Linen keeper/ Tailor for Swan Hellenic Cruises

V.Ships Leisure is looking for Linen keeper / Tailor on behalf of Swan Hellenic Cruises.

Key Responsibilities

• Adherence to the company’s health and hygiene standards in line with the acceptable Public Health Sanitation Programs and EU SHIPSAN procedures.
• Ensuring the safe operation and working practice of the workshop and any related matters affecting the safety of the ship, guests, and crew.
• Informing the Laundry Manager immediately of any occurrence affecting the safe operation of the ship or the safety of persons onboard and/or the quality of services offered to guests.
• Ensuring personal welfare and discipline in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensuring the completion of public health record logs in accordance with the acceptable Public Health Sanitation Programs and EU SHIPSAN procedures.
• Reporting defects or malfunctions of safety equipment and appliances e.g., expired or empty fire extinguishers, defective fire doors, broken or missing lifejackets, broken fire buttons, safety posters missing, etc.
• Reporting defective laundry and workshop equipment and required maintenance immediately to ensure the safe and hygienic operation of the ship.
• Participating fully in safety drills and statutory inspections commensurate to the role and as per company policies and procedures.
• Participating in minimum laundry manning to comply with the In-Port Manning plan in accordance with international maritime law.
• Participating in departmental compliance with the Maritime Labour Convention directive on working hours.
• Applying correct security measures.
• Environmental stewardship is central to this role and the entire operation of the ship. This role will engage in, comply with and promote all environmental regulations and policies, actively working with the housekeeping team to promote sustainability and protection of the environment in all aspects of life on board.
• Efficient day to day running of the workshop, including, but not limited to, an efficient and cost-effective service operation.
• Contributing to the lowest possible inventory cost and minimum waste while providing a service for guests, officers and crew to a quality and standard that ensures customer satisfaction across all areas.
• Making alterations to officer and crew uniform and repairing garments.
• Ensuring the delivery, receipt and safe movement of stores on turnaround days in accordance with company health and safety policy and procedures and the acceptable Public Health Sanitation Programs and EU SHIPSAN procedures.
• Adhering to laundry routines, section plans and rotations in accordance with operational needs and the Maritime Labour Convention.
• Ensuring the correct standards of storage and transportation in accordance with the acceptable Public Health Sanitation Programs and EU SHIPSAN procedures.
• Ensuring effective communication and teamwork between the laundry team and other departments.
• Reporting maintenance defects in line with company policies and procedures.
• Ensuring cleaning standards and schedules for the workshop and lockers are adhered to and logs maintained in accordance with the acceptable Public Health Sanitation Programs and EU SHIPSAN procedures.
• Effective participation in garbage duties to ensure safe disposal and environmental compliance in accordance with company policy and procedures.
  
  
  

Education/Experience/Qualifications:

• Valid STCW certificates
• Seamans Book

About Swan Hellenic

Are you looking to continue your career in remote polar regions and truly off-the-beaten path destinations?

Swan Hellenic is an established, well respected owner-operated heritage brand with more than 7 decades of expertise in undiscovered destinations.

Swan Hellenic exists to provide its guests with authentic, intimate and unforgettable moments in extraordinary locations and remote landmarks. All the while enjoying a sophisticated elegant atmosphere onboard. Are you interested in ensuring Swan Hellenic maintain their high levels of service?