Maritime Operation Officer
Maritime Operations Officers serve as the crucial first point of contact for mariners and coastal users in emergency situations. The role involves operating phones, radios, and emergency systems within a Rescue Coordination Centre to handle distress calls and coordinate urgent responses. Officers work closely with other emergency services to manage incidents and protect safety at sea and along the coast. This is a uniformed operational position requiring shift work to maintain a continuous 24-hour service.
What they're looking for
- Good communicator capable of keeping distressed callers calm
- Resilient in handling challenging and distressing situations
- Effective team player able to coordinate emergency responses
Nationality requirements
Open to UK, Republic of Ireland, Commonwealth, EU/EEA/Swiss nationals with EUSS status, and Turkish nationals under the Ankara Agreement.
Selection process
The application closes on 18/10/2026. Sift takes place the week commencing 19/10/2026, followed by online assessments and Microsoft Teams interviews.
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