Carpenter - Seagoing

Job Description

Organization
Reports to the Staff Captain.

Authority
Delegated authority by Staff Captain to execute assigned responsibilities.

Functions and Responsibility
The Carpenter functions and responsibility shall include, but not be limited to:
▪ To assist the Staff Captain in the planning and execution of maintenance tasks.
▪ To familiarize himself with regulations and work procedures pertaining to tasks to be executed.
▪ To ensure that critical or special work such as entry into enclosed spaces, hot work, and work aloft is not undertaken without inspection, approval and issue of work permit signed by the Staff Captain and Master.
▪ To execute assigned tasks in conformance with safe work procedures in accordance with given instructions.
▪ To keep all tools, equipment, and stores in good order, keeping inventory records of stores and tools, advising the Staff Captain of any purchasing needs.
▪ Maintenance of maintenance and general repair of all furniture and carpeting on board the ship, as well as providing minor refurbishment’s and carpentry solutions for individual problem areas within all ship’s Divisions.
▪ Maintenance of outside teak decks, step, ramp, and pool/Jacuzzi areas.
▪ Replenishment of the ship’s supply of potable water while in port, observing correct filling procedures and maintaining of horses / connections are in accordance with Sanitation rules.
▪ Participate in the ship’s stand-by prior to every arrival, departure or any other situation, as required by Staff Captain.
▪ To always use the correct PPE equipment provided in the daily operations.
▪ To advise the Staff Captain of potential hazards, deficiencies, and non-conformances observed.
▪ To advise the Staff Captain of completed jobs and outstanding details, if any.
▪ Read and understand the Material Data Safety Sheets, which describe how to use Chemicals and what to do in case of a chemical emergency, splashing in eyes, or ingestion.

Qualifications

STCW II/2 - Master

Seaman's book 

Valid Passport

Medical Certificate
International Certificate of Vaccination

Certificate of Competence II/5
"Basic Safety that includes:
Personal survival techniques
Personal safety and social responsibilities
Elementary first aid
Fire prevention and fire fighting"
Proficiency in survival craft/rescue boats
Advanced fire-fighting
Crowd management
Crisis management and human behaviour
ISPS Security Designated duties
Previous experience in passenger ships
Excellent command of the English language*

Additional Information