ISMIRA Agency actively recruiting for position SAILOR ABLE BODY for TUI Cruises!
The maintenance and conservation of the vessel’s decks and superstructures. The Sailor A/B is directly subordinate to the Watchkeeping Officer. His prime duty is to aid the Watchkeeping Officer in keeping a safe lookout and to report all sightings and dangers to the Watchkeeping Officer. He should be able to take the wheel always when required and follow helm orders from the Master, Watchkeeping Officer or the Pilot.
Conditions:
- One of the most reputable brands in European river cruising
- Seasonal work from spring to fall (8-10 months)
- Days off & vacation during contract
- Free food and shared accommodation
- Competitive salary packages
- Medical insurance provided during contract
- Beautiful European routes (you work and travel at the same time)
- Modern, well-maintained river ships
- Multinational team and positive working environment
- All uniforms provided — no deposit
- Safe workplace standards and great conditions
Duties and Responsibilities:
- TUI Cruises places the highest value on the environment and all Crewmembers shall do the same. This position shall work with supervisors and subordinates to understand and comply with the company's environmental policies and be committed to safeguarding the environment. He/shall direct and immediately inform his/her immediate supervisor if any environmental system does not function properly onboard.
- Sailor A/B shall never leave the Bridge without permission to do so, by the Watchkeeping Officer.
- Sailor A/B must have complete knowledge of gangway security.
- He shall be observant and alert to prevent accidents to personnel and property and qualified to take actions independently if so required.
- Sailor A/B shall participate in training and guiding the less experienced sailors on board to improve the quality in the Deck Department.
- Sailor A/B shall always use the correct safety and protection equipment provided in the daily operations and follows the safety instructions from the Bosun in this respect.
- Support Bosun in all required maintenance of deck equipment while on duty but not during watch.
- Support the deck officers in any other activities as required
Requirements:
- Minimum 1 year previous experience as a Sailor OS and at least 2 years of sea service
- Minimum 18 years old
- Deck Watchkeeping Certificate.
- Familiarity with bridge procedures, such as hand steering, lookout, acknowledging of fire alarms and hand-held radio communication
- Ability to apply customer service skills, according to STAR Program, when interacting with guests and coworkers.
- Maintain current STCW training
- Strong character
- Solid professional ethics
- Well tempered and well mannered.
- Ability to speak English clearly, distinctly and cordially with guests.
- Ability to read and write English in order to understand and interpret written procedures. This includes the ability to give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms and to effectively present information and respond to questions from guests, supervisors and co-workers.
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Last updated: December 20, 2025
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