Seaman 1A (4669)


Company:	Scottish Government
Salary:	£38,142 to £42,202 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Edinburgh, EH11 3XD
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Oct 2026
Closing date:	2 Nov 2026

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Summary

Join our vessel crew and help support the important work that protects Scotland's seas and advances marine science.

The Marine Directorate is the Scottish Government's lead marine management organisation, bringing together scientific research, compliance, policy and management to support the sustainable use and protection of Scotland's marine environment. We are recruiting Seaman 1A positions to join our Marine Research Vessel fleet, working at sea as part of a professional onboard team that enables the successful delivery of scientific research programmes across Scottish waters.

As a Seaman 1A, you will play a key role in supporting deck, fishing and scientific operations aboard our research vessels, working closely with vessel officers, crew and scientific staff. Your contribution will help ensure the safe and effective operation of the vessel and the successful collection of the scientific data and evidence that underpins marine science, policy development and decision-making in Scotland.

This role will be based on-board MRV Scotia or MRV Alba na Mara, operating primarily in Scottish waters as part of a marine working pattern aligned to vessel operations.

Responsibilities:

Assist with the loading, stowing, deploying, recovery, discharging and the maintenance of fishing and science equipment.

Undertake all aspects of deck maintenance, including cleaning, painting, greasing, storing, ropework, etc as required by Commanding Officer or First Officer (Executive) and directed by CPO (Deck).

Operate deck machinery safely and equipment for mooring/lifting and fishing operations on the science vessel.

Watchkeeping duties as part of the bridge Watchkeeping team.

In port, quartermaster/nightwatchman duties, including security patrols.

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