Summary
Viking Crew are looking for an assistant Bosun to join a 100m+ research vessel.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Bosun and Chief officer in day-to-day deck operations including mooring, anchoring, tender handling, and maintenance of deck equipment.
- Support in deploying and recovering research gear, workboats, equipment and lifeboats including the use of a crane.
- Carry out planned maintenance and repair of deck machinery, safety gear, and associated systems.
- Uphold safe working practices and ensure deck operations are performed to the highest professional standards
- Stand watch as required and assist with shipboard operations at sea.
Requirements:
- STCW and ENG1 (or equivalent) valid certification.
- Navigational watch rating certificate, Able Seafarer - Deck RFPNW
- Previous seagoing experience in a similar role. Experience operating large cranes
- Strong practical seamanship, line handling, and small boat skills
Package on Offer - equal rotation, competitive salary - training
***This is a temporary position with a view to becoming full-time.