Chief Mate bei Alaskan Dream Cruises

Summary for Chief Mate 

The Mate is a deck officer responsible for navigating, overseeing the deck crew, maintaining safety, and assisting the Captain during various ship operations.  

Key responsibilities for each level of mate: 

The First Mate (Chief Mate) is responsible for all weekly, biweekly, and monthly safety inspections. 

• Second in command to the Captain.
• Oversees all deck operations. 
• Responsible for the overall safety and seaworthiness of the ship. 
• Takes command of the ship when the captain is unavailable. 
• May manage the deck crew and assign tasks. 

The Second Mate is responsible for all chart corrections and the bridge's upkeep.   

• Responsible for navigation, including route planning and maintaining charts. 
• Stands watch on the bridge, monitoring the position and course of the ship. 
• Assists with cargo operations and emergency procedures. 
• Assist in training junior marine staff. 

The Third Mate oversees chart supplies inventory and procurement as needed.   

• Stands watch during designated hours, monitoring the ship's position and navigating. 
• Focuses on safety procedures, including fire and lifeboat drills. 

• Assists the other mates with various tasks, such as maintaining deck equipment and documentation. 
• Responsible for safety checks and reporting. 
• Responsible for all chart corrections, light lists, bridge resources, and Notice to Mariners publications are kept current. Responsible for replying to safety or office memorandums and writing all safety inspection forms

Essential Duties & Responsibilities for Chief Mate 

• Each position holds a position on the ship’s emergency station bill.  Must perform requirements of emergency station bill for both drills and actual emergencies to include fire, flooding, man overboard, abandon ship, medical, and spill response. 
• Navigation/bridge watch:  
  • Operate the vessel during assigned night watches to the highest professional and Alaskan Dream Cruises standards, with the safety of guests, crew, and vessel paramount.   
  • Monitor communication equipment and keep logs and records as required by federal, state, and local laws and regulations and Alaskan Dream Cruises.   
  • Make use all bridge tools and personnel, alerting the Captain as needed or per orders.   
• Oversee the ship’s safety and medical locker and all equipment. Ensure all equipment is inspected daily, weekly, and monthly and the required forms are filled out and kept in the onboard safety log.  
• Assist in the expeditious preparation of the ship on turn days for oncoming guests, which includes loading the ship’s stores, taking on potable water, moving luggage and laundry, and other duties as assigned. 
• Special projects may be assigned as required by the business.

Minimum Qualifications for Chief Mate 

• High School Diploma 
• Must possess and maintain a Merchant Mariner Credential with a Master’s endorsement of at least 100 GRT. 
• Strong understanding of US Coast Guard Sub-chapter T and K. 
• Requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. 
• Must be experienced at multi-tasking and remain flexible in a demanding and fast-paced environment.

• Microsoft Office experience.
• Valid US driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Must pass a security background check and DOT drug test.

Preferred Qualifications for Chief Mate 

• Experience in tourism and cruise industry. 
• Master’s license for a 100-ton inland vessel. 
• License endorsement required for “Unlimited Radar Observer”. 
• First Aid and CPR Certification. 

Traits and Characteristics Chief Mate 

To deliver world-class experiences guided by the following Alaska Native cultural values safely and sustainably.  

Embrace Traditional Alaska Native Cultural Values that include Humility and pride, Respect for all people, including oneself, Respect for nature, Humor, Patience, Strength, and Holding each other up. 

Follow & Deliver Core Values: 

• Safety First: We prioritize our guests and team members' safety and well-being, ensuring secure and enjoyable experiences.
• World-Class Employment: We strive to be a world-class place of employment, valuing hard work, mentorship, a sense of ownership, and opportunities for career growth.
• World Class Guest Services: We are committed to exceeding guest expectations, delivering world-class experiences that showcase our hospitality and the beauty of Alaska.
• Collaborative Professionalism: Embracing collaboration within our organization with a professional spirit, understanding that amidst laughter and play, our dedication to excellence and integrity remains unwavering.

• Community Collaboration: Actively choosing to partner with neighbors and the community across Alaska, making a conscious effort to support local businesses and create social and economic opportunities through meaningful cooperation beyond our organization.
• Sustainability at our core: We are dedicated to sustainable operations for future generations.
• Curiosity & Innovation: We encourage a culture of curiosity and innovation, striving to be early adopters in technology and staying ahead in our commitment to continuous improvement.
• Integrity- Driven Decisions: Integrity guides every decision we make, ensuring transparency, honesty, and ethical conduct in all aspects of our operations.
• Cultural Respect & Sharing: We deeply celebrate and honor our Alaska Native heritage, fostering intergenerational connections, embracing family values, and contributing to the cultural richness of our communities.

Environmental Conditions for Chief Mate 

The environmental conditions are those that an employee may be subject to while performing the essential functions of this job.  

• Work in an office environment requires operating standard office equipment. 
• Work in outdoor and enclosed environments – sometimes hot, cold, noisy.
• May include ambient inside temperature, ambient inside lighting, ambient to loud noise levels, all weather conditions, and occasional use of required protective clothing, including raingear, ear and eye protection and life preserver. 

Physical Demands for Chief Mate 

The physical demands are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions. 

• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities permit the employee to communicate well with other employees and guests.
• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation permit the employee to use a computer screen and process numeric data.
• Sufficient manual dexterity permits employees to operate a computer keyboard and access files.
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes permit employees to move on a vessel. 
• Ability to walk on uneven deck surfaces, crossing from vessel to vessel. 
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 

• Must be physically able to work a typical workday of about 10-14 hours per day, seven days a week.  
• Physically able to climb a 7-foot vertical ladder and fit through a 28-inch escape hatch.

Work Environment for Chief Mate 

The work environment characteristics described here represent those encountered by an employee while performing the essential functions of this job.  

• May be required to travel as needed. 
• Frequent interaction with other departments.
• This is a fast-paced and dynamic work environment with a diverse workforce. 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays during the tour season.
• Must adhere to Allen Marine, Inc., & Affiliated Companies, and the United States Coast Guard Consortium Drug & Alcohol Policies & Procedures