We’re Hiring: Second Engineer
We’re recruiting for a Second Engineer to join our vital safety service for mariners.
You will be responsible for planning and implementing day to day engine room activities and assisting the Chief Engineer with the safe, effective and efficient operation of all technical systems.
This is an exciting time to join NLB with the delivery of our new state of the art vessel, POLE STAR.
Closing date 8 June. See our website for details and to apply. Link in bio
#maritime #lighthouses #secondengineer #scotland
We’re Hiring - Retained Lightkeeper (RLK), Orkney.
We’re recruiting for a Retained Lightkeeper for Orkney to help maintain four lighthouses - Hoy High, Hoy Low, Noup Head and Cantick Head.
This part-time position will involve carrying out routine inspections and maintenance of the stations as well as responding to malfunctions to keep the lighthouses operational.
If you live on Orkney, are computer literate, physically fit (you’ll have regular medical assessments), and in possession of a full UK driving licence with regular access to a suitable vehicle, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply by 11 May. See our website for more information and application form. Link in bio.
#orkneyjobs #vacancy #lighthouse
C A L F . O F . E D A Y
A beautiful day for heli-ops at Calf of Eday today. Calf of Eday is a minor light situated on the island of Eday north-east of mainland Orkney.
The team are there to prepare for the lighthouse refurbishment which will include replacing the access ladder, balcony and lightroom, along with a complete electrical re‑work. Due to the remote location, most of the materials and equipment have to be transported to and from site via NLB Ship and Helicopter.
Thank you to Jenny, Civil Project Engineer for the images and video.
A P R I L . L I G H T H O U S E
Mull of Kintyre Lighthouse is situated on the Mull of Kintyre, a remote headland at the southwestern tip of the Kintyre peninsula in southwest Scotland. It’s one of 208 lighthouses we manage and maintain in Scotland and Isle of Man.
*Lighthouse Facts*
Year Established: 1788
Engineer: Thomas Smith
Character: Flashing (2) White every 20 seconds
Range: 18 nautical miles
Photo by Gordon, Business Support Officer for our 2026 lighthouse calendar
#Lighthouse
We’re @theukcareersfair today @assembly_rooms_edinburgh
Come and meet Allan and Adam our current Deck Rating Apprentices and find out about all our latest vacancies from Rachel and Kizzy.
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#apprenticeships
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W E . A R E . H I R I N G
*Deck Apprenticeships*
The Northern Lighthouse Board, in partnership with @cofgcollege - Faculty of Nautical and STEM is offering Deck apprenticeships for aspiring seafarers.
This is a great opportunity to earn while you learn, develop professional maritime skills, and contribute to Scotland’s vital maritime safety network.
The apprenticeships combine college-based learning with structured sea time aboard our vessels PHAROS and POLE STAR. When you’re at sea you will be working for 2 months on followed by a month off. You will be supported by a mentor on the ship to progress through your Merchant Navy Training Book. You will also receive specialist seafaring training unique to NLB operations.
Apply by 20 May. See our website for details and an application form.
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P H A R O S
PHAROS is a multi-function tender which came into service in 2007 to support the maintenance of our lighthouses and other aids to navigation (AtoNs). She has an overall length of 84.25 metres, a breadth of 16.5 metres and a draught of only 4.25 metres. She is equipped with Dynamic Positioning (DPII), a 30 Tonne main crane on her 300m2 aft deck and a helipad.
The vessel works with a contract helicopter and her own workboat to provide access to and re-supply of some of the most remote lighthouses in Scotland and the Isle of Man.
Both PHAROS and POLE STAR operate from our base in Oban.
#maritime #oban #ships #buoy #scotland
L I G H T H O U S E . L I V E S
Scotland’s Lighthouse heritage is brought to life in a new book called ‘Lighthouse Lives’.
Interviews record the life experiences of more than fifty former Northern Lighthouse Board keepers and their families before and during the process of lighthouse automation, which was completed in 1998.
The book was produced by the Northern Lighthouse Heritage Trust in partnership with the European Ethnological Research Centre and is published by John Donald.
See our website for details.
#LighthouseLives #Scotland #Lighthouse #lightkeepers
Tonight at 8pm on Channel 5, Building the Impossible with @rob.bell features Muckle Flugga.
Muckle Flugga Lighthouse is the most northerly lighthouse in the UK. It was established in 1854 and built by Thomas and David Stevenson. It’s one of 208 lighthouses we manage and maintain in Scotland and the Isle of Man.
#MuckleFlugga #BuildingtheImpossible @channel5_tv
Cook/Steward
We’re looking for a Cook/Steward to work onboard our vessels PHAROS or POLE STAR. You’ll work closely with the Chief Cook to deliver great food and maintain high hygiene standards across the galley, fridges, and storerooms. You will support meal preparation and manage galley cleanliness.
In addition, you will be responsible for cleaning designated areas throughout the vessel, including passageways, recreation rooms, the mess room, and passenger cabins.
If you’re a team‑player with a positive attitude and would like to support our vital safety service for mariners please apply! Closing date 20 April. See our website for details. Link in bio.
#careersatsea #maritime #shipscook #scotland #isleofman
O B A N . B A S E
For over 120 years, our Oban base has played a vital role in keeping mariners safe. From maintaining solar‑powered navigational buoys to supporting our ships PHAROS and POLE STAR, the team on site includes Administration, Stores, Helicopter and Buoy Co‑ordination, Base Assistants and Engineering staff.
The buoys are refurbished using modern, environmentally conscious processes — helping them stay on station for up to six years before returning to Oban for a full refit.
Thank you to our Chief Executive, Mike, for capturing the photos — including a stunning sunset!
#Oban #MarineSafety #BuoyRefurbishment #scotland
