Ship’s deck crews and related workers carry out deck duties on board ship and similar duties on board other water-borne craft.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
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- The majority of Ships’ deck crews and related workers earn a salary between R4 242 and R14 847 per month in 2024.
- A monthly wage for entry-level Ships’ deck crews and related workers ranges from R4 242 to R7 929.
- After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between R5 172 and R10 121 per month.
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Duties and tasks
- Standing look-out watches at sea and when entering or leaving harbour or other narrow waters
- Steering ships according to instructions
- Handling ropes and wires, and operating mooring equipment
- Maintaining and, in some cases, operating ships' equipment, cargo gear, rigging, lifesaving and firefighting appliances
- Performing deck and hull cleaning, scraping, painting and other maintenance duties as required
- Breaking out, rigging and stowing cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging and running gear
