Trainee Marine Pilot

Job Description

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Minimum Requirements

To apply to be a Port of London Authority Pilot you must:

Be eligible to work in the UK – Find out more about eligibility
Hold a STCW II/2 Masters Unlimited Certificate of Competency, or have achieved this by the time of training commencement if successful (Evidence of Notice of Eligibility will be required)
Hold an unrestricted ENG1 medical certificate (or equivalent)
Hold a full current driving license
Be an excellent communicator and fluent in English, in particular when using VHF
Have good spatial awareness
Be decisive and able to act confidently
Be a team player with good I.T. skills

Desirable Skills

Experience of tug operations (berthing & unberthing)
Experience of working aboard a variety of commercial vessels
Knowledge of the Port Marine Safety Code
Local knowledge of the river Thames

These skills are desirable, however training will be provided for the right candidate

Key Accountabilities
Some of the key accountabilities of our Pilots:

Providing clear navigational advice and information on regulatory requirements to vessel masters
Supporting vessel masters in their communication with personnel and other vessels
Conduct of navigation and bridge management duties
Recording and submitting passage plans
Coordinating tug activity
Upholding the reputation of the Port of London Authority in the delivery of safe operations and excellent customer service

Department: Pilotage Operations
Locations: London River House
Yearly salary: £60,000 – £65,000
Employment type: Full-time