Trainee Deckhand

Windcat is a leading provider of safe and efficient crew transfer services to the offshore industry, operating at the forefront for more than 20 years. With a growing fleet of over 55 Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs), 1 Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (CSOV) and 1 Multi-Purpose Accommodation Support Vessel (MPASV) - and several newbuilds under construction - Windcat plays a key role in supporting offshore projects worldwide. As part of CMB.TECH, one of the largest listed and diversified maritime groups in the world, you'll get more than just a job title - you'll join a team dedicated to shaping the future of offshore energy.

Job Description
As a CTV Trainee Deckhand you will safely transfer wind turbine technicians, and other passengers, to offshore windfarms as well as undertake cargo operations. You will maintain lookout with the Master and ensure the good maintenance and housekeeping of the vessel alongside the following duties:

• Complete periodical inspections and maintenance of the vessel in accordance with maintenance procedures
• Promote a positive safety culture on board the vessel and be familiar with all safety equipment, requirements, instructions and facilities on board
• Deliver a professional service from start to finish when transferring technicians
• Assist in the on-board administration and recordkeeping
• Undertake onboard training as required and participate in emergency drills
• Assist engineers with vessel maintenance as and when required
• Undertake instruction from the Master
• Undertake instructions from the shoreside management team

Experience
No previous CTV experience required but a genuine interest in and knowledge of the industry is needed.

Desirable Experience

• Small boat experience
• Customer facing experience

Skills And Behaviours

• Work proactively in a small team
• Communicate effectively
• Able to follow instructions
• Use own initiative
• Positive can-do attitude
• Execute safe working practices and environmental protection
• Maintain good housekeeping (clean, tidy and organised)

Technical Skills

• Willingness to develop seafaring technical skills which include topics such as ropework, mooring, bunkering, watchkeeping and vessel planned maintenance.
• Willingness to learn and develop engineering skills
• Willingness to develop your skills in managing passengers.

Misc

• Able and willing to work from any site in UK and Europe.

What certificates / documents do I need?

• Right to work in the UK
• Passport – must be valid for travel to the UK and EU
• STCW basic safety training certificates (not older than 4 years):
• Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting STCW A-VI/1-2
• Elementary First Aid STCW A-VI/1-3
• Personal Survival Techniques STCW A-VI/1-1
• Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities STCW A-VI/1-4
• MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC1) booked (and must be completed before promotion to deckhand is available)
• ENG1 Seafarer medical – Fit for lookout duties must be ticked Yes
• Any RYA certification
• VHF Short Range Radio
• Current UK driving license