CALMAC RECRUITING FOR SUMMER 2010

Caledonian MacBrayne Crewing (Guernsey) Limited, which supplies crew for the Caledonian MacBrayne fleet operated by CalMac Ferries Limited around the West Coast of Scotland, is seeking around 120 staff for the 2010 summer season.

Managing Director Phil Preston said: “The jobs on offer include opportunities for deck and engineering officers, as well as deck and catering ratings, working on the full range of vessel types and sizes.

“While the posts being advertised are seasonal (March to October), ideally we would like to identify people during this process that could either stay with us more permanently, or be identified as suitable candidates for permanent posts immediately, as they become available“ he said.

Successful applicants are expected to have high standards of personal presentation and must be able to adapt to the wide range of tasks undertaken within the various departments. They must also be customer focused and have a proactive approach to customer care.

A shift pattern basis will apply and these will normally consist of two weeks on, two weeks off, or one week on, one week off.

The positions being advertised cover vessels operating throughout the CalMac fleet, primarily from March to October 2010 but shorter duration positions are also available.

Candidates should ideally be qualified to STCW 95 certification and be in possession of a valid ENG1 medical certificate. Training may be available to applicants that do not hold all of the relevant certification but can demonstrate knowledge of relevant skills.

Further information about the job opportunities and how to apply for them, is available at www.calmac.co.uk