Deckhand Cover Letter

Please consider me for the deckhand opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for maintenance and upkeep on the tow and vessel.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Harbour or Terminal towage experience preferred
• Basic Safety Training STCW, Food Handlers Certificate and CPR/First Aid
• E.N.G.1 (Medical)
• STCW Basic Safety
• Workboat Master Licence
• Hi AB training
• A good working knowledge of IT systems including e-mail
• Vision correctible to 20/40 in both eyes with full color vision and no night blindness

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the deckhand position.

Previously, I was responsible for refreshments, including alcohol beverages at times, to charter guests.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Knowledge of safe working practices and procedures
• MMD with STCW-95
• Proficient and comfortable with computers including network and Microsoft products
• Attend to all guests special requests especially to ensure the cleanliness (outside & inside) of the members yachts
• Ensure that relationships with colleagues are good, maximizing team spirit and cooperation to the good of the department and hotel
• Assist in boarding and disembarking of passengers
• Provides extraordinary guest service
• Loads cargo as part of deck department team under supervision of Mate/AB

I would like to submit my application for the deckhand opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for a friendly, courteous and professional service at all times.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Energetic, self-motivated attitude
• Have a proven history of safe work behavior and a sincere dream to follow and improve upon safety policies and procedures
• Willingness to work a 28 days on and 28 days off schedule
• Extended times of kneeling, bending and climbing stairs/ladders
• Work near or on large bodies of water, at various heights and in confined spaces
• Vision correctable to 20/40 with full color vision and no night blindness
• A minimum General Purpose Hand Certificate of Competency or equivalent
• Physical and mental resilience to accomplish manual labor tasks through day-night shifts

In response to your job posting for deckhand, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for feedback to Masters and Port Captain regarding Deckhand performance.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Meticulous personal grooming and discipline
• Friendly and positive interpersonal skills
• Team experience and strong communication skills
• Minimum standard - Able Seaman or Navigational Watch Rating Certificate including EDH
• Prior experience on similar size vessel preferred
• Previous shipboard mechanical experience
• Oiler/QMED preferred
• Basic working knowledge of marine equipment and systems

In response to your job posting for deckhand, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for luggage assistance to all guests, including tour groups.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Reporting to the Coxswain
• In case of emergency and the Coxswain is not available the Deckhand takes over the Master Responsibilities in accordance with the Emergency Response
• To perform operational duties as requested by the to carry out maintenance duties on deck, in the engine room and accommodation in a safe manner
• Forklift is maintained to a safe standard
• Make sure that all skips are closed on night before leaving at the end of the day
• All working area on shore are also kept clean and tidy
• To monitor maintenance and housing keeping duties on deck, in the engine room and accommodation is done in a safe manner and with good seamanship
• Activity participate in safety training drills onboard