Current Vacancies
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two temporary (3 year) Efficient Deck Hand’s (EDH’s) to serve on board the ZEVI 1, an opportunity to be part of a 3-year innovative project to accelerate the decarbonisation of the maritime sector in Orkney on a new high speed foiling vessel with zero emission technology.
For more information on the vessels, and the project please follow the link below:
Electric Orkney | Orkney Ferries
There will be a requirement to cover on other routes as required.
Certification required for this position is as detailed below, however training will be provided if a candidate does not hold any/or some of the certifications:
- EDH Certificate
- Valid ENG 1 medical certificate
- STCW PSSR
- STCW Elementary First Aid
- STCW Personal Survival Techniques
- STCW Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting (3-day course).
Ideally candidates should also hold the following, but training will be provided for the right candidate.
- STCW Crowd Management
- STCW Crisis Management and Human behaviour
- STCW Passenger Safety Cargo Safety and Hull Integrity
The salary scale is £36,807 to £38,825 inclusive of DIA which is currently £2,997, subject to qualifications and experience. The Company operates a contributory pension scheme currently at 15% and a sick pay scheme.
For further details please contact recruitment@orkneyferries.co.uk
To apply, please fill out the below application form and return it using the 'Apply Now' link. Paper application forms are available from the Orkney Ferries Office, Shore Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1LG
- CV's will not be accepted -
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two temporary (3 year) Master’s to serve on board the ZEVI 1, an opportunity to be part of a 3-year innovative project to accelerate the decarbonisation of the maritime sector in Orkney on a new high speed foiling vessel with zero emission technology.
For more information on the vessels, and the project please follow the link below:
Electric Orkney | Orkney Ferries
There will be a requirement to cover on other routes as required.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced officers to fill this post. Applicants must hold as minimum:
- STCW Certificate of Competency as Master 200GT / Yacht master Offshore commercially endorsed / Boat masters license (must cover Orkney). Consideration will be given to candidates with a higher qualification
- Small boat radar qualification or higher
- GMDSS GOC
- Valid ENG1
- Updated STCW Personal Survival Techniques
- Updated STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, Advanced
- Updated STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
- Updated STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
- Updated STCW Medical Care Onboard Ship
Ideally candidates should also hold the following, but training will be provided for the right candidate.
- STCW Crowd Management
- STCW Crisis Management and Human Behaviour
- STCW Passenger Safety, Cargo Safety and Hull Integrity
Candidates should have proven experience of being in a command position on a vessel, as well as boat handling. Experience as a Master on a high-speed craft would be beneficial.
The successful candidate should be willing to attend simulator training, EV vessel electrical courses, or any other relevant training as required by the Company.
The successful candidate will be required to adhere to the company’s policies, including the Drug and Alcohol Policy which includes provision for random testing without cause.
The salary scale is £49,371 up to £58,243 inclusive of DIA which is currently £2,997, subject to qualifications and experience. The Company operates a contributory pension scheme currently at 15% and a sick pay scheme.
For further details please contact recruitment@orkneyferries.co.uk
To apply, please fill out the below application form and return it using the 'Apply Now' link. Paper application forms are available from the Orkney Ferries Office, Shore Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1LG
- CV's will not be accepted -
A permanent vacancy exists for a General Purpose Deck Rating to serve on board Orkney Ferries vessels, primarily on the Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre service, however you will be required to cover on other routes as required.
Duties will be varied between deck rating, purser or cook as required. This post will require a high level of interaction with the travelling public. On duty periods will be defined by the shift rota for the position.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced officers to fill this post. Applicants must hold as minimum:
- Valid ENG 1 medical certificate.
- STCW PSSR.
- STCW Elementary First Aid.
- STCW Personal Survival Techniques.
- STCW Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting (3-day course).
Ideally candidates should also hold the following, but training will be provided for the right candidate.
- STCW Crowd Management
- STCW Crisis Management and Human behaviour
- STCW Passenger Safety Cargo Safety and Hull Integrity
- Elementary Food Hygiene
Efficient Deck Hand (EDH) is desirable, but candidates not holding an EDH will be considered and will be required to gain their EDH certificate within 2 years.
Candidates must be prepared to reside on Rousay when on duty shift.
The salary scale is £34,904 to £38,825 inclusive of DIA which is currently £2,997, subject to qualifications and experience.
The Company operates a contributory pension scheme currently at 15% and a sick pay scheme.
For further details please contact recruitment@orkneyferries.co.uk
To apply, please fill out the below application form and return it using the 'Apply Now' link. Paper application forms are available from the Orkney Ferries Office, Shore Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1LG
- CV's will not be accepted -
A vacancy exists for a Technical Deckhand to serve on board Orkney Ferries vessels.
This is a permanent position. The Rota for this is 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off plus an additional 4 weeks annual leave per complete year. Minimum certification required for this position is:
- STCW small Vessel second engineer or higher or a proven engineering background with MCA AEC part I & II.
- Additional Engineering training may be considered for otherwise strong candidates who are short of any of the above MCA qualifications.
- Valid ENG1.
- EDH Certificate.
- STCW PSSR.
- STCW Elementary First Aid.
- Updated STCW Personal Survival Techniques.
- Updated STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting.
Ideally candidates should also hold the following, but training will be provided for the right candidate.
- STCW Crowd Management.
- STCW Passenger Safety, Cargo Safety and Hull Integrity.
- STCW Crisis Management and Human Behavior.
- Updated STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats.
- MCA Approved Engine Course (part 1 and 2), or Marine Engine Operator License.
The salary scale is £43,828 up to £48,482 p.a. inclusive of DIA which is currently £2,997, subject to qualifications and experience. The Company operates a contributory pension scheme currently at 15% and a sick pay scheme.
For further details please contact recruitment@orkneyferries.co.uk
To apply, please fill out the below application form and return it using the 'Apply Now' link. Paper application forms are available from the Orkney Ferries Office, Shore Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1LG
- CV's will not be accepted -