07 - Bosun

The Bosun has the following duties and responsibilities:

• To learn, understand and apply the Yacht Procedures, ISM, Captain’s Standing Orders.
• To fulfil all duties delegated to him/her by a superior and responsible for the daily organisation of the deck department.
• To participate actively to safety training organized by the Chief Officer/Safety Officer.
• To be part of the firefighting attack team.
• At all times overseeing safe working procedures.
• For the cleanliness, proper maintenance and safe operation of all the yacht’s tenders, dive equipment, water toys and other associated deck equipment.
• To carry out watch keeping duties as directed by the Officer of the Watch.
• To impart knowledge and the provide the necessary guidance for crew working under him to the best of his ability.
• When securing for sea; ensure weather doors, hatches and other exterior openings are closed. Each time report to Chief Officer.
• To have a thorough knowledge of all the deck consumables, materials and spares onboard; advise the Chief Officer of the need to purchase any provisions in good time to avoid equipment deficiencies or delays. Ensuring that all deck stores are properly received and stored.
• To maintain a detailed work list in conjunction with the Second Officer’s and produce them when required to the Chief Officer or Master.
• Plan and proposition general maintenance, repairs and yacht improvements according to the cruising yachts schedule. Including but not limited to: paint repairs (spray and brush application), varnish and epoxy work, carpentry and storage improvements.
• To regularly scrub/clean decks, topsides and superstructure.
• To assist with planned maintenance on all Life Saving Appliances and Fire Fighting.
• Equipment in accordance with the Safety Officers instruction.
• To carry out risk assessments in accordance with Safety Officers instructions.
• To establish a thorough knowledge of the Code of Safe Working Practices.
• To establish a thorough knowledge of the Permit to Work system on board.
• To establish a thorough knowledge of the fire-fighting and life-saving equipment.
• To thoroughly understand the yachts docking procedures; handling fenders, mooring ropes, properly using stoppers and heaving lines.
• To assume senior responsibility with Guest tender operations.
• To maintain a professional presence on deck; using correct terminology, carrying out procedures methodically and in a professional manner.
• To report insubordination or departmental disputes to the Chief Officer immediately.

The above job description has been read, understood, agreed upon and signed accordingly by: