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As we grow, we look to employ people with the right skills and experience that understand the importance of maintaining and improving our services.

Scillonian

Key dates

Start Date: Late February 2025

Closing Date: 3rd January 2025

To apply

Download the word application form and email it to:

recruitment@issg.co.uk

(Please note: all prospective candidates must complete an application form as part of the recruitment process.)

Seasonal Able Seaman

Location

Onboard Company Vessels

Hours

2 week on/off rotation

We are seeking a seasonal Able Seaman to work onboard Scillonian III for a temporary period between late February to early November working out of Penzance on a 2 week on/off rotation.

The Isles of Scilly Steamship Group is unique in the UK in terms of its breadth of transport operations including shipping, airline and airport services; providing lifeline links for both passengers and freight between the Isles of Scilly and the mainland.

The Group operates the Gry Maritha, which provides all year-round freight services to the Isles of Scilly and the Scillonian III passenger vessel which operates March to November.

 

Duties:

  • Perform vessel mooring, gangway and cargo operations
  • Assist passengers when boarding and disembarking vessels
  • Maintenance including rope work, painting, greasing and cleaning of accommodation, deck, hold and machinery spaces as directed
  • Watch keeping duties, including become proficient as a helmsman

 

Requirements:

  • Minimum requirement: Navigational Watch Rating certificate, EDH and PSCRB
  • Designated Security Duties
  • Mandatory STCW certificates
  • ENG1 medical certificate.
  • Must hold Right to Work in the UK

 

Strong candidates not holding all the above mandatory certificates may still be considered.

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Please call us on +44(0) 1736 334220
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