Ordinary Seaman for Mystic Cruises @ V.Group

We are looking for experienced Ordinary Seaman to join the cruise vessel VASCO DA GAMA , with embarkation dates available ASAP Candidates should meet the following requirements: Proven experience in the rank of OS on passenger/cruise vessels; All required and valid STCW certificates; Valid medical fitness certification; Good references and professional recommendations; Strong English communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multicultural onboard team. Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply.

Position Summary

• Responsible for the maintenance to the exterior of the vessel in accordance with Company Policies, any National or International standards and any other prescribed regulations.
• Participating in the preparation of the vessel for arrival and departure, loading and discharging operations.
• Assisting and supporting the Deck department in every respect according to the Master’s, Staff Captain’s or Bosun’s instructions.
• Reporting Structure Reporting to the Staff Captain and the Bosun.

Safety

Duties

• Participates in crew and passenger safety drills according to instructions.
• Always complies with the Company’s safety and pollution prevention regulations and operating procedures.
• Leads by example by taking care of Health and Safety of self and others.
• Ensures that all work equipment, personal protective equipment, chemicals and safety devices are being used correctly.
• Education/Experience/Qualifications: Valid STCW95 certification.
• Appropriate certification as required by regulations.
• Good understanding of exterior maintenance and repair.
• Must be fully proficient in operating tender boats and rescue boats.
• Experience on board passengers ships in a similar role.
• Physically and medically fit.
• Moral integrity is required.
• Coast Guard and Port State Control experience.
• Language requirements: Fluent English (verbal, written and technical).
• English is the working and safety language on board . This also includes the ability to give and receive instructions in verbal and written forms and to effectively and efficiently engage with guests and crew members.
• Additional languages are considered beneficial.
• Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Required to stand, walk long distances, reaching and sitting.
• Repetitive motion of bending, going up and down stairs, climbing ladders.
• Lifting or pushing of up to 50lbs.
• The position requires overtime work and irregular schedules.
• Works in all areas of the vessel with light traffic and distracting environments.

Profile

• Punctual.
• Proactive approach to problem solving.
• Ability to be flexible, well organized, self managed and motivated.
• Handle multiple demands, remain calm and effective under pressure and resolve issues quickly.
• Effective, full, clear and concise communications is essential.
• Safe, professional and personal practices.
• Well groomed and neat appearance.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to live in close quarters, share limited space with cabin mates.
• Ability to deliver a high standard of performance.
• Status - Rating.
• Salary - Refer to contract.
• Rotation - Refer to contract.
• Executes general maintenance, repair, sanitation and upkeep of material equipment and areas within the Deck department.
• Assists with general maintenance (to include but not limited to the following): Chipping.
• Scraping.
• Cleaning.
• Priming.
• Painting.
• Maintains a clean and orderly working area.
• Ensures that all work materials and equipment are properly stowed.
• Carries out maintenance on lifeboats, rescue boats and liferafts, emergency and damage control gear.
• Responsible to be familiar with the operation and location of all lifesaving, fire-fighting and pollution prevention equipment.
• Attends the mooring operations on arrival and departure.
• Secures the gangway for shore and sea going operations.
• Will participate in the tendering operations under the Staff Captain’s instruction when the vessel is at anchor ensuring that the tender operations are performed in a safe manner and according to the schedule.
• Will participate in the safe zodiac operation as per Staff Captain’s instructions.
• Ensures sea worthiness of the vessel.
• Responsible to the Officer on duty to maintain a safe deck watch and ensure that the vessel remains securely moored.
• Have a full knowledge of every aspect of safety features of the vessel.
• Participates in the loading of deck department provisioning.
• Keeps the Staff Captain, Officer on duty and Bosun promptly and fully informed of all problems and matters of significance.
• Accountable for ensuring that Company, National and International standards are maintained and meeting requirements.
• Practices good people management, maintaining proper conduct within the Deck department and other departments around the ship.
• Observes and enforces uniform and grooming standards according to Company policies.
• All other duties as assigned.