O/S for REV Ocean

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Job Description For O/S for REV Ocean

Position Description:

About REV Ocean

REV Ocean has a bold and clear goal: to achieve 'One Healthy Ocean'. Our mission is to drive systemic change by collaborating with leaders, scientists, and innovators to create scalable solutions for the health of the ocean. At the heart of this mission is the REV Ocean vessel, a state-of-the-art research platform dedicated to ocean exploration, scientific discovery, and advancing solutions for ocean sustainability.

The Vessel

REV Ocean is unlike any other ship. It is equipped with some of the most sophisticated facilities onboard for carrying out cutting-edge ocean science, as well as offering charter opportunities designed to integrate exploration, adventure, and science. REV Ocean will operate as a research vessel for 2/3 of the year and be available for charters for 1/3 of the year.

Rank: Ordinary Seaman
Embarkation beginning of February 2025
Contract 2 months +/-1
Salary in USD/per month worked - TBA upon interview

The Ordinary Seaman (OS) is part of the deck team and responsible for the maintenance, operation and upkeep of deck spaces and equipment as directed by the Bosun or Chief Officer. The OS is a training position on board REV that will assist the Captain, Chief Officer, Bridge Officers, Bosun and ABs as required.

Responsibilities and Duties

Key responsibilities and duties include:

• Support the Captain in achieving REV Objectives (safety, quality and environmental).
• Support the Captain in ensuring the ship's compliance with company policies and procedures as well as international, state, or local maritime regulations.
• Support the Captain in ensuring the ship's compliance with International Safety Management (ISM), classification society rules, and Maritime Insurance, within his/her area of responsibility.
• Be aware of QHSE in all tasks and operations and report any issues, discrepancies, accidents, or incidents immediately to the on duty Bosun / Chief Officer.
• Be familiar with emergency procedures and assist in accordance with the safety plan
• Partake in emergency drills and training as and when required.
• Assist with helicopter operations as directed and when required.
• Perform general maintenance, repair, sanitation, cleanliness and upkeep of material, equipment, and areas in the deck department, including water sport equipment and toys.
• Maintain the ship's exterior structure as required and instructed by the Bosun/Chief Officer.
• Assist in operations as required, including bridge look-out, science operations (including deployment and recovery), small boat operations, mooring, etc.
• Assist the Captain, Chief Officer and other Bridge Officers as required and directed.
• Provide ISPS, security, and safety related duties, including in-port watch, anchor watch, and lookout duties as required.
• Assist with lashing and securing cargo and equipment on deck.
• Be familiar with and assist with the use of all emergency, lifesaving, damage control, and safety equipment.
• Provide a high level of service for guests as required, including assisting with water sports equipment and activities.
• Drive tenders for guests, crew, and other personnel, when required and as directed.
• If directed by the Chief Officer or Bosun, assist in other departments.
• Be involved in toolbox talks, pre-job safety meetings etc.

Competency Requirements

The OS must have the competency as required by REV Ocean Operational Department's competence matrix.


Line of Reporting

Report to the Chief Officer and Bosun.

V. Group is the leading global maritime agency with a pool of 44,000 active seafarers and approximately 3,000 shore colleagues. We represent in excess of 300 global client businesses who have engaged our management services for around 1,000 vessels.

At V. Group, our ambition is straightforward - to drive the transformation of our industry and to be the leading global provider of marine crew supply/management services.

Our values comprise of 'five C's': we Care, we Collaborate, we Challenge, we are Consistent, and we Commit and Deliver, these values are central to our business and remain embedded in to our service output.

We aim to be an industry leader, challenging the parameters of best practice and shaping the future of Marine Operations.

As a strictly compliant global leader in marine services, V. Group will not request any fees or compensation for our services from seafarers. Please be aware of any illegal recruitment services and crewing representatives attempting to act on our behalf.