Deck Mechanician (M/W/D) For The Research Vessel Polarstern

The F. Laeisz shipping company is one of the leading German companies in the shipping industry. For more than 25 years, the company has been closely connected to polar and marine research through its subsidiary in Bremerhaven. From here, the management of larger research ships and platforms such as the "Polarstern" and "Neumayer-Station III", but also smaller research ships like "Uthörn", "Mya II", "Ludwig Prandtl", "Aade", and the research yacht "Eugen Seibold" takes place.

Become part of an extraordinary crew!

You want to combine technology with adventure and be part of a unique mission? Then come aboard the POLARSTERN – the research vessel of the Alfred-Wegener-Institut (AWI) – and accompany us on our expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctica!

As of 04.08.2026, we are looking for a Schiffsmechaniker Deck (m/w/d).

Tasks

• Carrying out all nautical tasks and maintenance work in the deck area
• Operating and driving windlasses and winches
• Supporting scientists during the use of scientific equipment
• Maintenance and care of collective and general rescue equipment
• Taking over watch duties
• Participating in onboard training sessions and training units

Qualification

• Deck Mechanician's certificate (STCW VII/2 [II/4, II/5, III/4, III/5, VI/1, VI/2(1)])
• Watchkeeping qualification Deck & Machine (STCW II/4, III/4 [VI/1])
• Basic Safety Training (STCW VI/1)
• Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (STCW VI/2)
• Advanced Firefighting (STCW VI/3)
• Suitability for service
• Good to very good German language skills and good English language skills

Benefits

What we offer you

• Deployment times: Deployments of 2-3 months on fascinating routes, e.g. in the Arctic or Antarctica.

• Work-Life-Balance: After your deployment, you will receive a round-trip vacation, working under a 1-to-1 contract, and planning deployments for one year in advance.

• No need to relocate: You don't have to move to Bremerhaven.

• A strong team: You work in an internationally recognized scientific environment with modern technology.

Ready for the next step?

Then we look forward to your compelling application!

Become part of a crew that makes research possible – under extreme conditions and with genuine teamwork.

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