Waste Water Plant Assistant

Crew Life at Sea; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime recruitment agency is seeking a Waste Water Plant Assistant for an international placement onboard a cruise line. This role involves operating the Advanced Waste Water Treatment System, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and performing maintenance tasks. Candidates should have a completed apprenticeship and at least one year of experience at sea, particularly on cruise ships. This position offers competitive monthly salary, accommodation, and meals onboard.

Benefits

Competitive monthly salary paid in USD

Accommodation and meals provided onboard

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience at sea as Wiper/Oiler, preferably on cruise ships.
• Knowledge of AWWT systems and basic water chemistry.
• Ability to read and interpret technical system descriptions and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the Advanced Waste Water Treatment (AWWT) System.
• Perform scheduled cleaning and maintenance of filters, membranes, and tanks.
• Conduct maintenance and repair work on pumps, blowers, and related equipment.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety regulations.
• Maintain operational logs and reports.

Skills

Technical knowledge of wastewater systems

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Safety awareness

Education

Completed apprenticeship as Able Seaman Engine or Rating forming part of an Engineering Watch

English proficiency at A2 level or higher

Tools

Pipe systems

Filters

Pumps

Blowers

Job description

Position: Waste Water Plant Assistant
Location: International placement onboard a cruise line

About the Opportunity:
Crew Life At Sea is currently recruiting Waste Water Plant Assistants on behalf of one of our cruise line partners. This critical role is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Advanced Waste Water Treatment (AWWT) System onboard, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations. If you have shipboard experience and technical knowledge of wastewater systems, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your maritime career.

All placements are made directly with the cruise line Crew Life At Sea does not charge any recruitment or placement fees.

Role Responsibilities:

Operate and monitor the Advanced Waste Water Treatment (AWWT) System and all related components

Perform scheduled cleaning and maintenance of filters, membranes, and tanks

Adjust system settings to maintain operational efficiency and compliance

Conduct maintenance and repair work on pumps, blowers, and related equipment

Monitor key system values and respond appropriately to deviations from set points

Ensure strict compliance with hygiene and safety regulations

Maintain accurate operational logs and reports

Support shipboard safety culture by following HESS protocols and reporting any violations

What You Can Expect:

Competitive monthly salary paid in USD

Accommodation and meals provided onboard

Career development in marine environmental systems and ship operations

Work in a multicultural team and gain global experience

Full onboarding and travel coordination support

Who Were Looking For:

Completed apprenticeship as Able Seaman Engine or Rating forming part of an Engineering Watch (STCW requirement)

Minimum 1 year of experience at sea as Wiper/Oiler (preferably on cruise ships)

Knowledge of AWWT systems, water chemistry basics, and technical troubleshooting

Experience with pipe systems, filters, pumps, and blowers

Ability to read and interpret technical system descriptions and drawings

English proficiency at A2 level or higher (CEFR scale)

Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and problem-solving skills