Vessel Traffic Services Officer

4 weeks ago


Dover, Kent, United Kingdom Port of Dover Full time
Job Title: Vessel Traffic Services Officer

Join the Port of Dover team as a Vessel Traffic Services Officer and play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of vessels within the port.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor and regulate the movement of vessels within the port and its jurisdiction
  • Advise masters/pilots of passing vessels or other movements during their passage
  • Allocate berths to vessels entering or manoeuvring within the port in accordance with schedules
  • Work closely with the Duty Harbour Master to allocate berths for unscheduled arrivals

Requirements:

  • GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths Grade 4 or above
  • Degree level education or demonstrable experience in operational management and planning
  • Must be able to achieve a CO103/1 certificate
  • Previous experience within VTS or comparable industry or Officer of the Watch as defined by STCW
  • Proficient with MS Office
  • Analytical and technical aptitude and good spatial awareness
  • Ability to work shifts, including days and nights

Benefits:

  • 23 days annual leave (equivalent to 6.6 weeks)
  • Generous contributory pension scheme
  • Discretionary annual bonus scheme
  • Private Health Care
  • Life assurance
  • Employee assistance programme
  • 3rd party discounts
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Benefits and reward platform
  • Free Parking
  • Employee volunteering scheme

About the Port of Dover:

The Port of Dover is a leading international ferry port and a vital gateway for the movement of people and trade. We handle £144 billion of trade per year and welcome over 11 million passengers. Our team is committed to creating a seamless, sustainable, and tech-enabled port experience.

Why work for the Port of Dover?

We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone is looking after each other and respected, included, and able to perform at their best.



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