First Mate (For Academic Year 26Y27)

First Mate (For Academic Year 26Y27)

Job Purpose (Overview)

The First Mate supports the safe and effective sailing of the school’s ship, The Black Dolphin, during educational activities; and helps maintain the ship for use by the school. The First Mate may also be asked to help, as needed, in the development and provision of educational activities. 

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Sailing Duties 

● Assist in safe navigation and operation of the vessel 

● Develop knowledge of educational points of interest in the local marine environment 

● Help passengers arrange harbor transit for planned voyages 

Maintenance Duties 

● Repair, refit, and service of the vessel’s various systems 

● Helping coordination between owner, captain, and suppliers and expert service providers 

Educational Support 

● Assist teachers with educational activities and classroom management 

● Ensure knowledge of and adherence to health and safety requirements aboard

● Assist Ship Captain and teachers in developing curriculum focused on sailing, marine science, and maritime heritage 

Required Qualifications

● A certificate of Pleasure Vessel Operators Certificate of Competency Grade II 

● Attended relevant Basic Safety Training 

● Knowledge of and hands on experience in working vessels 

● Ability to work as a team member 

● Good Command of English and/ or  Cantonese 

Reports To

● Ship Captain

Application 

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