Proseafarers Blog – Page 6 of 27

the crew and the ship's cook cheersing with tankards on the deck of a sailing ship at Christmas

Maritime Traditions and Superstitions at Christmastime

From festive maritime superstitions to learning how the sailors of yore - and modern seafarers - celebrate Christmas, our blog has the answers.

a Stewardess working on a luxury yacht

Everything You Need to Know About Chief Steward Jobs

A Chief Steward, or Chief Stewardess, typically works on a cruise ship, a yacht or a superyacht. They are a department head and are responsible for ensuring that the guests onboard receive first rate food and service, and that all of their needs are catered to satisfactorily.

A man working in a seafarer job looking at a family photo

How to Cope with Working Away from Home in a Job at Sea

Whether you've worked in seafarer jobs for years or your maritime career is new, it can be hard working away from home. Read our tips for coping.

a seafarer working in an ETO job checking the electrical systems on a ship

Everything You Need to Know About Electro-Technical Officer Jobs

What does an Electro-Technical Officer do on a ship? Read our blog post to find out everything you need to know about ETO jobs on ships.

a man working in a seafarer job on deck hauling lines

Everything You Need to Know About Ordinary Seaman Jobs

Thinking about a maritime career? Interested in Ordinary Seaman jobs? Want to know what an Ordinary Seaman's duties are? Read this to find out!

an excavator on a cargo ship

Everything You Need to Know About Ship Excavator Driver Jobs

What is an Excavator Driver job on a ship and what are an Excavator Driver's responsibilities? Read on to find out more about this seafarer job.

a marine engineer working in a seafarer job

Everything You Need to Know About Engine Cadet Jobs

What is an Engine Cadet job on a ship and what are an Engine Cadet's duties and responsibilities? Read on to learn everything about cadet jobs.

a superyacht in a harbor

Everything You Need to Know About Ship Steward Jobs

What is a ship's Steward job on a ship and what are a Steward or Stewardess's duties? Read on to learn everything about ship Steward jobs.

a proud looking man working in a seafarer job on a cargo ship

How Seafarers Can Take Pride in Working in Jobs at Sea: A Guide

Seafarer jobs can be hard. Read on for handy reminders on how to take pride in your job at sea on the days when life feels tougher than usual.