Skipper – Swan
The Swan Trust SCIO
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| 16 Alexandra Building, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0LL |
| Salary |
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| £30,000 to £35,000 pro rata |
| Closing Date |
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| 12 November 2026 |
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| The Swan Trust SCIO |
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| Job Details |
| info@swantrust.com |
Ahoy there – Join the Swan for Summer 2027!
Shetland’s own Tall Ship, Swan, has an exciting opportunity for a qualified Skipper to join us for the 2027 summer season. This will offer a fantastic experience sailing round Shetland, North East Scotland, and international journeys to the Faroe Islands.
The role would suit a someone keen on adventure who understands the importance and value of sail training to our younger sailors, and the quality of experience for our public sailing trips. The position may be available as a job share opportunity for the right candidate.
Role: Season Skipper aboard Swan
Location: Lerwick based, Sailing around Shetland, NE Scotland and Faroe during summer 2027
Date: 1st April to 30th September 2027
Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 Pro Rata (before deductions); depending on experience
Role Description:
Skipper to join established Mate and volunteer crew on board 20m Gaff Ketch Fife, Swan. To oversee safety and operation of vessel while delivering quality sail training skills to passengers of all ages.
The boat is predominantly used as a sail training vessel with some private charter and public trips.
Skipper requirements:
- RYA Yachtmaster Offshore, Commercially endorsed; OR equivalent MCA qualification
- Experience of Sail Training with young people
- Radio Operator’s certificate, suitable for the radio equipment on board
- Medical Fitness Certificate, ENG1
- Basic Sea Survival Course
- First Aid Training. STCW Proficiency in Medical Care Certificate, or its predecessor, STCW Ship’s Captain’s Medical Certificate
- Radar training
- MCA approved fire fighting course
- Elementary Food Hygiene Level 2
- Approved diesel engine course
- General engine maintenance skills would be an advantage
- Disclosure Scotland check will be required
Swan was named as National Historic Ships Flagship of the Year 2023 and ASTO Sail Training Vessel of the Year 2024.
Website: www.swantrust.com
For further information or to apply, please contact:
Email: info@swantrust.com
Closing Date: 12/11/26
Swan Trust SCIO charity number: SC051822