The independent Ferries Community Board are on the lookout for several community-minded individuals with “lived experience of west coast island life” to join their board.

According to the job description, the board member roles are voluntary but include reasonable expenses to cover items such as travel and accommodation for meetings.

The potential board members are described as “energetic individuals who wish to make a difference in the local communities”. They are expected to proactively engage with community groups to gather views and act as a voice for residents in the communities served by Caledonian MacBrayne.

The job description adds: “Ideal candidates will have an intricate knowledge of island life and an informed understanding of how ferry services are delivered between CalMac, CMAL and Transport Scotland. Applicants require strong communication skills and experience working with local committees and community groups.

“Members are expected to attend four Board meetings per year and contribute to the FCB’s annual strategic workplan, which helps advance network-wide improvements in ferry services for island and coastal communities.”

The deadline for applications is Thursday, August 20.

The Ferries Community Board comprises between 9 and 12 members who represent island communities across the West Coast ferry network.

The board works in collaboration with partners Calmac Ferries, Transport Scotland and CMAL. A workplan has been developed that focuses on service and infrastructure improvements.

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