Tug Master
Tug Master
Tug Master
Targe Towing Limited is a subsidiary of the Forth Ports Group and operates a modern fleet of vessels in support of Port, Harbour and Terminal operating in across Scotland and beyond.
Due to significant success and continued growth, we are recruiting for a professional Master to join our team in Scotland to operate ASD/ATD/ Voith Harbour Tugs. Whilst business needs may change the base location of the Tugs, we are looking for individuals who can readily travel to our Forth, Leith or other Scotland sites.
About this role
Your key responsibilities will include:
Commanding and operating the vessel i.a.w. Regulations and this SMS
Conducting onboard annual reviews of the SMS and proposing new procedures, improvements and/or amendments when appropriate
Ensuring that all relevant Rules, Regulations, Codes, Guidelines and Publications are held onboard, are in-date and are handled i.a.w. the Controlled Document Procedure
Ensuring that the vessel is manned i.a.w. Flag regulations
Ensuring that all new crew members carry out the familiarisation, induction and OJT process
Drafting and testing contingency plans for all conceivable onboard emergencies
Conducting inspections i.a.w the Maintenance Management System (MMS)
Conducting safety drills i.a.w. SMS and Flag regulations
Ensuring that routine maintenance is carried out i.a.w. MMS
Investigating all non-conformities, near misses, dangerous occurrences and accidents and reporting them to the Company
Making monthly reports as required by SMS, MMS and as required for the routine management of the vessel and crew
Ensuring that the Deck Logbook is kept to a satisfactory standard
Ensuring that the vessel is kept in compliance with its waste management system
Chairing safety meetings and recording action minutes
Ensuring the Control of Work system is operating effectively as the accountable person with overall responsibility
Conducting weekly accommodation inspection and recording such in the Deck Log Book
Identifying training needs of crewmembers
Conducting or assisting in periodical appraisals for crewmembers, especially as they relate to training needs analysis
Monitoring the validity of all Flag and relevant Class Certificates
Keeping the Company informed of any important, urgent or controversial issue
Monitoring crew morale and exercising leadership in resolving any personnel problem
Building on the principles of teamwork
Dealing with disciplinary or grievance matters i.a.w. SMS
Conducting an environmental audit and SOPEP review at least annually which is aimed at identifying efficiencies in consumptions and waste and reducing the vessel’s environmental footprint
Issuing Master’s standing Orders as deemed necessary
What are we looking for:
Experienced Tug Master with minimum certification Master 500gt
Good Harbour Towage experience is essential
Offshore towage experience is extremely desirable
Good leadership, delegation and teamwork skills
Exceptional Health, Safety & Risk Management awareness
Must have full UK working rights
What we can offer you:
Full-time, permanent contract: 2 weeks on/off rota or 3 weeks on/off rota
Competitive salary
Private medical insurance
Generous pension contribution
Additional annual allowance for unlimited certification
All food included & live aboard for two or three week rotation
Other company benefits and schemes available (cycle to work, health care…) upon time served.
