Deputy Harbour Master & Pilot

We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year.

It’s a story we’re proud of but it doesn’t end there. We’re transforming our business and embracing the future.

We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.

We've got an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Harbour Master and Pilot to join our team up in Scotland.  As Deputy Harbour Master & Pilot, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of port activities across both Ayr and Troon. You will support the Harbour Master in the day-to-day management of marine operations and act as a Pilot, providing expert navigation services to vessels entering and leaving the ports.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Pilot for vessels requiring assistance into and out of Ayr and Troon Ports.
• Deputise for the Harbour Master, ensuring compliance with the Port Marine Safety Code and local regulations.
• Oversee marine operations including berthing, mooring, and vessel traffic management.
• Liaise with port users, shipping agents, and stakeholders to ensure smooth coordination of port activities.
• Support emergency response planning and incident management.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of marine safety procedures and risk assessments.

About You

We are looking for a dynamic individual with:

• A valid UK STCW II/2 Certificate of Competency (Master Unlimited) or equivalent Royal Navy.
• Proven pilotage experience or the ability to qualify as a Pilot under ABP’s training scheme.
• Strong knowledge of marine legislation, port operations, and navigational safety.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• The ability to work flexibly, including outside normal working hours when required.

Additional Information:

When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.

Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.

As part of our recruitment process, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please note your consent will be required and further information on this check can be found using the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels