ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Report directly to vessels Security Officer, will also follow orders given by the Captain, Staff Captain, Chief Officer and Navigation Officer on duty.

- Be familiar with the topography of the vessel and its standard operating procedures. Including his/her responsibilities in the Safety Organization according to the Emergency Plan and Station Bill.

- Develop and provide intelligence to the vessel Security Officer as it relates to any unusual activity and assist the Security Officer with investigative matters (Reliable and Minor Crimes, Incidents, Accidents and Illegal Narcotic activity, etc.) as needed.

- Initiate vulnerability and facilitate studies responsible to identify, evaluate, anticipate and recognize potential and existing security related problems and report.

- Maintain timely entries in vessel's security log and the orderly flow of all security related reports.

- Monitor supply and service point access control.

- Conduct passenger hand baggage screening.

- Conduct physical searches of crew baggage and their luggage.

- Maintain security/fire/safety patrols in accordance with the ships standard operating procedure.

- Keep abreast of all rules, regulations and procedures regarding drills, emergency evacuations, etc. of assigned vessel to include vessel Contingency and Ship Security Plan.

- Ensure that the Ship’s Rules and Regulations are followed at all times. Report all incidents to the Security Officer.

- Be familiar with Customs, Immigration and other Federal and Government rules and regulations as they pertain to your vessel while in port and enforce all rules and regulations where applicable.





- Maintain strict passenger guest and crew gangway security in order to ensure proper ingress and egress of authorized persons while vessel is in port. Operate and monitor walk through metal detectors and x-ray equipment as directed. Self-discipline and control must always be maintained.

- Responsible for giving assistance to guests and crew when necessary, and also maintaining a careful watch for irregular situations that may cause injury or discomfort to passengers and crew or their possessions.

- Do not enter a stateroom without permission and whenever possible there shall be two persons present when entering any cabin.

- Maintain the ship’s Fire/Security/Safety Patrol Route during times as directed by the Security Officer. Be alert of any indication of fire, and investigate immediately if any causes for concern. Make sure all emergency exits are free of obstructions. Report unsafe conditions.

- Familiar with location, operation and maintenance of security/fire/ safety related equipment as required.

- In a given situation not covered by directives and/or written rules and regulations the Security Guard is expected to handle in favor of prudent resolve and contact your immediate Supervisor for guidance.

- One of the Security guards may be appointed Security Supervisor. He/She shall participate actively in the monthly Crew Safety and Environmental committee meeting. He/she will, along with the Security Officer, uphold the highest standards.

The Security

Supervisor will be rated as a Two Stripe Officer within the Deck Department.

- Performs other related duties as assigned or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

- Must be familiar with the Safety and Environmental Protection Policy and the SEMS, and carry out the policies and procedures appropriate for his/her position.

📌 Security Guard (Vasco da Gama)
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📍 Vasco da Gama