Deckhand - Offshore/Project-Based

Goodwin Marine Services; Hull (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Goodwin Marine Services in Hull, MA seeks a hands-on deckhand for project-based offshore work. You will perform general vessel maintenance, assist with mobilization, and support deck operations aboard client vessels.

This role offers a flexible schedule, on-board training, and opportunities for advancement as schedules and projects allow. Assignments may involve multi-day or multi-week offshore rotations, with duties spanning lines, fenders, rigging, and basic inspections.

Responsibilities

• Perform general vessel maintenance, cleaning, painting, and upkeep to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Assist with vessel mobilization and demobilization, including loading, securing, and organizing equipment and supplies.
• Handle lines, fenders, and other deck equipment during docking, undocking, and vessel operations.
• Assist with the operation of deck machinery and equipment, including winches, A-frames, cranes, and rigging as directed.
• Support offshore project operations, which may include equipment deployment and recovery, survey/research operations, and other client activities.
• Assist clients and project personnel onboard as needed while maintaining a professional and safety-focused environment.
• Follow all vessel safety procedures, emergency protocols, and instructions from the captain and senior crew.
• Perform basic inspections and report equipment, maintenance, or safety concerns to senior crew members.
• Maintain clean and orderly deck, common, and work areas. Perform other duties as assigned by the captain or senior crew members.

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

This is a project-based/temporary position. Work is offered based on vessel schedules and project needs, and consistent or year-round hours are not guaranteed. Assignments may include multi-day or multi-week offshore rotations.

Responsibilities:

• Perform general vessel maintenance, cleaning, painting, and upkeep to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Assist with vessel mobilization and demobilization, including loading, securing, and organizing equipment and supplies.
• Handle lines, fenders, and other deck equipment during docking, undocking, and vessel operations.
• Assist with the operation of deck machinery and equipment, including winches, A-frames, cranes, and rigging as directed.
• Support offshore project operations, which may include equipment deployment and recovery, survey/research operations, and other client activities.
• Assist clients and project personnel onboard as needed while maintaining a professional and safety-focused environment.
• Follow all vessel safety procedures, emergency protocols, and instructions from the captain and senior crew.
• Perform basic inspections and report equipment, maintenance, or safety concerns to senior crew members.
• Maintain clean and orderly deck, common, and work areas.
  Perform other duties as assigned by the captain or senior crew members.