[S] Ordinary Seaman / OS

Scorpio

Manila

On-site

PHP 279,000 - 446,000

Part time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Proper Rotation

Career Growth

Free WiFi Onboard

Life & Health Insurance

Mental Health Services

Healthy Onboard Meals

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Job summary

Scorpio seeks an Ordinary Seaman for 88 Aces Maritime Services Inc., Manila. You will assist with deck operations, navigation, cargo handling, and general vessel maintenance under ITF guidelines.

The role requires familiarity with SOLAS, MARPOL, and flag state rules, plus proficiency in rope work, mooring, and deck machinery. This is a contract position offering career growth, proper rotation, onboard meals, and health coverage.

Qualifications

Knowledge of SOLAS, MARPOL and flag state rules is required.
Experience in deck operations and cargo handling is essential.
Ability to perform rope work, splices and mooring tasks.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Seamanship

Deck operations

Mooring & knots

Communication

Emergency procedures

Tools

Gas monitoring equipment

Deck machinery

Job description

[S] Ordinary Seaman / OS

Department: OPTRA Tankers

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: 88 Aces Maritime Services Inc., Manila

Reporting To: CAU

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