Ready to take the next step in your maritime career?

Inverness Harbour Trust is looking for a motivated maritime professional to join our small marine operations team at the heart of the Highland Capital.
Following training and examination, the successful candidate will undertake authorised pilotage duties, support safe navigation and act as Deputy to the Harbour Master.

Why this role?
• Play a key role in safe port operations, marine safety, security and emergency planning
• Join a port supporting regional trade, renewables activity, cruise visits and leisure marine traffic
• Build a long-term career in port leadership with excellent training and development

Package includes:
• Competitive salary

• Excellent benefits

• 7.4 weeks’ leave inc statutory holidays

• Private healthcare

• Company pension

Who we’re looking for
• A safety-focused, professional and flexible team player with strong communication, organisational and IT skills.
• Piloting, command, marine operations, port operations or H&S experience would be beneficial, but not essential.
• Night time and weekend working are a fundamental requirement of the role.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. 

Find out more and apply

Click on this link for the full job description and application details.

For an informal enquiry, contact Capt. Ken Maclean, Harbour Master, on 01463 715715. Interviews in Inverness: Week commencing 26th October 2026

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