Deck Hand
About this job
A reliable and motivated Deckhand needed for a local company to join their ferry crew. Ferry transports both vehicles and passengers, so safety, teamwork, and excellent customer service are essential. This is a hands-on role where you will assist with vessel operations, loading and unloading vehicles, and ensuring a smooth and safe journey for all passengers.
Key Responsibilities:
-Assist with the safe loading, securing, and unloading of vehicles on the ferry. -Ensure the safety and comfort of passengers on board. -Perform routine deck maintenance and cleaning duties. -Support the crew with day-to-day vessel operations. -Follow all maritime safety procedures and regulations.
Requirements:
-Physically fit and comfortable performing manual tasks. -Strong teamwork and communication skills. -Reliable and punctual with a professional attitude. -Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays. -Previous maritime, ferry, or deckhand experience is preferred but not essential – training can be provided. -Basic understanding of safety procedures is an advantage.
Job Requirements
- reliable and able to get to omokoroa with own transport. -Physically fit and comfortable performing manual tasks. -Strong teamwork and communication skills. -Reliable transport is must. -Previous maritime, ferry, or deckhand experience is preferred but not essential – training will be provided. -Comfortable working at sea and traveling on the ferry
- Days of work
- 20 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours. start at 7.15 am and finish at about 4.30pm for a typical day (20 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $24.50
- Job Category
- Deck and Fishing Hands
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, Restricted(Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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