Motorman

Overview:
Would you like to work for an organisation that works towards protecting Scotland's seas for the benefit of all in Scotland? Can you demonstrate the relevant practical experience working as a motorman? Do you want to be part of an organisation committed to excellent work place culture, built on core values of integrity, honesty, objectivity and impartiality? If the answers to the above are yes, then this exciting opportunity to join the Scottish Government could be for you.

There are currently vacancies available for the post of Motorman on board Marine Scotland vessels. The posts are based on our compliance and science vessels.

Marine Scotland is the lead marine management organisation in Scotland. It was established in April 2009 as a Directorate of the Scottish Government (SG), to integrate core marine functions involving scientific research, compliance monitoring, policy and management of Scotland's seas. The Marine Patrol Vessels are involved in monitoring compliance with International, UK and National rules and regulations of licensed activities in the marine environment around Scotland and out to 200 miles and beyond when required. This includes enforcing UK, International fisheries laws and regulations. This is intended to assist the conservation of fish stocks and in creating the conditions necessary for the existence of a modern and sustainable sea fishing industry.

The Marine Research Vessels’ main function is to ensure efficient and effective provision at sea to support the work of the scientific programme within Marine Scotland. Information gathered on research cruises is essential to the success of the scientific programme. To ensure this success both Marine Research Vessels are fitted with a wide range of deployment and recovery facilities for fishing gear and equipment, scientific and environmental sensors, and data gathering systems.

The Marine Protection Vessels are Minna, Jura and Hirta. Minna is 47 metres in length and both Jura and Hirta are 84 metres in length. These vessels carry out patrols which normally last 21 days. Marine Scotland Compliance also operate a number of smaller independent craft within the inshore protection programme. MRV Alba Na Mara and MRV Scotia are 27 metres and 69 metres in length respectively. Research cruises vary in length, but generally are no more than 22 days. All vessels work double crewing allowing for trip on/trip off rostering.

You will be based onboard any of the Marine Scotland Compliance or Science vessels where you will be part of the Engine room team. You will follow a marine working pattern which in general is 3 weeks on/off. The vessels work mainly in Scottish waters using Aberdeen and the Glasgow area as their turn around locations.

**Responsibilities**:

- Carrying out engine room maintenance and cleaning as required by Chief or Second Engineers.
- Maintain cleanliness of the machinery spaces, wiping up oil spills and emptying drip trays.
- Checking the oil and water levels of all operating machinery at least three times daily, maintaining those levels and recording oil used.
- Assist with bunkering and waste oil discharge operations.
- Arrange for the collection and processing of machinery space garbage.
- Operate vessel incinerator (where fitted) and inform Second Engineer of quantity incinerated.
- “Lamping up” as required by Chief or Second Engineer.
- Assist with storing.

**Competencies**:
Self-Awareness

Teamwork

Customer Service

Communications and Engagement

Essential Criteria & Qualifications:

- Engine Room Watch Rating Certificate of Competency
- Valid STCW qualifications
- Valid ENG 1
- Security Duties Certificate

**Essential Criteria**:
1. Experience of working onboard a vessel in an Engineroom as a motorman.

2. Have a good understanding in all aspects of Engineroom cleanliness/maintenance.

3. Awareness of the safe working practices required for working onboard vessels and in an Engineroom.

4. Experience of operating workshop equipment safely, keeping good records and reporting findings.

**Interview and Assessment**:Dates to be confirmed.

**Minimum time in post**:
You will be expected to remain in post for a minimum of three years unless successful at gaining promotion to a higher Band or Grade.

**HOW TO APPLY & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**:
**How to apply**:
**Additional information**:
For further information, please download and review the “Person Specification” which you will find below.

**Person_Specification_Band_A Updated Oct23 (V3)**

The post is a full-time role, but staff with different working patterns are invited to apply, and we will assess proposed working patterns against the business requirements for this post.

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