Plumber

Plumber

Mercy Ships is an international charity that brings hope and healing to the world’s forgotten poor through state-of-the-art hospital ships. Since 1978, our volunteer crew—made up of medical professionals and skilled workers from over 60 nations—has delivered free surgeries and medical care to over 2.8 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa, transforming lives one patient and one port at a time. Join our global team of over 3,000 volunteers and help us change lives daily.

The Plumber assists in the operations and maintenance of all equipment and systems that come under the responsibility of the Hotel Service department within Engineering, including HVAC plants, vacuum and sewage systems, fresh water systems, and waste disposal systems. It’s hard to find a job on board that is more appreciated than our Plumbers!

What you will contribute

Technical

• Support the operation and maintenance of all Hotel Services, equipment, and systems, including but not limited to;
• HVACR plants
• Vacuum and sewage systems
• Domestic Freshwater systems
• Waste disposal systems
• Assume Duty Plumber responsibilities according to the roster
• Perform watchkeeping duties as assigned in areas of HVAC and Hospital equipment
• Understand the Company Safety Management System and the ship’s Contingency Plan for emergency procedures

Mission

• Share in the support and furtherance of Christian community through lifestyle and exhortation

For This Role, You Will Need STCW Certifications

• Certificate of Proficiency in accordance with STCW VI/1 Basic Training
• Certificate of Proficiency in accordance with STCW V/2-1 Crowd Management
• Certificate of Examination in accordance with STCW I/9
• Medical Fitness and Minimum In-Service Eyesight

Mission and Community

• Supportive of Mercy Ships mission and vision and committed to its core values.
• Able to live in and contribute to community life, requiring stable and healthy interpersonal skills.

Administrative

• Competent in Windows, Microsoft Office Programs, and general file/folder management tasks
• Ability to communicate proficiently in English in both written and verbal forms.

Problem Solving

• Ability to solve problems and resolve conflict.
• Exhibit skill and flexibility in managing change and uncertainty

Education and Experience

• Successful completion of Mercy Ships Onboarding Program will be required for service of 1 year or more.
• Appropriate experience in any of the following areas will be considered;
• Maintaining equipment as described in this job description in a commercial setting and/or through education
• Experience on ships or Certificate of Competency (COC)/Certification in any of these areas
• A recognized plumbing certificate or relevant experience

The experience of a lifetime is calling. More than 1,200 volunteers from over 60 nations serve with Mercy Ships each year. At Mercy Ships, we are proud to be recognized around the world for the life-changing surgeries and training we deliver. We could not achieve this without our dedicated community of talented volunteers. Imagine finishing your shift and stepping onto deck as the sun sets—knowing that today you’ve helped transform the lives of those who need it most. Apply now to start a journey that will reshape the lives of those you serve — and your own.