Maritime and Coastguard Agency
United Kingdom
About Maritime and Coastguard Agency
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is an executive agency of the United Kingdom working to prevent the loss of lives at sea and is responsible for implementing British and international maritime law and safety policy. It is also responsible for land based search and rescue helicopter operations from 2015.
Its responsibilities include coordinating search and rescue (SAR) on the coastline and at sea through Her Majesty's Coastguard (HMCG), ensuring that ships meet international and UK safety standards, monitoring and preventing coastal water pollution and testing and issuing Merchant Navy Certificates of Competency (licences) for ships' officers and crew to STCW requirements The organisation is led by Sir Alan Massey, its Chief Executive, who took up post in July 2010.The MCA are chiefly responsible for the syllabus and national training standards issued by the Merchant Navy Training Board (based at the UK Chamber of Shipping).
Maritime & Coastguard Agency
6 jobs with Maritime and Coastguard Agency
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Navigation Policy Advisor - Flexible Working Available
Do you have working experience in the marine or shipping industry?
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Maritime Operations Controller
Are you a confident leader with tactical insight and an operational mindset?
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Marine Surveyor 'S' Level - Engineer, Naval Architect, Nautical, and Ship disciplines
Are you an experienced Maritime Professional looking for a challenging and rewarding experience to further your career?
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Senior Coastal Operations Officer
Are you a resilient and high energy individual who has experience leading operational teams in a response environment?
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International Relations Assistant
Would you enjoy collaborating and engaging with a range of partners?
