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Plumber on a ship: features of work
Of course, any ship is a complex engineering structure, where the serviceability of all vital systems plays a key role. One of these systems is water supply, sewerage and heating. Without uninterrupted operation of pipelines, pumps, boilers and filters, it is impossible to ensure a comfortable life for the crew and proper operation of the mechanisms.Therefore, do without plumbing on a ship almost impossible. This specialist is responsible for maintaining these systems in working order. In the event of a breakdown or blockage, he must quickly find and fix the problem in order to avoid emergency situations. His work is especially important on large passenger liners, where water supply and sewerage are served by hundreds of people, but on cargo ships a qualified specialist is also necessary.
Which responsibilities usually assigned to plumbing on a ship?
Basic tasks of a ship's plumber include:
Maintenance and repair of water supply, sewerage and heating systems.
Checking the operation of pumps, filters, water heaters and valves.
Finding and eliminating water leaks and blockages in pipelines.
Cleaning and disinfection of plumbing systems.
Monitoring the operation of wastewater treatment equipment.
Carrying out preventive inspections and diagnosing possible breakdowns.
Interact with engineers and other ship specialists to resolve complex faults.
An unexpected situation may arise on board that requires immediate intervention. For example, a clog in the sewer or a leak in the drinking water supply. In such cases plumbing must respond promptly to prevent serious consequences for the crew and the ship itself. In addition to emergency situations, the specialist regularly monitors the wear and tear of equipment, carries out scheduled work and modernizes plumbing systems.
What are the differences work as a plumber on land and at sea?
Plumber working on a ship has several differences from a similar profession on land:
Limited resources. For example, at sea you cannot simply buy the part you need, so a specialist has to work with what is available. This adds certain difficulties to the specialist’s work.
Autonomy. There is no way to call in third-party specialists on the ship; the plumber must solve any problems independently. Accordingly, you need to take on the team only the most qualified, experienced specialist who can cope with a task of absolutely any complexity.
Special specifics of systems operation. Ships use special piping and pumping systems that require knowledge of ship equipment.
Work schedule. Instead of a standard working day, a plumber can work on a rotational basis with alternating periods of work and rest.
Working conditions. Sea motion, confined spaces, humidity and corrosion require additional precautions when repairing systems.
Responsibility. On land, the consequences of a plumbing breakdown may be limited to one apartment or building, but on a ship, an accident can affect the life and safety of the entire crew.
Long business trips. Plumbing on a ship having to work at sea for weeks and months without the opportunity to return home, which requires high stress tolerance.
For those who are ready for such conditions, profession of ship's plumber can offer a stable income, new experiences and career prospects. Unlike similar work on land, where competition among specialists is high, qualified plumbers are always in demand in maritime transport.
Current plumber vacancies always available to you at Marine MAN
If you have experience work as a plumber and want to try yourself in the shipping industry, pay attention to the vacancies from various shipowners presented on the website of the crewing company Marine MAN. Here you will find:
work on modern vessels of various types;
competitive salary and guaranteed benefits;
convenient search for vacancies using filters on our website;
support from managers at all stages of employment;
Opportunity to work on international flights and gain experience working on advanced ships.
Stay tuned for vacancy updates and join the team of maritime specialists. With the help of Marine MAN, you can find a stable and well-paid job, gain valuable experience and become a sought-after specialist in the shipping industry.