Applications are invited from marine professionals to fill the post of Marine Pilot at the Port
of Galway.
Applicants should possess a valid STCW (regulation II/2) Certificate of Competency (Deck) on vessels of 500gt or more and be sailing in the position of Chief Officer / Master or possess an STCW (regulation II/1) OOW Unlimited Certificate and have recent experience in handling/manoeuvring marine craft in a port environment may be considered.
The candidate must be qualified to operate within the Irish Mercantile Marine & present proof that he or she has not less than 6 years seagoing experience and has acted as Master or Chief Officer for at least 6 months.
The successful applicant must permanently reside within 10 kilometres of the Office of the Harbour Master at Port of Galway
Applicants must have a legal entitlement to work in Ireland and a proficiency in speaking, comprehending, reading and writing the English language.
The Port of Galway reserves the right to shortlist candidates and / or form a panel for future vacancies.
Canvassing for this position will immediately disqualify candidates.
To request further information, please email bsheridan@theportofgalway.com
Applications should be accompanied with an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae, copies of Certificates of Competency, Discharge Book entries, ENG11 Medical, ECDIS, Bridge Team Management, valid driver’s license and current employer’s notice period. Applications should be marked “Pilot Application” and addressed to:
Port of Galway Harbour Master,
New Docks, Galway
Eircode: H91 PD37
or
e-mail: bsheridan@theportofgalway.com
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 5.00 p.m. on Friday 18th July 2025.
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