Sailor / Deckhand – Able/Ordinary Seaman

About the role

The Sailor/Deckhand will join the Marine Operations team to perform essential deck duties on commercial vessels, harbor tugs and port service craft. This full‑time, shift‑based role focuses on safe mooring, cargo handling and maintaining deck equipment while adhering to strict EHS standards.

Key responsibilities

• Secure and handle mooring lines, berthing ropes and wires during arrivals, departures and shifting maneuvers.
• Carry out routine deck upkeep such as chipping rust, painting, lubricating winches and cleaning deck areas.
• Act as lookout or helmsman when required, maintaining constant communication with the duty officer.
• Assist in cargo securing, lashing containers and checking gangways to ensure vessel stability.
• Participate in mandatory safety drills and operate life‑saving and firefighting equipment.
• Observe all Port Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) requirements and use personal protective equipment.

Required profile

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years active sea‑service or deck experience on commercial vessels, harbor tugs or port service craft.
• Valid STCW basic safety training certificates and Seafarer’s Medical Fitness Certificate.
• Valid Seaman’s Record Book / Discharge Book.
• Ability to swim, high physical fitness and basic IT proficiency.

Required skills

• Basic IT skills