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CAREERS & TRAINING

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HARBOUR MASTER


Follow these links to find out about Ports, Harbours & Maritime Pilots or becoming a Maritime Pilot. 


The Harbour Master is responsible for ensuring the safe navigation and use of the port or harbour. 


Ports can be busy places and may be hazardous places to work. The Harbour Master has a key role to play ensuring that people living and working in or close to the port, the port’s staff, customers or visitors to the port environment can go about their business safely.


Qualifications and Training

Currently, there are no mandatory qualifications to hold the position of Harbour Master. However, a Harbour Master will normally be qualified to a level equivalent to the Master of the largest ship to visit the Port or Harbour. 


In most commercial ports this would be to the level of STCW Master Mariner Class 1 Certificate of Competency while in some leisure ports this may be to a RYA Yachtmaster or equivalent qualification (normally with an appropriate level of experience in the environment).


In 2012 a new qualification, the Harbour Master Certificate was introduced. It is not mandatory to have the certificate, but it is recognised by the Maritime & Coastguard Agency. The Certificate is based upon a year-long qualified appraisal of knowledge, understanding and application of the Port Marine Safety Code (PMSC) and an oral assessment by an MCA-approved review panel.


A Harbour Master may require additional qualifications, depending on the port’s trade and operations, and professional seafaring experience is normally a pre-requisite if pilotage duties are also required of the Harbour Master. 


Salary Brackets

Around £50,000 for an experienced Harbour Master

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 GOOD TO KNOW

To work in ports you need:

• to be very safety-conscious • teamworking and communication skills • to be fit and healthy – some jobs require heavy lifting

• to be prepared to work irregular hours in some jobs • language skills for some jobs.


Stevedores must have a driving licence. In the UK (and some other countries), regulations mean that no one under the age of 18 is allowed to operate certain machinery, including some lifting appliances. So, for certain jobs, such as stevedoring, entry is from the age of 18.

Intermediate apprenticeships
Intermediate apprenticeships are the entry-level apprenticeship for those looking to make a start in the world of work. Available to anyone from the age of 16, with no maximum age limit, they’re also a great option for anyone looking to make a career change. You’ll need five GCSEs grade A*-E/ 3-9 including Maths and English, as well as a Science subject to apply for an engineering or technical role, or two National 4s including Maths and English (or equivalent).
Advanced apprenticeships
You can apply for an advanced apprenticeship if you have five GCSEs or National 4 (or equivalent), including Maths and English, as well as a Science subject to apply for an engineering or technical role, or you’ve completed an intermediate apprenticeship or similar Level 2 qualification. They’re full-time roles, with a competitive salary and they’re a great way to develop specialist skills.
Higher apprenticeships
Higher apprenticeships are available to anyone over the age of 18 who is looking for an alternative to attending university. You’ll need at least five GCSEs or National 5 + Highers (or equivalent) including Maths and English, as well as a Science subject to apply for an engineering or technical role. Additionally, you’ll require a minimum of two A levels or a level 3 equivalent qualification.
Degree apprenticeships
Degree apprenticeships are great for 18–19-year-old school leavers looking to gain a degree while also starting their career journey. It’s the perfect option for those who can’t decide between an apprenticeship and university. They’re also a great option for anyone looking to make a career change.

SEAWORK 2026 DATES & TIMES
09:30 - 17:30 Tuesday 9 June 2026
09:30 - 17:30 Wednesday 10 June 2026
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SEAWORK 2027 DATES
Tuesday 15 June 2027
Wednesday 16 June 2027
Thursday 17 June 2027