Deckhand & Watchkeeper: Safe Vessel Ops & Maintenance

Svitzer Bahrain WLL; Al-Hidd; On-site; BHD 3,900 - 5,600; Full time

Job summary

SVITZER Bahrain is seeking a Deck Hand to support safe vessel operations. You will report to the Master and help ensure the vessel is ready for deployment in accordance with HMS policies and local regulations.Responsibilities include onboard safety drills, watchkeeping, maintenance, and assisting with salvage/workshop tasks as needed.

The role requires STCW and navigator qualifications, a valid seafarer medical, and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• II/4 - Nav Watch Rating - Unlimited
• Basic Safety Training (STCW A-VI/1)
• Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties A-VI/6
• Valid Seafarer Medical

Responsibilities

• The Deck Hand reports to the Master.
• The Deck Hand contributes so the vessel is always available to be deployed in a safe and efficient manner, as directed by the Master and always in accordance with HMS policies/procedures and according to local legislation when applicable.
• To perform all work tasks safely and if in doubt before the work start ask the Master for guidance
• Propose initiatives for raising the onboard safety level
• Active participation in safety training like drills onboard
• To perform operational duties, related to all tasks of the vessel including assisting with salvage jobs, workshop jobs ashore or with preparing equipment on shore/tow not limited to.
• To perform maintenance and housekeeping duties on deck, in the engine room or accommodation as instructed by the Master
• Stand watches such as lookout on the bridge and on deck as required
• The Deck Hand has the obligation to Stop Work whenever a task is unsafe (by personal judgement) and then inform the Master.
• The Deck Hand must know the procedure Proactive and Near Miss Reporting for the various type of occurrences that should be reported to the Master with the potential to cause injury, illness, pollution, defects or damage.
• Comply with the regulations of the company safety management system.
• Induction training of visitors, employees and other persons authorized by SVITZER to access the vessel where a Master, Deck Officer or Chief Engineer/Engineer is unavailable.

Education

II/4 - Nav Watch Rating - Unlimited

Basic Safety Training (STCW A-VI/1)

Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties A-VI/6

Valid Seafarer Medical

Job description

SVITZER Bahrain is seeking a Deck Hand to support safe vessel operations. You will report to the Master and help ensure the vessel is ready for deployment in accordance with HMS policies and local regulations.Responsibilities include onboard safety drills, watchkeeping, maintenance, and assisting with salvage/workshop tasks as needed.

The role requires STCW and navigator qualifications, a valid seafarer medical, and a commitment to safety and quality standards.