Head of Marine Services, Transportation and Harbour Master Candidate Information Pack
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Head of Marine Services, Transportation and Harbour Master Candidate Information Pack 1 Application Contents Contents Page Welcome 3 Advertisement 4 Job Description 6 Person Specification 12 Information for Applicants 16 Organisational Structure ?? The Council Plan and Our Strategic Vision 18 Role Specific Additional Information 20 Introduction to Orkney 22 Recruitment and Selection Process Timetable 24 2 Welcome Dear Candidate, Thank you for your interest in the post of Head of Marine Services, Transportation and Harbour Master at Orkney Islands Council. Following the announcement of retirement, this is a rare opportunity to join our Development and Infrastructure Directorate at a senior level and to contribute to the wider Corporate Management Team in driving forward a shared ambition to provide the very best possible services for our island community. Innovation, energy and drive are our watchwords when it comes to service delivery at a time of challenge and change for local government in Scotland. These are the qualities this position requires. Our Council consistently punches above its weight. Where there is challenge, we look for opportunity. Funding from traditional sources may be shrinking; we are developing ways to generate new income streams from renewable energy that will also play a considerable role in making Orkney carbon neutral in the years ahead. Importantly we do this in collaboration with our Elected Members, our Senior and Corporate Management Team, our partners, and our community. Our vibrant and forward-thinking community is regularly voted the happiest and the best place to live in the UK. Our quality of life is second to none. This is an exciting time to take on this unique leadership role with Marine Services and Transportation, ensuring our statutory duties as Harbour Authority are met whilst also seeking commercial growth, sustaining an already highly successful harbours operation and, under the transport portfolio, ensuring a transition to a low and then zero carbon future. As we state in The Council Plan, this Council will work tirelessly to safeguard our cherished islands and achieve the best possible outcomes for the people of Orkney. If you relish challenge and share our vision, this role is perfect for you. Councillor James Stockan Leader Orkney Islands Council 3 DEVELOPMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE Head of Marine Services, Transportation and Harbour Master 35 hours per week, Permanent Salary: £77,442 (Including Distant Islands Allowance) Plus: Standby duty payments c.£2,000 pa Note: 3% pay award pending on 1st April 2020 Orkney provides a beautiful setting in which to live and work and a wonderful opportunity to combine a fulfilling and challenging career with the best that the islands can offer in terms of lifestyle. Our vibrant and forward-thinking community is regularly voted the happiest and the best place to live in the UK. Our quality of life is second to none. With a rising population, excellent local services, and a multitude of opportunities and facilities to cater for whatever your interests outside of work may be. See the link below for the post’s promotional video: https://www.orkneyharbours.com/about/news/upcoming-employment-opportunity We are looking for a Head of Service to lead our Marine Services and Transportation Service, as well as fulfilling the statutory role of Harbour Master. You will report to the Executive Director, Development and Infrastructure and be responsible for a range of Service provision: • Marine Services (the Harbour Authority, Pilotage, Towage Services, Pier Operations, Launch operations, Vessel Traffic Services and Local Lighthouse Authority) • Internal Ferry Service operations and management of the nine-ferry fleet • Navigation Policy and Port Marine Safety Code compliance • Navigation and pilotage advice to the Council as Competent Authority for Pilotage and as Harbour Authority • Marine business development, commercial success, the self-financing of all harbour activities and delivery of the emerging Port Master Plan • Marine Technical Superintendent Engineering Services including Harbours Engineering • Marine and Airfield asset management (including ships, piers and airfields) • Airfield and internal air service operations including membership of the Air Safety Review Board • Strategic Transportation (policy, bus and air contracts) • The delivery of those public transport services which are a Council responsibility including lifeline services (air, bus and ferry) 4 • Marine Services Business Support The Head of Marine Services and Transportation and Harbour Master has responsibility for the operation of all 29 ports and harbours within Orkney. This includes the strategic oil port of Scapa Flow and the Flotta Oil Terminal with a combined total of some 400 crude oil tanker movements of around 180 tankers per year including Ship to Ship operations and the port of Kirkwall which is the UK’s most successful cruise destination with 170 cruise ship calls in 2019. The Marine Service portfolio also covers the operation of 18 ferry ports, the nine-ship internal ferry service, a full pilotage service and a tug service or 3 tugs with two new 80bpt tugs currently under construction. The transport portfolio includes, in addition to all internal ferry services, the operation of six isles airfields and the associated internal air service and publicly funded terrestrial transport services The role is a demanding one which ranges from front line operational involvement to strategic vision for future internal ferry services and the development of an ambitious Port Master Plan. The successful applicant will be a marine professional holding or having held a Master Mariner STCW II/2 or military equivalent CoC with sea command experience and a current ability to board ships at sea and at anchor as part of their oversight responsibilities. Whilst the position is demanding, it is also extremely rewarding through its focus on delivering lifeline services and activity which is of significant economic benefit to the close knit but forward-thinking community of Orkney. The post is involved in some the most leading-edge low carbon projects in the world and the port itself has seen significant growth in recent years with an operating turnover of over £20M and producing a surplus of some £5m in 2018/19, hence the investment plans for new vessels and ports infrastructure. In addition, as a collegiate member of the Corporate Management Team, you will have the opportunity to the wider vision and strategic direction of the Council. This is an excellent opportunity to be at the forefront of leading and shaping services in Orkney. Like elsewhere in Local Government, the challenges of improving services, meeting growing demand and balancing budgets are considerable. However, we believe that here in Orkney we are better placed than most to meet those challenges thanks to a focus on innovation and a strong leadership partnership between Elected Members and Senior Officers. Further information is available from, and online applications can be made through www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/orkney Interviews will be held on Monday 24 February 2020 Closing date for applications is Sunday 2 February 2020 Please note that interview and relocation expenses will be paid for this post in accordance with Council Policy. 5 1. Service Development and Infrastructure 2. Area Marine Services and Transportation 3. Job Title Head of Marine Services and Transport and Harbour Master 4. Location Harbour Authority Building 5. Reporting To Director Development and Infrastructure (Delegation as Statutory Harbour Master form the Chief Executive) 6. Grade CO 28 (including Distant Islands Allowance) 7. Job Evaluation Reference A4239 8. Competency Band D 9. Job Purpose The Head of Service will provide leadership, vision and direction for the specified areas with an absolute focus on safe marine, air and transport operations whilst fully demonstrating best value in the delivery of the Council’s priorities and objectives while ensuring continuous improvement across their areas of responsibility. In addition, the Head of Marine Services and Transport will positively contribute to a corporate and integrated approach to the development and implementation of the Council’s policies and strategic initiatives to ensure a consistent approach across the whole Council. Role Specific The Head of Marine Services and Transport and Harbour Master will ensure the safety, effective delivery, commercial success where applicable and development of Services across the following key areas: • Marine Services (the Harbour Authority, Pilotage, Towage Services, Pier Operations, Launch operations, Vessel Traffic Services, Local Lighthouse Authority) • Ferry Service operations and management • Navigation Policy and Port Marine Safety Code compliance • Navigation and pilotage advice to the Council as Competent Authority for Pilotage and as Harbour Authority • Marine business development, commercial success and the self-financing of all harbour activities. • Marine Technical Superintendent Engineering Services including Harbours Engineering • Marine and Airfield asset management (including ships, piers and airfields) • Airfield and air service operations • Strategic Transportation (policy, bus and air contracts) • The delivery of those public transport services which are a Council responsibility (air, bus and ferry) 6 • Marine Services Business Support The postholder will be required to act as the Authority’s Statutory Harbour Master under a direct delegation