Master (Crew Transfer Vessel) - 3 On 3 Off

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

Job : (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'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.

• 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.

• 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.