United States
Sector
Keyword
Driver, Launch
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The tasks of a Driver, Launch is expected to perform include:
Driving engines of launches and tug
Checking different parts of engine to ensure that it is in proper working order
Cleaning, greasing and oiling engine parts
Feeding engine with fuel (oil)
Ensuring that sufficient quantity of oil is stored in canes for use on way
Starting engine by regulating levers and by cranking
Increasing and decreasing speed or stops engine or reverses direction of boat as per signal given by Serang
Checking and regulating feed of fuel and refills oil, greases, etc.
Checking temperature of engine and slowing down or stopping engine if temperature is high
Supervising work of Oilers and Cleaners and diagnosing mechanical defects and undertaking minor repairs
Maintaining of logbook
Knowledge of driving engines
Knowledge of different parts of ship
Well-versed in starting engine
Ability to maintain log book
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Ability to focus for long hours
Diligent and hardworking
Ability to follow instructions
Good communication skills
Physically fit
Mechanical ability
It is a not a desk job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is a part of this job
Part-time work is not available
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Ship usually sails for 5/6 days a week and works for 14/15 hours every day. This may vary from ship to ship
Shift system maybe available
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?
Maybe
The job is considered mildly hazardous or dangerous
Occupational hazards may include exhaustion, fatigue, stress, sea sickness, etc.
Health hazards include exposure to extreme weather, rising temperatures, fire, collision & hull damage, ambient air quality, etc.
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Overview of Shipping Industry in India
Indian shipping industry plays a crucial role in Indian economy. As 90% of the nation?s trade by volume is done via sea. India has been the largest merchant shipping fleet among the developing nations. Indian shipping industry supports transportation of national and international cargos and also provides various other facilities such as ship building, ship repairing, lighthouse facilities, freight forwarding, etc. Indian shipping industry with emergence of globalisation and liberalisation is firmly ready to acquire new dimensions in terms of demand and infrastructural development. While in knowledge based economy, soft intangible parameters like human capital, information technology and expertise are becoming increasingly important for increasing innumerable opportunities. Today India has become the source of quality seafarers to global ship owners. Indian shipping firms normally rely on the inherent IT skills of Indians to play a pivotal role in IT activity involved in international shipping and the country can come up with a business centre for information processing requirements of the international ship owners.
Job Opportunities in Shipping Industry
Shipping industry offers job opportunities for thousands of people in India. Shipping job is one of the oldest careers offered with charm, income and a unique lifestyle. Usually shipping jobs in India are found in major cities with various ports and even non-port cities like New Delhi and Bengaluru. The jobs include merchant navy, cruise ship, freight, bulk carrier companies and oil tanker jobs. And even in many international cruise ship companies which are connected to India there are other jobs like nursing, cruise ship nurse, cargo ship, marine medical jobs and cruise ship summer jobs in India.
Indian Navy
Shipping companies across India
Cruise Liners
Cities across India
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