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So, you have found the most suitable seafarer position for you. You are satisfied with the payment, the term of the contract, the position, the ship - in general, ideal. There remains a small matter - so that your candidacy in response suits the employer. And, if you are also suitable for him, then the next step in achieving your dream job will be an interview. What must be remembered in order to take you to work at sea? First step The first step is always to study in detail the available information about the shipowner and the crewing company. This does not mean that you have to know the name of each member of the company and their daily schedule. But knowledge of the internal structure of the company, information about how they conduct interviews will not be superfluous. In addition, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with work ethics within the company in advance and prepare your questions for the employer, if any, before the meeting. Depending on how the interview will be conducted (in the office or by video link), you need to carry out pre-preparation. If you have a personal meeting in the office, take care of your appearance - you should not come across as an undisciplined or unkempt person. In the case of video conferencing, check the communication and communication software in advance. Arrange everything in such a way that nothing distracts you and nothing unnecessary gets into the frame during the interview. Interview Now let's move on to the interview itself: - Many HR people say that the first 30 seconds of an interview are key. And interviews with crewing companies are no exception. So remember to smile and look at the camera (or at the interviewer); - watch your gestures. Many of us, without noticing this, during nervous moments, may commit inappropriate actions. Therefore, watch yourself; - a representative of a company or crewing, depending on the position for which you are applying, will ask you very different questions. For example, if you are applying for an officer's position, they will certainly ask you about your duties during your past work at sea, inspect your knowledge of ship documentation. If you go on an engineering voyage, you will be asked about your experience with different types of marine engines, repair options, and your emergency and hazardous situations. For the rank and file, questions will most likely be prepared regarding loyalty to other nationalities on board, physical fitness and attitudes towards working overtime. This is not a complete list of questions, but the most frequently asked ones, be prepared for them; - When answering the questions posed, try to avoid criticism in relation to the previous shipowner or crewing. Your task is to present yourself in the most pleasant light, and not point out the mistakes of the past. Therefore, try to describe your merits and professional qualities as vividly as possible, while giving examples; - English language. This seems quite natural, however, there are often cases when seafarers find it difficult to express their thoughts in English, due to the lack of conversational practice. Therefore, it is extremely important to practice diligently in both speaking and listening comprehension before the interview. We also recommend adopting phrases that enrich the language, that is, reduce the use of simple expressions and words. By demonstrating your proficiency in a foreign language, you will significantly increase your chances for your chosen position. Of course, these are not all factors that affect the outcome of your interview. But we can definitely say that following these tips will improve your chances of signing a contract. And most importantly - do not worry, because since you have already been invited for an interview, it means that your candidacy has already interested the ship owner.
