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Join SVITZER – The Global Leader in Towage Services! Are you ready to captain your career? SVITZER, a global powerhouse in towage and marine services, is looking for passionate professionals to join our world-class team. With over 4,000 dedicated employees and a fleet of more than 500 tugs worldwide, we offer a dynamic environment where safety, innovation, and excellence lead the way.
Why Choose SVITZER?
At SVITZER, we believe in balance—both on and off the water. We offer:
- Global Reach, Local Impact: Be part of a renowned company making waves worldwide.
- Balanced Lifestyle: Enjoy a competitive work/life balance that lets you thrive both on and off the job.
- Innovative Environment: Work with the best-in-industry tools and technology to achieve excellence safely and efficiently.
Location: This role is based in our Southampton operation. The team work on a 1 week on/off rotation with a requirement to live within 30 minutes of the port.
Your Role as Tug Master
As a Tug Master at SVITZER, you’ll be at the helm of innovation and safety, responsible for the smooth operation and maintenance of our vessels. You’ll lead with expertise, ensuring our operations remain safe, timely, and of the highest standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely manage operations for assisted ships, ensuring efficiency and reliability.
- Cultivate a culture of safety on board, empowering your crew to use advanced safety tools and techniques.
- Oversee shipboard administration, including safety and operational reporting, with meticulous attention to detail.
- Collaborate with Marine Managers, Harbour Pilots, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and planning for all towage operations.
What We’re Looking For
Minimum Master <500GT Certificate of Competency (COC).
Requirements
- Please submit a copy of your ENG1 medical certificate and COC with your application.
Building a Diverse Workplace
In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles, and we are excited about hearing from you!
How To Apply
To apply for this role, please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a Candidate Home to manage your applications.
