Marine and Helicopter Coordinator

Summary: The Marine & Helicopter Coordinator will play a vital role in supporting safe and efficient operations during the construction of an Offshore Wind Farm in Grimsby. This freelance position requires coordination of vessel and helicopter traffic, emergency response management, and operational tracking within the Offshore Operations & Logistics department. The role demands strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure, with a focus on safety and compliance. The contract is for 6 months with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate emergency response as first-line responder, liaising with project staff and external agencies
• Control vessel/helicopter traffic per established procedures
• Track personnel, vessels, and communications across the OWF
• Manage WTG access restrictions and optimise vessel usage
• Operate the offshore management system - certification and asset tracking
• Provide and interpret weather/observation data for operational recommendations
• Manage daily coordination with weather data providers
• Maintain stakeholder communication and statutory reporting (pollution, lighting, buoys, infringements)
• Monitor marine operations and ensure safe airspace coordination
• Support surveillance, vessel avoidance, documentation, HSE, and marine inspection tasks

Key Skills:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in Marine Coordination
• Competent with offshore supplier databases and radio comms
• Familiar with maritime certification and offshore emergency response
• Skilled in personnel tracking, marine/air traffic control, and offshore weather monitoring
• Strong team player, proactive under pressure, excellent communication skills
• Computer literate, able to manage documentation and reporting processes
• Flexibility to work 12-hour shifts - 1 week on / 1 week off
• Shift schedule includes day/night/weekend shifts - to be confirmed at interview

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Grimsby

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other