Steersmen / Helmsmen

BUANA TRADING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transport allowance provided

Flexible standby arrangements

Long-term career progression

Job summary

BUANA TRADING PTE. LTD. is seeking a Licensed Steersman or Trainee to operate harbourcraft for cargo delivery within Singapore port waters. The role includes training, career progression, and flexible standby arrangements to support vessel schedules.

Responsibilities involve delivering cargo safely, deploying from Penjuru Terminal and Marina South, and responding to activation calls. Trainees progress toward MPA Steersman certification while maintaining punctuality and safety.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid MPA Steersman (Port Limit) License.

Responsibilities

• Operate harbourcraft to deliver cargo safely and efficiently to vessels within Singapore port waters and anchorages
• Deploy harbourcraft from Penjuru Terminal and Marina South as scheduled
• Respond promptly to short-notice activation calls to ensure timely cargo delivery
• Work irregular hours, including day, night, weekends, and public holidays, to meet vessel schedules
• For trainees, actively participate in training and on-job orientation to progress towards MPA Licensed Steersman certification
• Maintain punctuality and responsibility in all assigned duties
• Follow safety protocols and operational guidelines during all harbourcraft operations

Skills

Harbourcraft operation

Job description

Join our team as a Licensed Steersman or Trainee to operate harbourcraft for cargo delivery within Singapore port waters. We provide training, career progression, and flexible standby arrangements in a stable, long-term role.

Responsibilities

• Operate harbourcraft to deliver cargo safely and efficiently to vessels within Singapore port waters and anchorages
• Deploy harbourcraft from Penjuru Terminal and Marina South as scheduled
• Respond promptly to short-notice activation calls to ensure timely cargo delivery
• Work irregular hours, including day, night, weekends, and public holidays, to meet vessel schedules
• For trainees, actively participate in training and on-job orientation to progress towards MPA Licensed Steersman certification
• Maintain punctuality and responsibility in all assigned duties
• Follow safety protocols and operational guidelines during all harbourcraft operations

Required competencies and certifications

• Hold a valid MPA Steersman (Port Limit) License for licensed steersman positions

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Willingness to learn and commit to long-term career development for trainee candidates

Other Information

Benefits:

• Stable job flow with consistent work opportunities
• Flexible standby arrangements allowing rest periods during vessel docking (approx. 2 weeks every 6 months with continued basic salary)
• Long-term career progression from Rigger to Steersman with higher income potential
• Transport allowance provided
• Basic salary plus attendance allowance and per job incentives, with estimated monthly income of $2,500 - $3,500+ for licensed steersmen

Working Arrangement

• Six-day work week
• Irregular hours based on vessel schedules, including day and night shifts
• Standby at home when no job is assigned

Participant
Singaporean / Foreigners