Master (Crew Transfer Vessel) – 3 On 3 Off

Position: Master (Crew Transfer Vessel) – 3 On 3 Off

Job ID: (phone number removed)

Location: UK Offshore (Various UK Ports)

Rate/Salary: Master 200 CoC: £295 per day during a 6-month probation, increasing by £8 per day after successful completion of probation. Master 500 CoC or Above: £315 per day plus £20 per day subsistence allowance, with an increase after successful completion of the 6-month probation period.

Benefits: Company pension, travel provided, training and development, career progression, offshore allowances (where applicable)

Type: Permanent

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors.

HSB Technical's client is a well-established operator within the offshore wind industry and is looking to recruit three Masters for their fleet of modern Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs). This is a permanent opportunity working a 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off rotation, operating from various UK ports supporting offshore wind farm operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Master (CTV) will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Taking full command and responsibility for the safe operation of the vessel.
• Safely transporting technicians, contractors and equipment to and from offshore wind farms.
• Navigating the vessel in accordance with COLREGS, MCA regulations and the Company's Safety Management System (SMS).
• Leading, managing and mentoring onboard crew.
• Carrying out safe vessel approaches and personnel transfers to offshore structures.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory, flag state and class requirements.
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Completing passage planning, voyage documentation and vessel reports.
• Conducting toolbox talks and daily safety briefings.
• Overseeing planned maintenance activities onboard.
• Monitoring propulsion systems, auxiliary machinery and vessel equipment.
• Liaising with marine coordinators, clients and offshore control centres.
• Participating in emergency drills and exercises.
• Reporting defects and coordinating maintenance requirements.
• Maintaining vessel cleanliness and presentation.
• Promoting a strong safety culture onboard.

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate will have:

• UK MCA Master 200GT (Near Coastal) Certificate of Competency or higher.
• Previous experience as Master or Skipper onboard Crew Transfer Vessels, Workboats or similar commercial vessels.
• Valid STCW certification.
• Valid ENG1 Medical Certificate.
• GMDSS General Operators Certificate (GOC).
• Strong vessel handling and navigation skills.
• Experience operating in offshore or challenging weather conditions.
• Good understanding of marine diesel propulsion systems.
• Knowledge of planned maintenance systems.
• Computer literacy.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Valid Passport.

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd, who have been appointed to act as the recruitment consultancy for this role.