Master (Crew Transfer Vessel) – 3 On 3 Off

Position: Master (Crew Transfer Vessel) – 3 On 3 Off

Job ID: (phone number removed)

Location: UK Offshore (Various UK Ports)

Rate/Salary: Master 200 CoC: £295 per day during a 6-month probation, increasing by £8 per day after successful completion of probation. Master 500 CoC or Above: £315 per day plus £20 per day subsistence allowance, with an increase after successful completion of the 6-month probation period.

Benefits: Company pension, travel provided, training and development, career progression, offshore allowances (where applicable)

Type: Permanent

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors.

HSB Technical's client is a well-established operator within the offshore wind industry and is looking to recruit three Masters for their fleet of modern Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs). This is a permanent opportunity working a 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off rotation, operating from various UK ports supporting offshore wind farm operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Master (CTV) will be responsible for, but not limited to:

* Taking full command and responsibility for the safe operation of the vessel.

* Safely transporting technicians, contractors and equipment to and from offshore wind farms.

* Navigating the vessel in accordance with COLREGS, MCA regulations and the Company's Safety Management System (SMS).

* Leading, managing and mentoring onboard crew.

* Carrying out safe vessel approaches and personnel transfers to offshore structures.

* Ensuring compliance with statutory, flag state and class requirements.

* Maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.

* Completing passage planning, voyage documentation and vessel reports.

* Conducting toolbox talks and daily safety briefings.

* Overseeing planned maintenance activities onboard.

* Monitoring propulsion systems, auxiliary machinery and vessel equipment.

* Liaising with marine coordinators, clients and offshore control centres.

* Participating in emergency drills and exercises.

* Reporting defects and coordinating maintenance requirements.

* Maintaining vessel cleanliness and presentation.

* Promoting a strong safety culture onboard.

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate will have:

* UK MCA Master 200GT (Near Coastal) Certificate of Competency or higher.

* Previous experience as Master or Skipper onboard Crew Transfer Vessels, Workboats or similar commercial vessels.

* Valid STCW certification.

* Valid ENG1 Medical Certificate.

* GMDSS General Operators Certificate (GOC).

* Strong vessel handling and navigation skills.

* Experience operating in offshore or challenging weather conditions.

* Good understanding of marine diesel propulsion systems.

* Knowledge of planned maintenance systems.

* Computer literacy.

* Full UK Driving Licence.

* Valid Passport.

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd, who have been appointed to act as the recruitment consultancy for this role
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed