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 Who are the Mersey Ferries?

Made famous by Gerry Marsden, Mersey Ferries, is more than just the ‘Ferry ‘cross the Mersey.’ From humble beginnings as a wooden passenger boat more than 800 years ago, to the receipt of a Royal Prefix from King George V for services in Zeebrugge in the First World War, and playing host to residents, The Beatles, on more than one occasion, the Mersey Ferries has a vast and varied history. Once a small commuter boat, the Mersey Ferries now offers daily River Explorer Cruises, a commuter service suitable for cyclists and pedestrians, and themed evening cruises throughout the summer.

In December 2023, Mersey Ferries signed a contract with Cammell Laird to produce a new vessel, the first in more than 60 years for the iconic tourist attraction.

The Royal Daffodil – named during a Keel Laying ceremony in January 2025 – is due to arrive on the water in summer 2026 and will be built locally in the Birkenhead shipyard, providing apprenticeships and training opportunities for the next generation of the Ferries team.

 
What will you be doing?

You will assist in ensuring the safe, efficient and effective operation of Mersey Ferries Vessels, whilst ensuring exceptional standards of presentation and customer service are maintained, implemented and developed. 

 
Who are we looking for?

Someone with prior experience and appropriate qualifications that will enable you  to adapt quicky to the requirements of the role. Training and familiarisation will be provided. The post is temporary for an initial six-month period. You should be able to start imminently as there is an immediate requirement for us to have the right person in post.

 
Why should you choose the Mersey Ferries?

 You’re interviewing us as much as we are you, and we want you to like us. We have a bright future ahead and while we have an impressive history, our focus is very much on the future of the Ferries, and we want people to join us who have the same vision. With a new boat on the horizon and all of the learning and development opportunities that will bring – we’re excited, and we hope that this person will join us in our vision and be excited too.

At interview, we’re happy to discuss training hopes and plans, family responsibilities, and the ways in which we can support the right person into the role. We want you to be happy here, and we’re keen to make sure we get the right person for the job.

If you have any questions before you apply, we’re here to chat, drop us a line on jake.keogh@liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk and/or ian.hayman@liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk .

If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply.

Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your personal statement of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your personal statement will be used for shortlisting.

About the organisation

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

 

Staff benefits

• •‍Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• •‍Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• •‍Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• •‍Flexible and hybrid working
• •‍24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• •‍Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme
• •‍Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• •‍Bike to Work Scheme
• •‍Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

 

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

 We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your personal statement how you meet all the key essential criteria listed above, and highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We actively promote diversity and inclusion. Please note that this role is unlikely to meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa