Marine pilot (harbor)

Harbour marine pilots board ships to guide them safely through ports and confined waters. The work involves navigating large vessels through challenging harbour approaches and channels, advising captains, handling currents and traffic, and using deep local knowledge to bring ships safely to berth.

They work for port authorities and pilotage services. The role suits highly experienced, calm, expert mariners with intimate local knowledge who can take the helm of huge ships in tight, hazardous waters, make precise decisions under pressure, and carry the responsibility of safely guiding vessels worth fortunes through the most demanding stretch of their voyage.