Matrosin Eva auf der Brücke des Rettungsschiffes der Humanity 1 beim Ausschauhalten mit Fernglas
Max Cavallari / SOS Humanity

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Saving lives is teamwork: Join our crew on board our rescue ships Humanity 1 and the Humanity 2!

We always are looking for people from all over the world to join our team on board. Individuals with different experiences and backgrounds.

If you want to become part of our crew, check out our open positions below.

Nothing suitable on board?

If you didn’t find a position on Humanity 1 or Humanity 2, check out our current vacancies at the SOS Humanity office in Berlin: https://sos-humanity.org/en/office-jobs/

 

  • Zwei Hände greifen ineinander - es sind die Hände eines Geretteten und eines Crewmitglieds an Bord der Humanity 1
    Open position
    Isabelle Law / SOS Humanity

    Supervisor

    We are seeking a supervisor to join our pool of volunteer’s supervisors and take responsibility for the psychological support of the crew throughout 2026.

  • Ein Bildschirm in der Brücke der Humanity 1 zeigt eine SAR-Zone
    Open position
    Laurin Schmid / SOS Humanity

    Second officer

    Second officer supports the first officer in navigation and ship management and operation. They help with the administration of the bridge, watch duties and are responsible for the radios on board.

  • Eine Person bei der Arbeit an einem der Motoren der Humanity 1.
    Open position
    Laurin Schmid / SOS Humanity

    Second Engineer

    This person assists with all engine-related tasks such as the maintenance and repair of the ship’s engine, deck and accommodation. They are also responsible for compliance with occupational safety and environmental protection guidelines.

  • Gerettete werden registriert
    Open position
    MarcelBeloqui Evardone

    Protection Representative

    In the role of Protection Representative on board the Humanity 1, the responsibility lies in ensuring the implementation and adherence to protection policies for individuals rescued from distress at sea.

  • Open position
    Camilla Kranzusch / SOS Humanity

    Nurse/Paramedic

    As the paramedic or nurse on board, you are part of the 4-person medical team, consisting of medical doctor, paramedic OR nurse, midwife and mental health specialist on bord Humanity 1.

  • Frau mit Kleinkind an Bord Humanity 1
    Open position
    Francesco Roncoli

    Midwife

    In the position of Midwife on board Humanity 1, you will be primarily responsible for the medical care of pregnant woman and babies and will address gynecological concerns of those who are and are not pregnant.

  • Drei Crewmitglieder stehen um eine Person, die unter einer goldenen Wärmedecke auf einer Liege im Hospital der Humanity 1 liegt.
    Open position
    Laurin Schmid / SOS Humanity

    Medical Doctor

    The medical doctor, heading the medical team, makes decisions on medical emergencies like evacuations in collaboration with the care coordinator. Three years of medical practice, preferably in emergency medicine, are required.

  • Mechanic on board the Humanity 2
    Open position
    Paula Gaess / SOS Humanity

    Mechanic

    This person is responsible for carrying out, planning, documenting and overseeing all technical repairs and maintenance of the ship’s engines and electrical systems. 

  • First officer is studying a map in the bridge of Humanity 1.
    Open position
    Laurin Schmid / SOS Humanity

    First Officer

    First officers assist the captain before, during and after rescue operations. They are responsible for search and rescue navigation and the operation of the ship, and assist in the search for maritime emergencies.

  • Elektriker auf Humanity 1
    Open position
    Isabelle Law

    Electrician

    As part of the engine-team, the electrician is supervised by the Chief Engineer but is also required to work autonomously as the sole electrician on board. 

  • Zwei Crewmitglieder mit blauen SOS-Humanity T-Shirts geben Essen an Bord der Humanity 1 aus.
    Open position
    Wanda Proft / SOS Humanity

    Crew Change Cook

    As a Crew Change Cook, you will play a key role in supporting the kitchen team during crew changes for around 12 days. Your main task is to manage the galley independently as a team of two and to relieve the kitchen team as much as possible during the handover and training sessions.

  • Ingenieur on Bord Humanity1
    Open position
    Raphael Schumacher / SOS Humanity

    Chief engineer

    As head of the engine team, the chief engineer supervises all (maintenance) work on the engine. He advises the bridge team on all engine-related matters.

  • Captain on board Humanity 1 speaks in his radio.
    Open position
    Laurin Schmid / SOS Humanity

    Captain

    The Captain is responsible for commanding the vessel and for the overall coordination of rescue operations. Experience in search and rescue missions is required for taking on the role of Head of Mission.

  • Bosun in a room on board Humanity 1 full of devices.
    Open position
    Laurin Schmid / SOS Humanity

    Bosun

    In this role, you are responsible for the crew and deck work in the context of rescue activities. Bosuns carry out training for the crew as well as deck and crane work.

Gestapelte Rettungswesten mit Aufdruck SOS Humanity
Max Cavallari / SOS Humanity

Our crew

Being part of the crew of Humanity 1 means

  • Being part of an international and diverse crew
  • standing up for people in distress
  • working with a professional and experienced team
  • using your skills in different areas

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