2nd Officer to join the team on our Rosslare Fishguard route

As a leader in sustainable shipping, Stena Line has Europe’s most comprehensive route network focusing on transportation of both passengers and freight. We have over 5,900 employees in our Stena Line family across Scandinavia, around the UK and the Baltics, all actively support the daily business.   

Our purpose is to be a trusted link between people, places and societies. We play a vital role in keeping everything connected. We make sure people and goods arrive where they need to be, enabling business to thrive and societies to grow. We connect family and friends, and make it possible to explore new destinations or revisit favourite places. 
We are committed to maintaining and developing a sustainable working environment, free from harassment, that gives equal opportunities to everyone. We embrace equality, diversity and inclusion – and welcome all applicants. 

Are you a 2^nd Officer looking for a great work life balance with excellent career advancement opportunities? Then we have the perfect role for you! Stena Line are looking for a Deck Officer to join the team on our Rosslare/Fishguard route.

As a Second officer you are responsible to the master in all respects and are directly accountable to him for the execution of your duties. Your tasks as an officer are diverse and as such you will have the opportunity to use and develop your problem solving skills in a wide range of scenarios. As a 2nd officer you are responsible for:

•  Your designated areas of responsibility as allocated by the Chief or Master
• Acting in accordance with your responsibilities in the vessels emergency organisation.
• Carrying out maintenance on board as directed by the vessels planned maintenance system
• Being familiar with the ships operating and navigational procedures
• Managing all identified risk to ship, personnel, and environment and establish appropriate safeguards.
• Reporting to the Chief Officer, any incident or accident relating to any injury or potential hazard aboard along with any deficiencies in machinery or equipment particularly safety equipment
• Be familiar with the relevant parts, procedures and requirements of the SMS contained within the DOCMAP system.
• Take an active interest in the duties above your rank to ensure confidence in stepping up and ability to be hands on.

 What you will experience 

Stena Line wants to continue to be a safe, flexible and attractive employer and have a variety of benefits for crew. We believe a great work/life balance will create the best environment for us to be creative and productive. By holding your Chief Officer Unlimited CoC you are in an excellent position for career advancement with regular opportunities for time in Chief Officer roles.

BENEFITS

- Concessionary ferry travel throughout the Irish Sea
- Discounted UK and European rail travel
- Company pension & life assurance scheme
- 24 weeks per annum onboard with 28 weeks per annum off (inclusive of 4 rostered weeks annual leave)
- Recognition scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
-Westfield Health Cash Healthcare plan (access to online GP, cash back from various health and dental treatments, gym memberships)
- Continuous training, coaching, and development within a helpful and encouraging environment with progression opportunities
- PEC Bonus Scheme

Who you are 

At Stena Line your personality matters as much as how good you are at what you do. Regardless of your role, welcoming, caring and reliable guides you in your everyday work and the challenges you face.

We believe you are welcoming with an open positive attitude. You should welcome new challenges and use your previous experience to benefit your team.

You are caring; you are a true team player who collaborates well with colleagues and other stakeholders.

We also believe you are reliable; you create results and see through everything you do.

Essential Certification:

- Proof of Right to Work in the UK
- Chief Officer Unlimited COC – candidates must hold this document at the time of application
- Basic STCW Training

Preferred Certification:
- Crowd Management Training
- Passenger Safety Training

Interested?  

This is a full-time, permanent position based on Stena Nordica within our deck department. To apply, please register your profile and send in your CV in English as soon as possible but no later than 31st July 2024. Do not wait with your application! Please note that due to GDPR we do not accept applications via e-mail or postal service

If you have any questions regarding the position or the recruitment process you are welcome to contact Alison, Talent Acquisition Partner.  

Please note that we kindly decline any offers from recruitment or staffing agencies regarding this recruitment.