# 08 - Deckhand

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        Department
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      Deck
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        Reporting to
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      Bosun & Lead Deckhand
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        Objective
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      To work in conjunction with the Bosun and other onboard personnel towards achieving the safe, secure and efficient operation of the yacht.
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        Required Qualifications
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      II/5
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        Substitutes
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      Deckhand & Lead Deckhand
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**The Deckhand has the following duties and responsibilities:**

- To learn, understand and apply the Yacht Procedures, ISM, Captain’s Standing Orders.
- To participate actively in safety training organized by the Chief Officer/Safety Officer.
- To be part of the firefighting attack team.
- To have a thorough knowledge of the Fire Fighting Equipment and Life-Saving Appliances.
- To fulfil all duties delegated to him/her, assisting the Bosun in an efficient, timely manner.
- To safely and responsibly operate the yacht’s windlass/capstan according to procedures.
- To carry out watch keeping whilst at sea as a lookout as directed by the Chief Officer.
- To carry out watch whilst in port according to the yacht’s Watch Keeping Responsibilities.
- When securing for sea; ensure weather doors, hatches and other exterior openings are closed. Each time report to Chief Officer.
- To carry out planned maintenance on all LSA, FFE in accordance with the Chief/Safety Officer’s instructions.
- To carry out general maintenance and repairs, maintaining tidy work areas at all times.
- To safely and responsibly operate the yacht’s tenders and toys within the limits of their intended use and any nationally/locally prescribed regulations.
- Understanding of the Code of Safe Working Practices.
- Understanding and application of the Permit to Work system on board.
- To have thoroughly understand the yacht’s docking procedures; handling fenders, mooring lines, properly using stoppers and heaving lines.
- To regularly scrub/clean decks, topsides and superstructure. Including high mast areas and overboard from a harness.
- To learn Yacht procedure and cleaning techniques from the bosun and lead deckhand.
- To bring any defects on the yacht to the attention of the Bosun immediately.
- To maintain a professional presence on deck; using correct terminology, carrying out procedures methodically and in a professional manner.
- To drive the Yacht vehicles in a safe and professional manner.

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

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