0 Chemical Tanker Seafarer Jobs
Martide’s partners are seeking experienced maritime professionals to fill various ranks and positions aboard chemical tankers. Positions are available across deck, engine, and bridge departments, each playing a critical role in ensuring safe operations, regulatory compliance, and the protection of crew, cargo, and the environment.
Key Responsibilities and Duties (varies by role and rank):
Deck Crew (Able Seafarers, Deckhands, Bosun)
- Assist with the loading, discharge, and transfer of chemical cargo according to strict safety and operational protocols.
- Handle cargo hoses, loading arms, and connection points, ensuring secure connections and leak prevention.
- Carry out cleaning, gas-freeing, and inerting of cargo tanks using specialized equipment.
- Perform regular inspections of cargo tanks, pipelines, valves, and deck equipment, reporting any defects.
- Assist in mooring and unmooring operations during port calls.
- Conduct general deck maintenance, such as painting, cleaning, and anti-corrosion treatments.
- Wear appropriate PPE and participate in emergency drills, including chemical spill response and firefighting.
Engineering Crew (Wipers, Motormen, Engineers, Chief Engineer)
- Operate, maintain, and repair the ship's propulsion systems, power generators, and auxiliary machinery.
- Support the operation and maintenance of cargo handling systems, pumps, and valves for chemical cargo.
- Monitor and maintain cargo heating and inert gas systems to ensure proper cargo care.
- Conduct routine maintenance on essential safety equipment, such as gas detectors and firefighting systems.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations for emissions, bilge water, and waste management.
- Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance of critical machinery to avoid delays or operational failures.
Bridge Crew (Watch Officers, 2nd Officer, Chief Officer, Captain)
- Oversee safe navigation, voyage planning, and watchkeeping duties to ensure compliance with international regulations.
- Supervise loading, discharging, and transfer of hazardous chemical cargo, ensuring adherence to cargo plans and stability requirements.
- Manage ballast and de-ballast operations to maintain vessel stability during cargo handling.
- Conduct risk assessments and coordinate tank inspections to ensure compliance with ISGOTT, IBC Code, and MARPOL.
- Supervise mooring, anchoring, and pilotage operations, working closely with port authorities and terminal staff.
- Ensure compliance with international maritime regulations (ISM, MARPOL, SOLAS) and company safety management systems (SMS).
- Lead emergency response drills for scenarios like chemical spills, fire, and collision.
General Responsibilities (All Ranks and Positions)
- Follow health, safety, and environmental (HSE) protocols, ensuring compliance with the IBC Code for chemical tankers.
- Participate in emergency drills, with readiness for firefighting, chemical spill containment, and evacuation procedures.
- Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and safe living and working conditions on board.
- Comply with ISPS Code security procedures to ensure vessel security and access control.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of cargo handling procedures, including compatibility checks and chemical reactivity awareness.
- Work as part of a collaborative, safety-first team focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Do I need an account to be able to apply for chemical tanker jobs through Martide?
Yes. You need to create an account before you can apply for chemical tanker jobs with Martide. The good news is, it is quick, easy and free.
Does Martide have other jobs on ships as well as chemical tanker jobs?
Yes, as well as chemical tanker jobs, we also have other jobs at sea available including container ship jobs, heavy load carrier jobs, roro ship jobs, oil tanker jobs and more.
How can I be the first to know when there are new chemical tanker jobs on Martide?
Click Create Alert on our Seafarer Jobs page and we will send you email alerts when new chemical tanker jobs are posted.
Does Martide have a mobile seafarer job app?
Yes. We have a free mobile seafarer job app which enables you to create your account, complete your seafarer resume and apply for chemical tanker jobs wherever you are in the world.
Where can I learn more about working on a chemical tanker?
If you’re interested in finding out more about chemical tanker jobs and seeing a glimpse into what it would be like to work in a job on a chemical tanker, take a look at our blog post here.