Carpenter

Responsibilities

• Executes general maintenance, repair, installation and upkeep of material equipment.
• Responsible for being familiar with the operation and location of all lifesaving, firefighting and pollution prevention equipment.
• Builds or repairs cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors or other fixtures and fittings.
• Maintenance and repair of furniture of the following (to include but not limited to): Guest and crew accommodations, Public areas Bars, Theater, Lounges, Restaurants.
• Maintains a clean and orderly working area.
• Attends mooring during arrival and departure.
• Responsible for the potable water connection as required.
• Responsible for the potable water equipment and maintaining Public Health standards.
• Installs and repairs carpets and tiles as per instruction of the Staff Captain.
• Responsible for any removal or installation of ceilings and bulkheads throughout the vessel if required for repair or maintenance of any pipes or other plumbing.
• Ensures that all work materials and equipment are properly stowed.
• Responsible for keeping an inventory of work materials, stores and equipment.
• Assists with the ships key card system, replacing batteries and re-encoding when needed.
• Responsible for all varnishing required on the open decks and teak deck repairs.
• Will participate in the tendering operations under the Staff Captain’s instruction when the vessel is at anchor.
• Will participate in safe zodiac operation as per Staff Captains instructions.
• Has a full knowledge of every aspect of safety features of the vessel.
• Keeps the Staff Captain and Officer on duty promptly and fully informed of all problems and matters of significance.
• Accountable for ensuring that Company, National and International standards are maintained and meeting requirements.
• Practices good people management, maintaining proper conduct within the Deck department and other departments around the ship.
• Observes and enforces uniform and grooming standards according to Company policies.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience/Qualifications:

• 5 years experienced as Carpenter in cruiseship vessel.
• Valid STCW certification.
• Appropriate certification as required by regulations.
• Good understanding of carpentry, woodwork, maintenance and repair.
• Extensive experience in subordinate positions and on board passenger ships in a similar role.
• Physically and medically fit.
• Moral integrity is required.
• Coast Guard, Port State Control and Public Health experience.