Marine Crew Member - 6 Month Contract
Aboard SeaGrown vessels plus onshore work at SeaGrown’s main site in Scarborough. Regional travel may be required in the future.
Vacancy listed 25/06/2026
Application deadline 17/07/2026
Details
Job Purpose
To support SeaGrown’s mission to lead the UK Ocean Health industry by growing sustainable seaweed and shellfish to promote healthier oceans and a better planet. A key member of a best-in-class Marine team which provides the infrastructure for SeaGrown's aquaculture site.  Part of the day-to-day team that delivers the deployment and maintenance of marine assets plus supporting essential science work at sea.

Flexibility and a proactive attitude are essential.

Main Responsibilities
  • Support the operation, preparation and maintenance of all SeaGrown vessels to ensure appropriate readiness levels.  Participate in deck operations on Seagrown and third-party vessels as required.
  • Rigging, deployment and recovery of marine / scientific / aquaculture equipment.  
  • Adherence to all company safety protocols including wearing appropriate PPE, conducting toolbox talks and following authorised procedures.
  • Proactively seeking a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues.   
  • Supporting the wider team with the continuous improvement of SeaGrown deck operations.  
  • Other installation and maintenance tasks for SeaGrown assets as required. 
  • Other duties as reasonably required by SeaGrown management.  Inter-departmental support and training will be provided as required.

Person Specification
Skills & Qualifications - Essential
  • Valid ENG1 medical 
  • All elements of basic STCW safety training
  • Innovative, with strong problem-solving skills.
  • IT literate and ability to learn new systems. 
  • Full Driving License

Skills & Qualifications - Desirable
  • EDH
  • AEC1 & 2

Experience & Knowledge - Essential
  • Previous experience on a working deck 
  • Interest in the marine environment and how SeaGrown can enhance it.
  • Experience maintaining marine equipment.
  • Slinger and Bankman certificates

Experience & Knowledge - Desirable
  • Scientific sampling experience. 
  • An interest in and understanding of marine biodiversity and sustainability 

Personal Qualities - Essential
  • Ability to fit into, enhance and support a capable team
  • Flexible and adaptable, and able to respond to changing circumstances, assisting with tasks at short notice
  • Proactive approach 
  • Demonstrates initiative in problem solving
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Ability to work outdoors in intertidal environments
  • Verbal communication skills to be able to give clear direction
  • Sound discretion as work will involve commercially sensitive information. 

Hours of work
Full time, up to 40 hours a week including evening, weekend and overnight work. Whilst at sea the UK Hours of Rest regulations will be observed in accordance with MSN1877(M).

This role is a 6 month contract with the potential to extend and/or become permanent.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.  If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.

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