Search For Roles

Assistant Bosun 100M+ research vessel

Start Date: 08/11/2025
Viking Crew are looking for an assistant Bosun to join a 100m+ research vessel.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Bosun and Chief officer in day-to-day deck operations including mooring, anchoring, tender handling, and maintenance of deck equipment.

  • Support in deploying and recovering research gear, workboats, equipment and lifeboats including the use of a crane.

  • Carry out planned maintenance and repair of deck machinery, safety gear, and associated systems.

  • Uphold safe working practices and ensure deck operations are performed to the highest professional standards

  • Stand watch as required and assist with shipboard operations at sea.

Requirements:

  • STCW and ENG1 (or equivalent) valid certification.
    Navigational watch rating certificate, Able Seafarer - Deck RFPNW

  • Previous seagoing experience in a similar role. Experience operating large cranes

  • Strong practical seamanship, line handling, and small boat skills


Package on Offer - equal rotation, competitive salary - training
***This is a temporary position with a view to becoming full-time. 

Key Contacts

Rebecca Adams

Yacht Recruitment Manager

Read More
Lien Eggermont

Assistant Recruitment Manager (Yacht)

Read More
Marieanna Barnaby

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Read More

Overview

JOB 4217

Rank / Position

Bosun

Employment Type

Temporary

Job Type

Deck

Location

Worldwide

Please ensure your candidature matches the requirements listed above and that your Viking crew account on our website is up to date.

Register