The Deck Hand reports directly to the Master (Captain) and contributes to ensuring the vessel is always available for safe and efficient operations in accordance with company policies, procedures, applicable legislation, and operational requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
Perform all duties safely and seek guidance from the Master whenever there is uncertainty before commencing work.
Actively promote and contribute to a strong safety culture by:
Proposing initiatives to improve onboard safety.
Participating in safety drills, training, and emergency response exercises.
Reporting safety hazards, observations, near misses, incidents, defects, pollution risks, injuries, illnesses, or damage through established reporting procedures.
Understanding and applying the company’s Stop Work and Take 5 procedures whenever a task is considered unsafe.
Complying with all requirements of the Company Safety Management System.
Support all vessel operations, including:
Assisting with towing and salvage operations.
Supporting workshop activities ashore and equipment preparation onshore.
Operating deck, towing, and associated vessel machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
Perform maintenance, repair, and housekeeping duties throughout the vessel, including decks, engine room, accommodation spaces, and other assigned areas, in accordance with the Planned Maintenance System and instructions from the Master, Captain, or Engineer.
Maintain a working knowledge of all onboard safety and emergency equipment and be capable of using such equipment effectively during emergencies.
Be capable of operating the vessel in emergency situations when required.
Stand watches as assigned, including lookout duties on the bridge and deck.
Maintain a basic working knowledge of VHF radio communications and communicate effectively with customers, pilots, port authorities, and other stakeholders as required.
Handle, store, and secure supplies, stores, and equipment in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.
Build and maintain professional working relationships with customers, pilots, port authorities, agents, and other stakeholders, and participate in operational meetings when required.
Conduct induction and safety familiarization for visitors, employees, and other authorized personnel boarding the vessel when designated officers are unavailable.
Take ownership of assigned vessel areas and ensure they are maintained to the required operational, safety, and housekeeping standards.
Comply with all applicable statutory, regulatory, and company requirements, including those established by the IMO, Classification Societies, Flag State Administrations, National Authorities, and Port Authorities.
Complete all mandatory training and actively pursue ongoing professional development to maintain competence and support vessel operations.
Carry out duties in a professional, responsible, adaptable, and flexible manner to meet vessel and crewing requirements.
Perform any other duties reasonably assigned by the Captain, Master, Engineer, or Management from time to time.
Qualifications:
Personal Safety & Social Responsibility
Elementary First Aid
Personal Survival Techniques
Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
Building a Diverse Workplace
In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles, and we are excited about hearing from you!
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Founded in 1833, Svitzer builds on almost 200 years of experience, and our powerful tugboats and experts in towage work tirelessly to keep goods flowing, businesses thriving, and communities connected. Today, Svitzer is a leading global port and terminal infrastructure provider, serving approximately 2,000 customers in 141 ports and 40 terminals across 37 countries through a fleet of 456 vessels.
