Ordinary Seaman (OS) on a cruise ship

Ordinary Seaman (OS) on a cruise ship (JOB ID 63274)

Requirements:
• A High School diploma or technical training
• COP STCW Regulation II/4
• English level Intermediate or higher

OS is a member of the deck department. The position is an apprentice to become an able seaman. OS is responsible for the maintenance and conservation of the ship's decks and superstructures. His primary duty is to aid the watch keeping team in keeping a safe lookout and to report all sightings and dangers.

OS is responsible for routine maintenance of the ship. He performs a variety of duties concerned with the operation and upkeep of deck department areas and equipment:
• Report any undesired events, unsafe practices or near accidents observed to the superior officer/s and attempt to rectify them if safely possible.
• Participate in the maintenance of the deck and its associated fittings as instructed by the bosun.
• Participate in the maintenance and upkeep of accommodation spaces as instructed
• Participate in preparation of the vessel for arrival and departure port and participate in cargo (stores) loading and discharging operations.
• Attend anchor & mooring station during arrival and departure port.
• Participate in all training program or drills as directed.
• When directed, carry out other duties in other departments as directed by the chief officer (S/C) or bosun, within the limitations of his position and ability.
• Participate in waste management duties as instructed by his supervising officer.
• Any other duties as delegated by the Captain or Staff Captain within the scope of the rank
• Maintain an awareness of environmental and energy efficiency aspects and impacts as relevant to your role, and act as departmental environmental and energy efficiency representative if required (where applicable to the vessel ISO accreditation standard).