Positions

Urgent

Third Engineer

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 7/13/2011 | Department: Technical, Africa Mercy

To act as Senior Watchkeeping Officer or Duty Engineer as per schedule as well as be involved in regular engine room maintenance. At least Certificate of Competency according to STCW 95 Section A-III/1 is required. Preferred minimum commitment of 4 weeks. Available beginning January 2012.

Urgent

Chief Engineer

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 6/25/2010 | Department: Technical, Africa Mercy

Head of the engineering department and is responsible to the master for administration, supervision, and safe and economical operation of the department. Preferred minimum commitment of 3 months. Available March 2012.

Urgent

HVACR Engineers

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 2/16/2010 | Department: Technical, Africa Mercy

AMaintains all refrigeration and air conditioning equipment on board. Appropriate training and experience in refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Certificate of Competency according to STCW 95 Section A-III/1 preferred but not required. Preferred minimum commitment of 4 weeks. Available beginning December 2011.

Urgent

Fourth Engineer

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 12/7/2009 | Department: Technical, Africa Mercy

To act as Senior Watchkeeping officer or Duty Engineer as per schedule as well as being involved in regular engine room maintenance. Requires the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals as well as the ability to write routine reports and correspondence. One must also effectively communicate with subordinates and senior management in clear English and hold at least Certificate of Competency according to STCW 95 Section A-III/1. Preferred minimum commitment of 4 weeks. Available beginning March 2012.

Urgent

Second Engineer

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 12/6/2009 | Department: Technical, Africa Mercy

In charge of Engineering Department and responsible to the Chief Engineer for the daily operation of the machinery spaces. At least Certificate of Competency according to STCW 95 Section A-III/2 is required. Preferred minimum commitment of 4 weeks. Available beginning January 2012.

Plumber

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 11/8/2011 | Department: Technical, Africa Mercy

Carry out repair and maintenance on various plumbing systems. A recognized plumbing certificate or relevant experience. Completion of Basic Safety Training in accordance with IMO STCW as amended. Preferred minimum commitment of 4 weeks. Available beginning March 2012.

Able Seaman

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 10/18/2010 | Department: Technical, Africa Mercy

Individual will be responsible for cleaning and maintaining the hull and superstructure, assisting in loading, stowage/securing and unloading of cargo and ship’s vehicles, standing navigational watch on the bridge at sea or at anchor, standing gangway/security watch and conducting fire/security patrols. Candidate should possess a Certificate of Competency according to STCW 95 Section A-II/4 for Deck Rating and a practical and theoretical knowledge with regard to use of hand tools and portable power tools. Now available in January 2012.

Receptionist

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 10/18/2010 | Department: Technical, Other Professional, Africa Mercy

Responsible for assisting crew members, passengers and guests with embarkation and disembarkation details, accurate communication of ship's daily business and routing incoming calls for crew members. This job also includes working under stress and pressure, as may be occasioned by emergency or high volume business circumstances. Responsible for assisting crew members, passengers and guests with embarkation and disembarkation details. Accurate communication of ship's daily business and routing incoming calls for crew members are amongst the job responsibilities. This job also includes working under stress and pressure, as may be occasioned by emergency or high volume business circumstances. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Competency with computer applications and aptitude for learning new applications as required. Completion of Basic Safety Training and Crowd Control in accordance with IMO STCW as amended. Full, clean driving license preferred. Will also be expected to drive as part of departmental responsibilities. Preferred minimum commitment of 6 months. Available beginning March 2012.

Deck Rating

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 6/4/2010 | Department: Technical, Africa Mercy

Responsible to the Chief Officer through the Bosun and Assistant Bosun for general duties and also responsible to the Officer of the Watch/Day, during periods on bridge/gangway watch or on fire/security patrol. At least Certificate of Competency according to STCW 95 Section A-II/4 is required as well as having practical and theoretical knowledge with regard to use of hand tools and portable power tools. Minimum commitment of 1 month is preferred. Position is now available in January 2012.

Motorman

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 12/6/2009 | Department: Technical, Africa Mercy

Assist in routine watchkeeping, maintenance and cleaning in the engine room. A Certificate of Competency according to STCW 95 Section A-III/4, basic knowledge of engineering principles, and practical and theoretical knowledge with regard to use of hand tools and portable power tools are required. Preferred minimum commitment of 4 weeks. Available beginning January 2012.