Chief Mate

**About Aggregate Industries UK**

We are at the heart of construction, committed to building progress and transforming the industry to deliver a more sustainable future for all. We are recognised as one of the safest, most customer-focused companies in this space and we are looking for you to be part of our movement to grow, innovate and develop together to create continuous value. Join today and build progress with us.

**The Opportunity**

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a permanent Chief Mate to join us, working onboard our dredger which operates from our Portsmouth Wharf and deployed on short coastal passages. As second-in-command, you’ll be part of a dynamic, professional and supportive team - working 3 weeks on and 3 weeks off rotation.
- With your experience as a Chief Mate/ Officer you’ll help ensure that the vessel is operated in a safe and efficient manner and in compliance with all applicable rules and regulations at all times.
- You will support the master of the vessel in all aspects of day-to-day operation of the vessel.
- As the Head of Deck Department, you will be responsible for organisation and management of crew with respect to operational, safety and maintenance tasks.
- As Safety Officer, you will be responsible for checking and maintaining safety equipment and carrying out safety drills and training sessions.
- You will be performing navigational duties and undertake the dredging operations as required by the Master.

**Who you are**
- You’ll be a proven leader from your past experience as a Chief Mate/ Officer and confident to make decisions
- You’ll be passionate towards Health & Safety, and help ensure that the highest level of care and safety is followed at all times.
- You’ll already hold;
- A UK Certificate of Competency (CoC) or a UK CEC (minimum Chief Mate Unlimited)
- ENG1 or equivalent Seafarer medical fitness certificate
- All valid STCW certification
- You’ll be willing to take further certificates such as Pilot Exemptions Certificate (PEC)

**Benefits**

Excellent work life balance through working a 3 weeks on & 3 weeks off rotation, Enhanced pension.

**We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.**

**CLOSING DATE**:
2023-02-27