Deck Rating

Permanent, Full time, 48 hours per week
4 weeks on 4 weeks off
Plymouth, Devon, PL2 2BG
Competitive salary plus benefits
Serco have an exciting opportunity for a Deck Rating to join the Mooring Marine Operations Support team in Plymouth, Devon.
The key purpose of the role is to act as the main labour force on board their appointed Mooring vessel. Reporting to the Mooring Superintendent, you will carry out a range of duties in the task of assisting in the safe operation of the vessel and Moorings maintenance.
**Main Accountabilities**:
Berthing/slipping of the vessel
Ship husbandry tasks
Ship operational tasks and Moorings maintenance tasks
Cleaning tasks as directed
Drive/operate deck machinery including cranes
Assist in repair and routine planned maintenance of ship's equipment
Machinery care, routine maintenance of ship's equipment
To be fully conversant with the use of all safety equipment, emergency procedures and contingency plans.
Aware of company Safety management system
Be familiar with safety routines and ensure necessary safeguards are in place before any maintenance/repair work commences
**What you’ll need to do the role**:
AB certificate of competence
STCW Personal Survival Techniques (5 Year Refresher Course)
STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (5 Year Refresher Course)
STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (5 Year Refresher Course)
STCW Proficiency in survival craft and rescue boats (5 year refresher course)
STCW Elementary First aid
Power Boat level 2
ENG1
Methodical in approach
Good standard of education
**Additional features to the role**:
Security Clearance
Manual Handling
High pressure washing
Moorings training
Burning/welding
Forklift operating
Food safety level 2
Serco Moorings manual
Crane Certification (desirable)
What we offer
**Salary**: Competitive salaries with annual reviews
**Pension**: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
**Training and development**: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
**Wellbeing**: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
**Discounts**: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
**ShareSave scheme**: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period
**Employee networks**: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community
**Charity**: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.
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