Marine Pilot Under Training

Minimum Requirements

To apply to be a Port of London Authority Pilot you must:

• Be eligible to work in the UK – Find out more about eligibility
• Hold a STCW II/2 Masters Unlimited Certificate of Competency, or have achieved this by the time of training commencement if successful (Evidence of Notice of Eligibility will be required)
• Hold an unrestricted ENG1 medical certificate (or equivalent)
• Hold a full current driving license
• Be an excellent communicator and fluent in English, in particular when using VHF
• Have good spatial awareness
• Be decisive and able to act confidently
• Be a team player with good I.T. skills

Desirable Skills

• Experience of tug operations (berthing & unberthing)
• Experience of working aboard a variety of commercial vessels
• Knowledge of the Port Marine Safety Code
• Local knowledge of the river Thames

These skills are desirable, however training will be provided for the right candidate

Key Accountabilities

Some of the key accountabilities of our Pilots:

• Providing clear navigational advice and information on regulatory requirements to vessel masters
• Supporting vessel masters in their communication with personnel and other vessels
• Conduct of navigation and bridge management duties
• Recording and submitting passage plans
• Coordinating tug activity
• Upholding the reputation of the Port of London Authority in the delivery of safe operations and excellent customer service

More information can be found herehttps://pla.co.uk/pilotage

Salary:Trainee Pilot: Starting Salary : £68,819 (7 month training period).

Salary is set to increase with increased pilot progression.

Pilot Class IV – £ 86,633
Pilot Class III – £95,828
Pilot Class II – £106,703
Pilot Class I – £122,422

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