Decision details

The Harbour Board considered a report providing details  of current manning levels at main ports and Council operated ferries.

The report provided the basis for a review of shift patterns and overtime working; noting that it is essential that Piers and Harbour staff, including ferry crews, provide an efficiently run service to meet the needs of the public.

The Board was made aware that the review seeks to establish a plan for standardisation with regard to currently differing working practices at different piers; to focus in particular on how to address high overtime working which is in part due to additional staffing for unplanned berthing.

Decision

The Board:

1)            noted the contents of the report; and

2)            agreed to reviews coming forward to the Harbour Board with suggestions on how fees can be managed with a view to piers and harbours becoming an asset.

(Reference: Report by Executive Director – Development and Infrastructure Services dated 17 March 2016, submitted)