HSS is looking for a Harbour Master for 2025
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Helsingfors Segelsällskap r.f. (HSS) is looking for a harbourmaster! This position is a unique opportunity to work in versatile and practical tasks in the most beautiful surroundings of Helsinki, in the middle of the sea and the city.
The harbour master coordinates the maintenance and preparation of boats, harbour and facilities in cooperation with external operators, and carries out maintenance work himself. This also includes the maintenance of the HVAC system, quays, bridges, equipment and waste management at the Shale Island and Shale Bay. In addition, the harbour master handles the harbour’s licensing, guest marina, insurance and boat reservations.
Are you organised and cooperative? Apply and join the HSS team!
Who is the job for?
This job is for you, even if you don’t have all the skills you need! If you have skills in areas such as boats, property maintenance, maintenance work or organisation, we encourage you to apply. You can learn the additional skills needed for the job, and we will support you in developing your skills. We can train you or you may be able to share the work with someone.
The work is suitable for both full-time and part-time job seekers – we can negotiate the workload to suit your situation. The work is scheduled between April and October.
Helsingfors Segelsällskap r.f
HSS is a sailing club founded in 1893. The club operates on three islands, Liuskasaari in central Helsinki, Andö in the Inko archipelago and Getören in the Sipoo archipelago. Liuskasaari has about 250 berths in seven moorings and three properties owned by the club. The club has around 1100 members, representing sailing and windsurfing enthusiasts of all ages, from juniors to pensioners. The club offers a wide range of opportunities to practise and compete in these sports. The club has a guest marina with 12 berths at the Shale Island.
The club has businesses as tenants, two restaurants and a petrol station. A separate company operates a boat service to the island with equipment owned by the club.
The club owns nine RIB boats, two vessels providing liaison and wholesale services and two aluminium boats.
HSS is located in a great location in the centre of Helsinki in Kaivopuisto and the island has an island-like atmosphere. The club has a large and diverse team, consisting of a Development Manager, Head of the Adult Sailing School and Head Coaches for juniors and adults. There is also a nine-member board of directors and several committees made up of volunteers from the club.
The tasks are varied and include both outdoor and indoor work.
Job description
Your days can include, for example:
- Maintenance of boats and docks, coordination and implementation of maintenance
- Coordination of wholesale logistics and mail with the club’s corporate tenants
- Managing the rental of premises in the morning, opening the doors for customers and bringing the catering to the premises
- Management of outsourced maintenance work and preparation and implementation of procurements; monitoring of budgets
- Maintaining the port’s tool and spare parts inventory
- Maintenance of buildings and equipment, such as fire extinguishers
- Management of permit issues
- Organisation and implementation of waste management
- Management of fleet reservations
- Management of the guest marina
The work is varied and changes daily. The job involves working closely with other staff and volunteers in the club.
What do we expect from you?
You are expected to have skills and competences in at least one of the following areas:
- Manual skills: basic skills for port and property maintenance
- Basic knowledge of technical systems: basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing and ventilation systems (professional level not required as some work can be outsourced)
- Boat driving skills: experience in driving a boat is essential
- Boat knowledge: outboard engine maintenance and understanding of basic boat systems (electrical, batteries, hull)
- Coordination and organisation skills: ability to manage projects and organise work tasks, budget management
- Co-operation and interaction skills: the role involves working closely with the club’s staff, members, marina clients and external parties.
- Initiative and responsibility: the role involves a lot of independent work and taking responsibility for projects
- Driving licence: needed for shopping and getting around
- IT skills: basic computer skills and knowledge of most common programmes
The role will suit someone with organisational skills, practical problem-solving abilities and an eagerness to learn more about port and property maintenance.
It is an advantage:
The following skills and experience are desirable but not essential. They add value to the job:
- Qualification as an electrician
- Plumber’s qualifications
- Experience in construction or maintenance
- Boat maintenance and boating experience
- Experience in a project manager or equivalent role
- Industry networks and knowledge
- Understanding of club activities
These additional skills will strengthen your skills and make it easier for you to carry out the various aspects of the job.
What do we offer you?
The contract is temporary and runs from the beginning of April until the end of October. The job is either full-time (normal working hours are Monday to Friday, mainly 8am to 4pm) or part-time. At times, the job will also include weekend and evening shifts, so flexibility is required on both sides. However, you will have the freedom to plan your schedule to suit your own responsibilities.
The workplace is mainly located in Liuskasaari, Helsinki, but administrative tasks can also be carried out remotely, offering more flexibility in terms of working hours and location. The job does not involve travelling, so all duties will be based locally.
The benefits of the job include access to a boat, occupational health care and flexible working hours. Although this is a fixed-term contract, it is possible to take two weeks’ summer holiday during the contract.
Salary and how to apply
Salary: please submit a salary request in your application.
Send your application, CV and salary requirements by e-mail to tyopaikat@helsinkisailing.com. Applications will be processed in the order in which they are received; the deadline for applications is 31 January 2025 and selection will take place in February.
For more information about the job, please contact Port Captain Petteri Backman, tel. +358 500 716 161
In March, you will start your orientation and familiarisation with the port, and the actual full-time work will start at the beginning of April.
Applicants may be interviewed during February, so please keep an eye on your email as the application process progresses.
Why join the HSS team?
This is a great opportunity to join the HSS team and be part of an inspiring working environment! As a Harbour Master you will get to work on a variety of tasks, participate in interesting projects and develop your own skills. We have a strong team spirit and we value everyone’s contribution to the club.
The workplace is located in what we think is the most beautiful part of Helsinki, in the archipelago, but in the middle of the city, which makes it particularly attractive to you if you love the sea and the archipelago. Don’t hesitate, send us your application! We look forward to welcoming you as part of the HSS community. Welcome to join us!
