GP Operator – Ordinary Seaman

About the role

The General Purpose (GP) Operator works under the direction of the GP Foreman to ensure safe and effective shipboard maintenance, rigging, painting and housekeeping. This position is essential for maintaining the vessel’s operational readiness and environmental compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships and communication with colleagues, visitors and subcontractors.
• Conduct slinging and rigging operations, including load preparation, use of plate clamps, barrel lifters, chain hoists and bundling of awkward loads.
• Provide clear hand and radio signals to direct load movement and positioning.
• Prepare sites for abrasive blasting, clean surfaces, and apply appropriate paints or protective coatings.
• Inspect portable power and hand tools before and after use, reporting any defects.
• Maintain a clean, hazard‑free work area and actively stop unsafe behaviours.
• Monitor pollution control measures, manage discharges and ensure proper waste segregation.
• Participate in emergency response duties and demonstrate competence in drills.

Required profile

• High standard of safety behaviour and commitment to a safe work environment.
• Ability to follow instructions from the GP Foreman and work independently within defined limits.
• Strong communication skills for hand‑signalling, radio use and handovers.
• Willingness to report incidents, defects and hazards promptly.

Required skills

• Rigging and slinging operations.
• Use of plate clamps, barrel lifters and chain hoists.
• Hand and radio communication for load positioning.
• Abrasive blasting site preparation.
• Painting and coating application.
• Portable power and hand tool inspection.
• Pollution control procedures.
• Emergency response procedures.