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Assistant Harbour Master Vacancy
Falkland Islands Government

Falkland Islands Government

Do you have a passion for maritime operations?  Could you help provide an efficient harbour control and maritime service to uphold regulations and ensure that Falkland Islands maritime safety and security is maintained?  Do you hold an Officer of the Watch (Deck) STCW REG II/1 (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency or a Vessel Traffic Service operators’ certificate (V103/1) with 5 years’ relevant experience?  Do you like the idea of working in one of the most beautiful places in the world with amazing landscapes, friendly communities and incredible wildlife?  If you have answered yes to these questions, then you could be the new Assistant Harbour Master the Falkland Islands Maritime Authority (FIMA) are looking for.

The Role

With direction from the Deputy Harbour Master, this role includes oversight of harbour and port operations, including vessel traffic monitoring, promulgation of maritime safety information and control of vessel movements within the main harbours of the Falkland Islands.

In addition to harbour control duties, the successful candidate will be part of a small team who are responsible for all aspects of maritime safety for Falkland Islands waters. The Falklands is a Category 2 Red Ensign Group registry with responsibility for ensuring compliance with all flag, port and coastal state obligations. This extensive remit requires all members of the team to work together and be flexible and adaptable to varying work demands.  As a trained Port Health official, you will conduct Ship Sanitation inspections onboard a variety of different ship types.

With no dedicated coastguard service, FIMA are responsible for the co-ordination of the emergency response to any maritime accidents and incidents, including pollution incidents and the control of maritime accidents and incidents within Falkland Islands waters.

The Person:

  • Holds an Officer of the Watch (Deck) STCW REG II/1 (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency or Vessel Traffic Services Operatives (V103/1), with 5 years’ experience.
  • A current valid driver’s licence. 
  • Understands the principles of safe management of vessel operations, marine meteorology, emergency response, port control operations, pilotage and relevant health and safety and security legislation such as the PMSC and ISPS Codes.
  • Able to integrate and work with team members across Government directorates.

N.B. Applicants without the qualifications listed above may be considered if they satisfy other requirements to a high level or have had previous experience within port operations or other relevant experience appropriate to the post.

The Package

  • Fixed Term Contract up to 4 years.
  • Starting Salary £35,774 to £41,168 (depending on qualifications and experience) rising to £47,167 for an exceptional candidate.
  • Eligibility for a 25% Gratuity, paid upon successful completion of the contract.
  • 30 Days Annual Leave, plus government and public holidays (totalling 41 days leave).
  • Relocation Allowance, to help with moving costs.
  • Flights Package for you and recognised dependents at the beginning and end of contract, and additional annual return flights contingent on the duration of the contract.
  • Government Housing for rent and a starter pack to help you settle in.
  • Favourable income tax rates.
  • A stimulating and supportive setting to work in and a unique and beautiful setting to live in.

How to Apply

If you require any further information about this post, please email sbarlow@sec.gov.fk

To apply, please complete our online application form from our vacancy page www.jobs.gov.fk, by clicking on 'Apply Now' and completing the form. 

Timetable for Recruitment and Selection Process

Closing Date for Applications - 12th October 2025 @ Midnight UK time

Shortlisting commencing - 14th October 2025

Interviews commencing - W/C 10th November 2025

Falkland Islands Government (FIG)

The Falkland Islands is a British Overseas Territory, with full internal self-government.

As the largest employer in the Falkland Islands, we offer many unique and fulfilling job opportunities, across the full spectrum of public services. Our responsibilities include those typically managed by central government – taxation, legislation and policy, as well as those usually managed on a local level such as town planning, health and social services, and education. FIG also provides services specific to the needs of the Falkland Islands, such as fisheries research, power generation and the Government Air Service, FIGAS.

For more information about working for Falkland Islands Government, take a look at our recruitment microsite: www.jobs.gov.fk

The Falkland Islands

Set in the South Atlantic Ocean, around 400 miles east of South America and 8000 miles south-west of the UK, the Falkland Islands are a small, thriving community with a British way of life, benefiting from good local services, a varied social calendar and an absence of traffic jams!

The Falkland Islands’ stunning natural environment provides an unspoiled landscape and amazing wildlife to observe and explore, including penguins, whales and dolphins, all seen from the shore.

For those with a sense of adventure, it provides opportunities which are hard to match anywhere else in the world.

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