S Ordinary Seaman OS

Astor Shipmanagement; Mumbai; On-site; INR 360,000 - 720,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Rotation

Career Growth

WiFi Onboard

Life Insurance

Mental Health

Onboard Meals

Digital Payments

Crew Savings

Job summary

Scorpio Marine Management India Pvt Ltd in Mumbai is seeking an Ordinary Seaman (OS) on a contract/temporary basis. You will assist deck operations, navigation, cargo handling, and vessel maintenance while adhering to SOLAS, MARPOL and flag state regulations. A merit-based process applies and no fees are charged for offers.

The role requires hands-on seamanship, ropework, anchoring and mooring skills, plus strong safety and housekeeping discipline to support safe onboard operations.

Qualifications

• Familiar with SOLAS, MARPOL and flag state regulations.
• Experience in deck operations, cargo handling, and ballast management.
• Ability to follow safety, environmental and security procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist navigation, cargo and ballast handling, mooring and anchoring operations.
• Carry out deck maintenance and housekeeping to ensure equipment readiness.
• Comply with safety, environmental, and security procedures and regulations.

Skills

Effective communication

Ropework

Anchoring

Mooring

Deck equipment maintenance

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Description:

[S] Ordinary Seaman / OS

Application Deadline: 30 December 2026

Department: SMM Tankers

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: Scorpio Marine Management India Pvt Ltd, Mumbai

Description

Thank you for considering a career with us, and we look forward to welcoming you aboard! We are an equal-opportunity employer, welcoming qualified applicants from all backgrounds. Represented by the ITF, we adhere to ILO standards, ensuring fair practices and safe conditions. Please note that we follow a merit-based recruitment process and never charge fees for job offers.

Role Purpose: Assist with deck operations, navigation, cargo handling, and overall vessel maintenance to ensure safe, secure, and environmentally compliant operations.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in navigation, cargo and ballast handling, mooring, and anchoring operations. Carry out deck maintenance and housekeeping as assigned while ensuring equipment readiness. Comply with safety, environmental, and security procedures and regulations.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential Knowledge: The Ordinary Seaman must be familiar with company policies, SOLAS, MARPOL, and flag state regulations. Key knowledge areas include the Theory and Practice of Seamanship, emergency procedures, risk assessment, and hazard identification. Essential areas also include maintenance tasks, use of gas monitoring equipment, operating deck machinery, and waste management practices.

Essential Skills and Abilities: Effective communication and reporting skills are essential for the Ordinary Seaman, along with the ability to operate, maintain, and assist in repairing deck equipment. Proficiency in anchoring, mooring, and ropework, including knots and splices, is crucial. Strong time management skills, resource prioritization, and a commitment to high standards of cosmetic maintenance and housekeeping are also required.

Experience: Demonstrates reliability and effectiveness as a member of the deck crew, with a strong record in deck operations, including the use of deck machinery and cargo handling. Maintains the deck in good working condition, ensuring cosmetic maintenance standards are met. Shows seamanship skills, including proficiency in rope work and handling various types of lines, cables, and wires.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Proper Rotation
• Career Growth
• Free WiFi Onboard
• Life & Health Insurance
• Mental Health Services
• Healthy Onboard Meals
• Digital Payment Solutions
• Crew Savings Plan

For more information on our benefits, please visit our Careers at Sea page: https://www.scorpiogroup.net/careers-at-sea/