VTS Officer - (Dover)

VTS Officer - Permanent - Dover - £47,500 plus benefits

This is an excellent opportunity to join the UK's busiest international ferry port. With a growing and diversifying cargo business operating from state-of-the-art facilities, a brand-new marina which is a major feature of the exciting waterfront development, and opportunities for further expansion.

Responsibilities include:

• As a VTSO you will ensure the safety of navigation and the protection of the environment within the limits of the Port in accordance with the requirements of the Port Marine Safety Code.
• You will monitor and regulate the movement of all vessels within the port and its jurisdiction and advise masters/pilots of passing vessels or other movements during their passage.
• Allocate berths to vessels entering or manoeuvring within the port in accordance with schedules where pre-planned. Arranging in conjunction with the Duty Harbour Master the allocation of berths for unscheduled arrivals including lay-bys for repairs, de-storing etc.
• The Port Operates 365 days per year, and you will be required to work a shift pattern of days and nights averaging 42hr week.

Skills and Qualifications
Degree level education, or demonstrable experience in operational management and planning
Must be able to achieve a CO103/1 certificate
Must have previous experience within VTS or comparable industry or Officer of the Watch as defined by STCW
Proficient with MS Office
Analytical and technical aptitude and be able to demonstrate good spatial awareness
Be able to work shifts to include days and nights
Willingness to work overtime if required

You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered. The successful candidate will receive a starting salary of £47,500 plus excellent benefits which include 23 shifts annual leave (equivalent to 6.6 weeks, Generous contributory pension scheme, Discretionary annual bonus scheme, Private Health Care, Life assurance and more.

To apply, please contact Tom Settle on or send your CV to

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