Set sail on a rewarding career
Join the team at the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company
Having operated on the Irish Sea since 1830, the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has long understood that its people are key to the success of the business. Through thick and thin the Steam Packet Company has provided a vital service to the Isle of Man, transporting goods and passengers in and out of the island in all seasons.
As an essential service for the Island’s economy the Steam Packet Company takes great pride in recruiting, training, supporting and developing great people.
Apprentice Deck Rating
Applications open for Deck Rating Apprenticeships
We’re excited to announce we have opened applications for two Deck Rating Apprentices, offering a unique and rewarding career path for Isle of Man residents interested in the maritime industry.
The new apprenticeships, which are only open to Isle of Man residents, provide comprehensive training and certifications, and practical experience, giving budding seafarers the opportunity to play a vital role in the running of the island’s lifeline ferry service.
A Deck Rating Apprentice is a trainee position, where individuals learn the fundamental duties necessary for the safe and efficient operation of a vessel. The role is a vital part of the navigation department, assisting in a variety of tasks including watch-keeping, maintaining safety and security, and performing practical seafaring duties such as mooring operations and vehicle deck operations.
The full-time permanent position is open to Isle of Man residents who are 16+.
To find out more and to apply here >
Current Vacancies -Second Engineer Officer (Relief Chief)
Current Vacancies -Electro-Technical Officer
Current Vacancies - Third Engineer
Current Vacancies - Fourth Engineer Officer
Armed Forces Covenant
We’re pleased to announce that we have joined the Armed Forces Covenant, formalising our commitment to supporting our Defence and Armed Forces community.
Careers info
Locations
IOMSPC has its headquarters in Douglas, Isle of Man, in Imperial Buildings, located on the edge of the Harbour estate. It also maintains a Ferry Travel Shop and freight office within the Isle of Man's iconic Sea Terminal.
The Company's workshops are also located near the port in Douglas, from where the engineering team help maintain the vessels in the fleet.
Heysham and Liverpool terminals are manned all-year round by full-time staff, but in the busier summer months there are openings for seasonal roles.
Vessels
The Steam Packet Company currently operates a fleet of two vessels in full-time service:
Manxman joined the fleet in 2023. It is the first vessel purpose built for the Company since 1998. The diesel-hybrid conventional RoPax was purpose-built for the needs of the Heysham-Isle of Man route. Packed with cutting-edge technology, Manxman is also designed for crew comfort and efficient working.
Manannan is a fast RoPax catamaran built to high speed craft standards by Incat Tasmania. Operating seasonally from Douglas, Manannan primarily serves Liverpool but also visits Dublin, Heysham and Belfast.
Roles ashore
It takes a huge number of personnel in a wide range of roles to make sure there is a boat sailing to and from the Isle of Man at least twice a day, all year except Christmas Day.
Careers shoreside at IOMSPC include all of the following:
- Accountancy and finance
- HR/Personnel
- Customer Services
- Shore Operations
- Fleet Operations
- Freight handlers
- Ropemen
- Dockers
- Mechanics
- Engineers
- Marketing
- Sales
Roles at Sea
Full-time roles on board the Steam Packet Company vessels range from Apprentice Deck Rating to Master, with most ranks in between.
Get in touch
If you are interested in possible Employment opportunities at the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, please send your CV and covering letter to: