Permanent – Kent – Excellent package

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK’s largest Port Authorities based in Gravesend, Kent.

You will have the ability to manage your own responsibilities, whilst working as part of a team, directing, and coordinating the provision of a safe, cost-effective and efficient service throughout the river that meets relevant statutory requirements for safe navigation.

Responsibilities include:

• Undertake investigation of navigational and byelaw infringements obtain and retain evidence for potential prosecution and seek to establish causes of incidents and near misses and a means of resolution.
• Liaise with the promoters of events, filming, river related stunts and firework displays as required by the district Harbour Masters to determine their viability. Plan, organise and supervise the port authorities involvement in such events including standard events letter.
• Represent the port authority on tideway rowing and all other recreational matters on the Thames
• Enforcement of illegally moored vessels and Vessel Licensing issues throughout the Port
• Management of the PEC process across both Districts
• Provide administrative support to the CHM department as required

Experience Required:

• An MCA Boat master’s License, STCW CoC or other relevant qualification or experience.
• Good presentation, interpersonal and communication skills
• Hold or can obtain an MCA approved UK Harbour master’s Certificate.
• Proactive, innovative approach to smarter working and improved efficiencies.
• Be able to exercise professional conduct with stakeholders, contractors, third parties and the public.
• Can work under pressure and time restraints independently.
• A working knowledge of the tidal Thames would be beneficial but full training will be provided to the successful candidate.

You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.

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