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We are looking for people to join our team in Fowey Harbour.
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POSITION OF HARBOUR COMMISSIONER
Applications are sought for the position of Fowey Harbour Commissioner to be appointed from May 2026, in accordance with the Fowey Harbour Revision Orders 1937-2021. Fowey Harbour is a Trust Port with a busy commercial sector and is a popular leisure area for both residential and visiting boats. The primary role of the Board of volunteer Commissioners is to shape the strategy and management of the Harbour for the benefit of harbour users and other stakeholders. This position is without remuneration. Monthly meetings are held together with occasional other commitments. New appointments are made following a selection and interview process. The selection panel is formed by the Chair of the Board and may include other Commissioners and harbour stakeholders. Appointments will be made by Fowey Harbour Commissioners.
Successful appointees will have skills which will complement and enhance the existing Board. These skills may include those listed below particular weight will be given to those with expertise in the skills highlighted:
- Maritime activities
- Boating & leisure activities
- Community issues, Public/industrial relations
- Commerce
- Shipping, fishing and cargo handling
- Health & Safety
- Management
- Accountancy or financial management
- Environmental matters
- Media and social media skills
Closing date for applications: Friday 10th April 2026
Further details can be obtained from the Chief Executive. Please contact the Harbour Office:
Fowey Harbour Commissioners
Harbour Office
Albert Quay
Fowey
PL23 1AJ
or email: admin@foweyharbour.co.uk
Part Time CHIEF ENGINEER for TUG – less than 500GT and 3000kW
A vacancy has become available for a part time position working for Fowey Harbour Commissioners as a Chief Engineer. Working on either of their tugs – CANNIS or MORGAWR; these are Voith Tractor Tugs constructed in the early 1980s and have a Lloyds Register Classification of 100A1 Tug: Near Continental Trading Area.
The position is a part time role acting as the Chief Engineer when the tug is required for operational work. You will be part of the tug engineer rota primarily working out of hours, including weekends and bank holidays as required. The tugs’ primary port of operation is Fowey with regular away work in Plymouth and Falmouth.
The successful candidate will need a minimum qualification as a Chief Engineer – less than 500GT and 3000kW; have appropriate STCW certification and be medically fit with an ENG1 medical certificate.
The successful candidate will be self-motivated, reliable, have good communication skills and able to work in a team environment.
A competitive salary package accompanies the post and will reflect experience.
CV to be sent to:
Mrs Sue Hastings
Office Manager
Fowey Harbour Commissioners
Harbour Office
Albert Quay
Fowey
PL23 1AJ
Tel: 01726 832471
or email: admin@foweyharbour.co.uk
CHIEF ENGINEER for TUG – less than 500GT and 3000kW
A vacancy has become available for a full time, permanent position working for Fowey Harbour Commissioners as a Chief Engineer. Working on either of their tugs – CANNIS or MORGAWR; these are Voith Tractor Tugs constructed in the early 1980s and have a Lloyds Register Classification of 100A1 Tug: Near Continental Trading Area.
The position is a 40-hour working week plus out of hours work, dependant on the tug operating schedule, and will include some weekend working. The tugs’ primary port of operation is Fowey with regular away work in Plymouth and Falmouth.
The successful candidate will need a minimum qualification as a Chief Engineer – less than 500GT and 3000kW; have appropriate STCW certification and be medically fit with an ENG1 medical certificate.
The successful candidate will be self-motivated, reliable, have good communication skills and able to work in a team environment.
A competitive salary package accompanies the post and will reflect experience.
Pension Scheme
22 days holiday plus bank holidays per year
Life Insurance
Personal Health Cover
CV to be sent to:
Mrs Sue Hastings
Office Manager
Fowey Harbour Commissioners
Harbour Office
Albert Quay
Fowey
PL23 1AJ
Tel: 01726 832471
or email: admin@foweyharbour.co.uk