Research Vessel Mate/Relief Captain
Core
Serve as mate and relief captain for a 50-foot aluminum research vessel, supporting scientific cruises, deck operations, and shoreside maintenance.
Role type
Relief Captain / Mate
Builds
Scientific research data collection and vessel operational readiness
Domain
Marine research / Oceanography
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Twin screw vessel handling, heavy weather operations, deck operations supervision, scientific equipment deployment, marine diesel maintenance, navigational electronics operation, USCG regulations compliance, rigging and seamanship, passenger management, basic carpentry and plumbing
Preferred skills
Radar Observer certification, Scuba diving certification, BS in marine science or engineering
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite, Vessel billing software, Chart update tools
Responsibilities
Supervise deck operations and handle lines during cruises, deploy and recover scientific equipment, perform routine vessel maintenance and repairs, conduct safety inspections and drills, manage passenger and researcher safety, assist in training seasonal staff, coordinate shoreside purchasing and inventory
Seniority
Mid-level operational lead