Marine Store Keeper for Orient Express Sailing Yachts

V.Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading maritime services provider is hiring a Marine Store Keeper for the ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN. The role includes managing equipment orders, ensuring safety compliance, and reporting to the Chief Engineer. Candidates must have STCW certification and extensive experience onboard passenger ships. This is a 5-month onboard contract with 2 months off, providing benefits like accommodation and medical insurance after the first contract.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

Dining privileges

Free laundry service

Family visit policy

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience onboard passenger ships in a similar role.
• Physically and medically fit.
• Proficient in reading technical drawings and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Manage ordering, receiving, and storing equipment and materials.
• Coordinate with technical departments.
• Participate in crew safety drills.

Skills

Fluent English

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Valid STCW 95 certification

Relevant certifications

Tools

AMOS

Microsoft applications

Job description

Overview

Marine Store Keeper for ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN, embarkation 01/March/2026, contract 5 months on / 2 months off. Location: Shipboard. Department: Engine. Employment Type: Contract.

Description

Marine Storekeeper for ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN, embarkation 01/March/2026, contract 5 months on / 2 months off.

Key Responsibilities

1. To manage, supervise and perform ordering, receiving, storing, accounting, preservation, distribution, shipping and issuing of equipment, spare parts, apparatus and materials onboard to the highest degree of safety and performance in accordance with Company Policies and compliance with Public Health or any other prescribed regulations.
2. Ensures proper coordination with different technical parties and departments.

Reporting Structure

1. Reporting to the Chief Engineer and Staff Engineer.

Safety Duties

1. Participates in crew safety drills according to instructions.
2. Must always comply 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 STCW 95 certification.
2. Appropriate certification as required by regulations.
3. Extensive experience on board passenger ships in a similar role.
4. Physically and medically fit.
5. Moral integrity is required.
6. Public Health, Sanitation and Environmental training courses are appreciated.
7. Proficient in reading and understanding technical drawings and manuals.

Language requirements

1. Excellent 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.

Computer knowledge

1. Good working knowledge of AMOS and Microsoft applications.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

1. 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 noise, light traffic and distracting environments.

Profile

1. Vast knowledge of a multi outlet operation.
2. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead, motivate and develop a culturally diverse work force.
3. Punctual.
4. Proactive approach to problem solving.
5. Ability to be flexible, well organized, self managed and motivated.
6. Ability to handle multiple demands, remain calm and effective under pressure and resolve issues quickly.
7. Safe, professional and personal practices. Fully conversant with VMS and MLC requirements.
8. Well groomed and neat appearance.
9. Ability to deliver a high standard of technical performance.

Benefits

• Accommodation: Double cabin, with every second day cleaning
• Dining Privileges: Officer Mess. Guest restaurants as per benefit grid
• Laundry: All uniforms are laundered free of charge, personal laundry $25 complimentary per month
• Family visit: 14 days per 6 calendar months, after completion of first contract
• Private medical insurance: Yes, after completion of first contract