Position Description:
Recruiting for experienced 'AB' for SILVERSEA cruises - the World's Best Small Luxury Cruise Line.
Embarkation :
- Silver Endeavour October 23rd
- Silver Cloud November 19th
- Silver Wind November 18th
Previous cruise ship experience is required!
Salary in USD//per month worked - will be discussed at interview
Contract 7 months +/-1
Required: experienced as such, valid Certificates, good references/recommendations
Position Summary 1. 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
1. Reporting to the Staff Captain and the Bosun.
Responsibilities
1. Executes general maintenance, repair, sanitation and upkeep of material equipment and areas within
the Deck department.
2. Assists with general maintenance (to include but not limited to the following):
a. Chipping
b. Scraping
c. Cleaning
d. Priming
e. Painting.
3. Maintains a clean and orderly working area. Ensuring that all work materials and equipment are
properly stowed.
4. Carries out maintenance on lifeboats, rescue boats and liferafts, emergency and damage control
gear.
5. Responsible to be familiar with the operation and location of all lifesaving, fire-fighting and pollution
prevention equipment.
6. Carries out Quartermaster and gangway duties as instructed by the Staff Captain.
7. Carries out fire patrol duties if assigned by the Staff Captain in compliance with SOLAS
requirements.
8. 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.
9. Will participate in safe zodiac operations as per Staff Captains instructions.
10. Attends the mooring operations on arrival and departure.
11. Secures the gangway for shore and sea going operations.
12. Ensures sea worthiness of the vessel.
13. Responsible to the Officer on duty to maintain a safe deck watch and ensure that the vessel remains
securely moored.
14. Participates in the loading of deck department provisioning.
15. Has a full knowledge of every aspect of safety features of the vessel.
16. Keeps the Staff Captain, Officer on duty and Bosun promptly and fully informed of all problems and
matters of significance.
17. Accountable for ensuring that Company, National and International standards are maintained and
meeting requirements.
18. Practices good people management, maintaining proper conduct within the Deck department and
other departments around the ship.
19. Observes and enforces uniform and grooming standards according to Company policies.
20. All other duties as assigned. Copyright 1999 Silversea Cruises Ltd. All Rights
Safety Duties:
1. Participates in crew and passenger safety drills according to instructions.
2. Always complies with the Company’s safety and pollution prevention regulations and operating
procedures.
3. Leads by example by taking care of Health and Safety of self and others.
4. Ensures that all work equipment, personal protective equipment, chemicals and safety devices are
being used correctly.
Education/Experience/Qualifications:
1. Valid STCW95 certification.
2. Appropriate certification as required by regulations.
3. Good understanding of exterior maintenance and repair.
4. Must be fully proficient in operating tender boats and rescue boats.
5. Extensive experience in subordinate positions and on board passengers ships in a similar role.
6. Physically and medically fit.
7. Moral integrity is required.
8. Coast Guard and Port State Control experience.
Language requirements:
1. Fluent English (verbal, written and technical). English is the working and safety language on board
Silversea vessels. 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:
1. Punctual.
2. Proactive approach to problem solving.
3. Ability to be flexible, well organized, self managed and motivated. Handle multiple demands, remain
calm and effective under pressure and resolve issues quickly.
4. Effective, full, clear and concise communications is essential.
5. Safe, professional and personal practices.
6. Well groomed and neat appearance.
7. Ability to work in confined spaces.
8. Ability to live in close quarters, share limited space with cabin mates.
9. Ability to deliver a high standard of performance.
V. Group is the leading global maritime agency with a pool of 44,000 active seafarers and approximately 3,000 shore colleagues. We represent in excess of 300 global client businesses who have engaged our management services for around 1,000 vessels.
At V. Group, our ambition is straightforward - to drive the transformation of our industry and to be the leading global provider of marine crew supply/management services.
Our values comprise of ‘five C’s’: we Care, we Collaborate, we Challenge, we are Consistent, and we Commit and Deliver, these values are central to our business and remain embedded in to our service output.
We aim to be an industry leader, challenging the parameters of best practice and shaping the future of Marine Operations.
As a strictly compliant global leader in marine services, V. Group will not request any fees or compensation for our services from seafarers. Please be aware of any illegal recruitment services and crewing representatives attempting to act on our behalf.
