Job Title: Boat Deckhand
Agency: Marshall Islands Marine Resources Authority
Duration: 2 Years Contract & extension based on work performances - Full time (56 hours per week)
The Marshall Islands Marine Resources Authority (MIMRA) is looking for a dynamic and experienced individual to join its team. We are looking for one (1) Boat Deckhand.
Purpose: The Primary responsibilities of the Boat Deckhand includes keeping vessels clean; scrubbing decks and keeping interior of vessel (Captain's wheel house, cabin, kitchen, bathroom, cargo and fish hold) clean and organized at all time. Must maintain outer structure of vessel; sanding, painting, and fiberglass repair. Must inspect and scrape clean vessel hull (Bottom of vessel) every month to ensure safe and efficient seafaring. At ports or site destinations shall be responsible for tying up or casting off lines holding vessel in place or lowering and raising anchors. The Deckhand must be ready at any given time to perform repair and to assist vessel engineer troubleshoot any problems that arise while during voyages. Deckhands in general learn about navigation, safety, and environmental and government regulations.
Position Responsibilities/Duties:
● Perform the day-to-day duties of a Master Mariner/Captain to ensure a safe and efficient operation of OIFMC Transport vessels.
● Handles lines to moor vessel to wharves, tie up vessel to other vessels, or rigs towing lines.
● Splices and repairs cables and ropes, using hand tools. Examines cables that holds vessels in tow and tightens cables to ensure vessels are snug.
Education/Experiences:
● The incumbent would normally attain the required knowledge and skills through a certain number of years of seagoing experience and must pass the written test administered by the Ministry of Transportation. Equivalencies will be considered.
● Far vision - The ability to see details at a distance.
● Time sharing - The ability to shift back and fourth between two or more activities or sources of information.
Application Process:
● Download the Application, or pick up a copy at the MIMRA Building in Delap. The Terms of Reference (TOR) is also available below.
● Submit Your Application: Applications can be submitted online or in person. Please ensure submissions are made by October 24, 2025, no later than 5:00 PM. Email your application to