Marine Store Keeper for REV Ocean

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.

We are looking for :

Rank: MARINE STORE KEEPER
Embarkation ASAP
Contract 4 weeks on/ 5 weeks off
Salary in USD/per month worked - TBA upon interview

Overview

Position Overview

The Storekeeper is responsible for the efficient management, tracking, and distribution of all consumables, spare parts, research & expedition stores, and hotel provisions aboard REV. This role supports both the technical and hospitality departments, ensuring seamless operations during scientific missions, guest voyages, and remote expeditions. The Storekeeper maintains meticulous inventory control, ensures regulatory compliance, and works closely with deck, engineering, science, and interior teams to provide timely and accurate supply support.

Responsibilities and Duties

Inventory & Stock Management

• Maintain accurate inventory of all technical, scientific, deck, engineering, galley, and hotel stores using the vessel’s inventory management software.
• Track consumption, forecast demand, and prepare order lists in collaboration with department heads.
• Conduct regular stock takes and update records with clear traceability.
• Ensure stores are properly labeled, organized, well-kept and stored according to manufacturer requirements.

Procurement & Logistics

• Assist the Chief Engineer, Purser, or Captain in sourcing and ordering supplies and spares.
• Coordinate with suppliers, agents, and logistics companies to arrange deliveries globally—often in remote regions.
• Oversee the receipt of goods, verify packing lists and invoices, and ensure non-conformities are documented and reported.
• Manage customs documentation for scientific equipment, hazardous goods, samples, and yacht guest provisions.

Scientific & Expedition Support

• Supporting the science team on specialized research equipment, consumables, sample storage materials, and field kits.

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain storage areas according to ISM, ISPS, MARPOL, and SOLAS guidelines.
• Ensure correct handling and storage of hazardous materials (e.g., paints, chemicals, lubricants).
• Participate in safety drills and ensure manifest accuracy for emergency gear and safety equipment.
• Work with engineering and deck teams to ensure spares and stores comply with class and flag state requirements.

Cross Department Collaboration

• Liaise with the Chief Engineer on technical spares planning and maintenance support.
• Liaise with other Heads of Department to assist with facilitating spares, planning, ordering and purchasing.
• Support the Captain and management with cost control, budgeting, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Competency Requirements

During the vessel yacht outfitting period, it is essential that the incumbent manage the complete built, from scratch, structure of stores which includes, but not limited to, location inventory, general inventory, lockers, shelves, system process and labelling.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience as a Storekeeper, Inventory Officer, or similar role at sea—experience on research vessels, expedition ships, or yachts preferred.
• Strong understanding of maritime inventory systems and requisition procedures.
• Familiarity with scientific equipment and expedition operations is advantageous.
• Excellent organizational, record-keeping, and documentation skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical, scientific, and hospitality departments.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in remote regions with limited resupply.

Valid STCW certificates and seafarer medical; additional safety or logistics qualifications a plus

 

 

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.
• Adaptable—comfortable shifting between scientific operations and yacht-level service standards.
• Reliable, discreet, and professional in multicultural and mixed-purpose vessel environments.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced setting with frequent schedule changes.

 

Line of Reporting

 

The Storekeeper position reports to Chief Engineer

About RevOcean

Working together with an extensive network of strategic partners, we will champion a new generation of ocean solutions and inspire humanity to take action to combat harmful global impacts on the marine environment.

The vessel is currently under construction and will commence operations in 2027.

V.Ships Leisure is proud to be supporting REV Ocean’s mission as their exclusive recruitment partner.