Second Mate Unlimited

Iselin Dock Building Ship Operationsonsite

Posted 1w ago · via Workday

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Job Summary Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for a Second Mate unlimited from November 8 to December 20, 2026. Reporting to the Master, is a watch officer in the Deck Department and assists the Master and Chief Mate with duties; designated the ship's navigation officer, maintains all navigation equipment, publications, charts, and prepares information for the bridge. Job Description Normally 12-4 bridge watch; posts qualified and alert lookouts during watch at sea to ensure a properly maintained and efficient watch; checks to see that quartermaster steers correct course, and that lookouts carry out all orders; maneuvers ship, under Master's general supervision, to carry out scientific operations.…

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