Sailor Job Description
Sailor Job Description Template
Sailors navigate waterborne vessels across global seas, ensuring safe passage, maintaining ship equipment, and performing maritime operations. Responsibilities encompass navigation, cargo management, and emergency response.
Responsibilities:
- safely operate and maintain vessel equipment
- navigate vessel using charts, radar, and other navigation tools
- manage and maintain inventory of supplies and equipment
- communicate effectively with crew and port authorities
- perform routine maintenance and repairs on vessel
- observe and adhere to safety protocols and regulations
- assist in loading and unloading cargo
- respond to emergency situations and follow emergency procedures
Requirements:
- Physical fitness and strength to perform manual labor and operate heavy equipment
- Ability to swim and knowledge of water safety protocols
- Familiarity with navigation systems and equipment
- Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Willingness to work long hours and be away from home for extended periods of time
- Knowledge of basic first aid and emergency response procedures
- Ability to adapt to changing weather conditions and environments
- Appropriate certification and licenses, including a valid seafarer's medical certificate and a valid passport
