Deckhands often provide first-line support for passengers, business partners or clients related to the ship or the shipping business. They may offer customer service or be the face that people see as they interact with the boat or ship, so it’s important that these employees are friendly and competent. Once a ship or boat is away from harbor, Deckhands tend to complete many of the small, critical tasks that ensure a safe, profitable voyage. That can include cleaning, cooking, maintenance and even supporting important communications between various areas of the ship.
Wat doet een Deckhand?
A Deckhand, or Shipmate, provides a variety of services on commercial ships and boats, including cruise ships, transportation ships and fishing vessels. Duties you might include on a Deckhand job description depend on the type of ship and how it’s managed, but cargo loading and management, berthing and unberthing and general maintenance are common.
Verantwoordelijkheden
Een Deckhand moet in staat zijn om verschillende taken en verantwoordelijkheden te vervullen. Hieronder staan enkele taken en verantwoordelijkheden die een Deckhand moet kunnen uitvoeren:
Support for berthing and unberthing procedures as the ship comes into or leaves port
Customer service in assisting passengers as they board or disembark, such as managing ticket collections and ensuring safe boarding mechanisms are in place
General cleaning and housekeeping tasks aboard the boat or ship
Routine maintenance, particularly simpler tasks that don’t require an engineer or specialist
Participating in safety processes, such as keeping watch during poor weather or maintaining an accurate count of passengers
Benodigde vaardigheden
Een concurrerende Deckhand zal bepaalde vaardigheden en kwalificaties hebben, waaronder:
Experience with common tools that may be used in the course of Deckhand duties, such as hammers and drills
The physical capability to lift heavy items or carry awkward or heavy items on a shifting deck
Good communication and teamwork skills
Some basic math skills that may be required in keeping passenger counts, managing tickets or inventorying cargo
The physical endurance to stand and maintain balance on a moving boat for long periods of time
Soortgelijke aanbiedingen
Als u werft voor functies die gerelateerd zijn aan een Deckhand, bekijk dan onze functiebeschrijvingen voor vergelijkbare rollen:
