Overview

Marine Store Keeper Role with REV Ocean – ASAP Prep for 2027 Launch

Visualize curating vital supplies for groundbreaking ocean research aboard the world’s largest purpose-built expedition vessel, charting uncharted waters to combat plastic pollution and climate threats. As Marine Store Keeper for REV Ocean, you’ll orchestrate logistics for a 195-meter marvel blending science labs, submersibles, and charter luxury operating two-thirds in research mode and one-third for eco-adventures. With the vessel in final outfitting at Damen Shiprepair Vlissingen as of March 2025 and inaugural missions slated for early 2027, this engine department rating role offers immediate embarkation for pre-operational duties, followed by a balanced 4 weeks on/5 weeks off rotation. In 2025’s surge of green maritime careers, command inventories that fuel “One Healthy Ocean” while earning competitive pay and global impact your expertise in spares management could redefine vessel readiness. Join the REV mission and stock the future of blue planet innovation.

Position Overview and Reporting

This dynamic role anchors technical stores operations on REV Ocean, a 19,235 GT behemoth designed for polar-to-equatorial expeditions with helipads, ROVs, and 3D printing labs. Reporting to the Chief and First Engineers, you’ll ensure seamless supply chains amid collaborations with scientists, innovators, and charter guests, upholding VMS and MLC standards in a pollution-free ethos.

Anticipate a salary of $3,500–$4,500 USD per worked month for seasoned keepers, translating to $50,000–$65,000 annually with rotations—above 2025 research vessel benchmarks for specialized logistics pros. Perks include comprehensive health coverage, professional development in sustainable practices, and discounted eco-charters, reflecting industry shifts toward work-life harmony in offshore roles.

Essential Qualifications and Certifications

REV Ocean demands meticulous logisticians with maritime grit and eco-awareness. Must-haves:

  • Certifications: Valid STCW 95, plus regulatory quals like Public Health/Sanitation training; environmental courses (e.g., MARPOL handling) highly valued.
  • Experience: Extensive tenure in similar roles on research or passenger vessels, proficient in technical manuals and drawings.
  • Skills: Vast multi-outlet ops knowledge; strong English fluency (verbal, written, technical) for cross-department coordination—extra languages aid diverse crews.
  • Personal Traits: Physically fit for lifting/stowing, morally steadfast, punctual, and pressure-resilient. Proactive, organized, and interpersonally adept to motivate global teams.
  • Tech Edge: Familiarity with inventory software for precise tracking, boosting E-E-A-T in sustainable supply chain expertise.

Aim for 5+ years in vessel stores to align with 2025’s demand for eco-compliant handlers.

Core Responsibilities: Fueling Cutting-Edge Expeditions

Master supply-demand dynamics to support REV’s dual research-charter lifecycle. Condensed duties:

  1. Inventory Mastery: Oversee ordering, receiving, storing, and issuing spares/tools/materials; cross-check against POs for quality/quantity, maintaining PAR levels for maintenance.
  2. Logistics Leadership: Source local suppliers, categorize stock efficiently, and conduct inventories per policies; raise requisitions and input data accurately.
  3. Budget and Compliance: Control technical stores budgets, implement logistics processes, and ensure sanitation/safety standards—report deficiencies to engineers promptly.
  4. Team and Ops Coordination: Lead safe intake teams, foster interdepartmental ties, and perform storage inspections for organization/cleanliness.
  5. Documentation Drive: Keep precise records, prioritize daily tasks via engineer briefings, and enforce grooming/uniform protocols.

Irregular shifts suit self-starters, with focus on hazard-free preservation in dynamic engine environments.

Safety, Professionalism, and Team Synergy

Safety sails supreme on this ocean sentinel. You’ll:

  • Engage in drills, champion PPE/chemical protocols, and model pollution prevention.
  • Promote VMS/MLC adherence, leading by example in health-focused practices.
  • Build positive engine department conduct, resolving issues swiftly for crew retention amid 2025’s talent crunch.

Shared accommodations encourage cultural exchange, but demand neat professionalism in close quarters.

Why REV Ocean? Champion Blue Innovation with Global Backing

Founded in 2017 by philanthropist Kjell Inge Røkke, REV Ocean spearheads systemic change via partnerships with WWF, Nekton, and Aker entities—driving data platforms and anti-plastic solutions. As the vessel emerges from VARD’s Norwegian yards toward 2027 ops, V.Ships Leisure’s exclusive recruitment ensures elite crewing for this 194.9m icon.

Beyond base pay, embrace:

  • Mission-Driven Perks: Rotations enabling home time; access to science briefings and adventure charters.
  • Sustainability Boost: Training in green logistics, aligning with UN Ocean Decade goals.
  • Career Momentum: Pathways to senior supply roles in expedition fleets, amid 20% growth in research vessel demand.

In a era of marine crises, your stores savvy sustains discoveries—from deep-sea mapping to biodiversity hotspots—elevating REV’s “One Healthy Ocean” pledge.

Further Reading: Delve into MARPOL-compliant inventory best practices or expedition vessel logistics trends for 2027 readiness.

How to Apply: Stock Up for REV’s 2027 Voyage – Immediate Openings via V.Ships

With construction hitting milestones in November 2025, pre-launch roles like this accelerate fast—embark ASAP for trials and outfitting support. Effortless steps:

  1. Register on the V.Ships Leisure crew portal, submitting CV, STCW docs, and stores experience highlights.
  2. Undergo interviews and checks; selected candidates get rapid onboarding.
  3. Track updates through agency channels—expect 1-2 week feedback.

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