Coxswain
Associated British Ports
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Southampton
Contract type: Contractor

Are you an experienced coxswain who enjoys being out on the water? Do you want to be a part of a team delivering an exciting range of marine surveys around the UK?
About Us
We are ABPmer, a marine consultancy and survey company that specialises in understanding one of the most complex environments on earth.
We Provide Estuarine, Coastal And Marine Surveys For All Kinds Of Clients; Supporting The Marine Renewable And Water Utility Sectors, Marine Aggregate Producers, Ports And Harbour Authorities, Renewables,along With Charities, Government And Non-governmental Organisations. ABPmer’s Experience Survey Team Acquire, Process And Interpret All Types Of Survey Data Including:
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About The Role
You will join our survey team based in Southampton as Coxswain, Vessel and Store Manager on a 1 year fixed term contract.
ABPmer operate a trailerable survey vessel and are looking into growing the survey fleet, as well as work onboard the existing survey vessels owned and operated by the ABP Group. With an ever increasing survey workload, we are looking to employ a qualified coxswain who will operate/maintain the vessel as well as manage our survey equipment store.
As Survey Coxswain You Will Be Responsible For Safely Operating ABPmer’s In-shore Survey Boats Along With Other ABP Vessels And Charter Boats For The Survey Deployments. Core Responsibilities Will Be:
We are looking for a Coxswain who has in-shore commercial vessel experience. You will have a comprehensive understanding and demonstrable knowledge of vessel operations and are thorough, organised and experienced in Health and Safety compliance.
You Will Have The Following Qualifications:
Why join us?
When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.
Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.
As part of our recruitment process, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please note your consent will be required and further information on this check can be found using the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels
About Us
We are ABPmer, a marine consultancy and survey company that specialises in understanding one of the most complex environments on earth.
We Provide Estuarine, Coastal And Marine Surveys For All Kinds Of Clients; Supporting The Marine Renewable And Water Utility Sectors, Marine Aggregate Producers, Ports And Harbour Authorities, Renewables,along With Charities, Government And Non-governmental Organisations. ABPmer’s Experience Survey Team Acquire, Process And Interpret All Types Of Survey Data Including:
- Topography, bathymetry and geophysical
- Waves, hydrodynamics and water quality
- Marine and coastal ecology
- Marine mammals and ornithology
- Habitat sampling and mapping
- Vessel traffic monitoring
Discover more about us .
About The Role
You will join our survey team based in Southampton as Coxswain, Vessel and Store Manager on a 1 year fixed term contract.
ABPmer operate a trailerable survey vessel and are looking into growing the survey fleet, as well as work onboard the existing survey vessels owned and operated by the ABP Group. With an ever increasing survey workload, we are looking to employ a qualified coxswain who will operate/maintain the vessel as well as manage our survey equipment store.
As Survey Coxswain You Will Be Responsible For Safely Operating ABPmer’s In-shore Survey Boats Along With Other ABP Vessels And Charter Boats For The Survey Deployments. Core Responsibilities Will Be:
- Vessel operation, navigation and communication following navigational rules and local maritime regulations.
- Planning and logistical arrangements for vessel movements.
- Working with the experienced survey team to conduct marine surveys for multiple projects around the UK.
- Assisting with deploying and recovering the survey equipment
- Safety leadership by implementing and enforcing ABPs safety management systems on board and emergency response
- Towing and launch/recovery of survey vessels at required survey location around the UK.
- Technical oversight ensuring vessels and equipment meet operational and safety standards
- Logistics coordination
- Safety and compliance with ABPs safety management systems
- Inventory Management
- Management of maintenance and repairs of vessels and equipment
- Ensuring regulatory compliance
We are looking for a Coxswain who has in-shore commercial vessel experience. You will have a comprehensive understanding and demonstrable knowledge of vessel operations and are thorough, organised and experienced in Health and Safety compliance.
You Will Have The Following Qualifications:
- Advanced Powerboat licence or a Yachtmaster Power certificate with commercial endorsement
- All relevant and up to date STCW certification.
- In date medical (ENG1).
- A full valid UK driving licence and towing experience.
- Experienced in the production and implementation of risk assessments, safe systems of work and compliance with safety management systems
- Experienced in vessel management and maintenance procedures
- Calm under pressure and a confident decision maker
- Have excellent interpersonal and team building skills
Why join us?
- Your benefits: As part of Associated British Ports Group you benefit from a contribution-matched pension plan, private medical and dental insurance as well as paid professional subscription, and a range of discount schemes.
- Our flexibility: We understand the importance of a good work-life balance offering generous leave and flexible working arrangements as standard.
- Our people: We are a friendly, welcoming team focussed on collaborative working. Our culture means you are encouraged to chart your own course to excellence.
- Our projects: We deliver a diverse portfolio of projects allowing you to apply your expertise to an array of interesting projects and locations.
- Your career development: We offer a programme of continuous professional development supported by tailored, formal and on-the-job training and mentoring
When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.
Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.
As part of our recruitment process, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please note your consent will be required and further information on this check can be found using the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels
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