AB/Cook -Forth Constructor

The Company

Since the 1970s, the Briggs Group has grown to become one of the world leaders in the marine and environmental services industry, currently employing around 800 dedicated members of staff.

Providing clients with services ranging from terminal operations to subsea cable repair, we are committed to employing dedicated and skilled staff who are looking for a career that offers stability, genuine career progression, and recognition.

Our core values support the Company’s mission and decision-making and provide a benchmark for everything that we believe in. They are the Company’s fundamental beliefs and are integrated into every employee process, shaping the Company’s culture for future success.

The Role

The Deckhand (AB) / Cook has responsibility for providing all catering services in a safe and hygienic manner in addition to taking all necessary actions for safety, security, pollution prevention and efficient operation of the ship.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out all orders and instructions in a safe and efficient manner
• Form part of a mooring and anchoring party 
• Ship husbandry tasks 
• Ship operational tasks i.e., Mooring work, Support to trial teams, Loading and unloading 
• Operate deck machinery when suitably trained or qualified     Provide catering services for 7 crew and clients onboard the vessel

The Candidate

• Previous practical hands on experience in an AB/Cook position on board a similar vessel
• Knowledge of food hygiene and food safety standards
• Previous experience of providing meals on board and maintaining hygiene standards of all areas, i.e. fridges, food store, galley and equipment
• AB certificate    
• STCW Personal Survival Techniques      
• STCW Basic Fire prevention and Firefighting                                                        
• STCW Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities     
• STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats    

What’s in it for you?

We offer an excellent package, including a pension, life assurance, the Cycle to Work scheme, and more, along with opportunities for on-the-job training and career progression within a stable environment. Flexible working options are also available.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all protected characteristics and are committed to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment, and onboarding process.

The next steps

You must be able to provide relevant documentation confirming that you have the right to work in the UK.
Please be advised that all employees may be required to undergo security vetting at any point during their employment with Briggs Marine. Data will be processed through Certn, who are our BPSS vetting partner.

“As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. All disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential requirements for this role will be offered an interview.”