Master (Crew Transfer Vessel) – 3 On 3 Off
HSB Technical
· posted 13 August 2026
Salary
£53,000 – £60,000 a year
Job type
full time
Category
Engineering
Position: Master (Crew Transfer Vessel) – 3 On 3 Off
Job ID: (phone number removed)
Location: UK Offshore (Various UK Ports)
Rate/Salary: Master 200 CoC: £295 per day during a 6-month probation, increasing by £8 per day after successful completion of probation. Master 500 CoC or Above: £315 per day plus £20 per day subsistence allowance, with an increase after successful completion of the 6-month probation period.
Benefits: Company pension, travel provided, training and development, career progression, offshore allowances (where applicable)
Type: Permanent
HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors.
HSB Technical's client is a well-established operator within the offshore wind industry and is looking to recruit three Masters for their fleet of modern Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs). This is a permanent opportunity working a 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off rotation, operating from various UK ports supporting offshore wind farm operations.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Master (CTV) will be responsible for, but not limited to:
* Taking full command and responsibility for the safe operation of the vessel.
* Safely transporting technicians, contractors and equipment to and from offshore wind farms.
* Navigating the vessel in accordance with COLREGS, MCA regulations and the Company's Safety Management System (SMS).
* Leading, managing and mentoring onboard crew.
* Carrying out safe vessel approaches and personnel transfers to offshore structures.
* Ensuring compliance with statutory, flag state and class requirements.
* Maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
* Completing passage planning, voyage documentation and vessel reports.
* Conducting toolbox talks and daily safety briefings.
* Overseeing planned maintenance activities onboard.
* Monitoring propulsion systems, auxiliary machinery and vessel equipment.
* Liaising with marine coordinators, clients and offshore control centres.
* Participating in emergency drills and exercises.
* Reporting defects and coordinating maintenance requirements.
* Maintaining vessel cleanliness and presentation.
* Promoting a strong safety culture onboard.
Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate will have:
* UK MCA Master 200GT (Near Coastal) Certificate of Competency or higher.
* Previous experience as Master or Skipper onboard Crew Transfer Vessels, Workboats or similar commercial vessels.
* Valid STCW certification.
* Valid ENG1 Medical Certificate.
* GMDSS General Operators Certificate (GOC).
* Strong vessel handling and navigation skills.
* Experience operating in offshore or challenging weather conditions.
* Good understanding of marine diesel propulsion systems.
* Knowledge of planned maintenance systems.
* Computer literacy.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
* Valid Passport.
This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd, who have been appointed to act as the recruitment consultancy for this role
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