Third Mate at Lindblad Expeditions in Seattle, WA

Job description

WHO WE ARE Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery”. ABOUT THE ROLE The Third Mate is responsible for managing crew and staff familiarization and participation in the ISM Safety Management System, as well as assisting with the vessel's piloting, navigation, safety and small boat operations. Third Mate is responsible for the care and maintenance of the kayaks and all related gear. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Watch Duty: Performs bridge navigation and deck watch during specified periods as assigned by the Captain. Determines geographical position of the ship, using all available means such as GPS, radar ranges, visual observations, depth sounders, etc. Makes necessary entries in navigation and radio logs. If directed by the Captain may assist in docking, anchoring, piloting, en route, in close quarters and open sea conditions. Navigates vessel to ensure avoidance of marine hazards such as reefs, outlying shoals, shallow waters, etc. using aids to navigation such as lights, lighthouses, and buoys. Able to perform voyage planning and navigational calculations. Safety and Security: Participates in on board safety training, meetings and drills, as directed by the Captain. Including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, flooding, medical emergencies and kayak recovery drills. Fulfills Fire and Emergency Station Billet by acting as fire hose nozzle person donning full firefighting gear, and serving at the scene of the fire. Participates in shore side training as required by the company. Performs kayak safety briefings. Relieves and/or performs gangway watch as directed by the duty schedule. Maintains familiarity with the ISM Code and requirements. Maintains familiarity with all duties under the company Safety Management System including Emergency Response activities. Completes internal SMS training for all crewmembers. Performs and documents all Safety Familiarization tours with crew and staff. Small Boat Operations: Drives inflatable boats as necessary. Assists with loading guests, staff, and crew in and out of inflatable boats. Is responsible for routine upkeep and maintenance of the kayaks and associated equipment. Administrative: Acts as shipboard Waste Management Officer. Responsible for Integrated Pest Management Plan as required by CDC. Maintains ships inventory of Material Safety Data Sheets. Ensures all crew have access to SMS and SMS document library. What We Offer Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) plan with employer match Room and board when scheduled Travel Day Pay Travel Expenses Paid Travel benefits for employees and their family Uniforms Provided Training Opportunities Short Pay Emergency Coverage Pay QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Desired qualifications: Experience as Mate operating a passenger vessel, including navigation and bridge watch responsibilities, operating inflatable boats and completing ISM Safety Management System inspections, checklists and reports. Experience operating port-to-port between Southeast Alaska, the Columbia and Snake Rivers, the Gulf of California, Mexico, Costa Rica and Panama (including the Panama Canal). Excellent crisis management skills; ability to act quickly with confidence while