Harbour Master For The Port Of Drogheda

Drogheda Port Company

Mornington Road

APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE POSITION OF HARBOUR MASTER FOR THE PORT OF DROGHEDA The Company Drogheda Port Company is the largest commercial regional port in Ireland, handling over 1.5 million tonnes of cargo per annum and over 1000 ship movements. The Port is projecting significant future growth and is embarking on ambitious development plans over the next number of years which will see substantial investment in the port’s infrastructure, handling capacity, technology, and safety systems. The Position The position of Harbour Master is key to the safe and efficient management of the Port, heshe is a member of the Executive Management Team, reporting to the Chief Executive. The Harbour Master’s primary operational responsibilities are to ensure the Port’s marine, cargo and estate management activities operate safely and efficiently. The role requires an in-depth understanding of ship manoeuvering principles over a wide range of vessel types/class within a confined tidal waterway. The Person The successful candidate will be highly motivated and possess excellent managerial skills, the ability to motivate a skilled workforce, communicate clearly and authoritatively while maintaining relationships with a wide range of customers and key stakeholders. To qualify for consideration, candidates must have; • a valid STCW 95II/2 Certificate of Competency as Master (unlimited) and. • at least three year’s seagoing experience as Master or Chief Officer of a merchant vessel and/or three year’s experience as a Harbour Master, Deputy Harbour Master or assistant Harbour Master in a comparable port. The following would be advantageous; • a working knowledge of port operations, ISM, ISPS and current Irish OHS Legislation. • small ship handling experience, pilotage or PEC operation in a similar port environment. • additional qualifications in port or related management. Further details on the position and application process are available from: maritimehouse@droghedaport.ie.

990 days ago