What does a sailor mean?

A sailor is a person who works on a ship and is mainly responsible for the driving, operation, maintenance and repair of the ship.

Sailors usually need professional training and certification to ensure that they are competent for their jobs. They mainly work on ships and are mainly responsible for maintenance and repair.

Sailors' work includes navigation planning, navigation, crew management, ship safety, cargo handling and so on. They need to work at sea for a long time and face various risks and challenges such as extreme weather, waves and pirates. Therefore, sailors need to have strong will, good physical fitness and emergency handling ability.

A sailor's job requires not only technical ability, but also good communication skills and teamwork spirit. On the ship, sailors need to cooperate closely with other crew members to complete various tasks. They also need to communicate with customers, suppliers and other parties to ensure the smooth operation of the ship.

With the development of global trade, the demand for sailors is increasing. At present, many countries in the world have a large number of sailor recruitment needs, especially in Asia and Europe. At the same time, with the progress of science and technology, the emergence of some new ships and technologies has also put forward new challenges to the skills requirements of sailors.

The role of a sailor

1. Piloting the ship: Sailors are the drivers of the ship, so they need to master the operation skills of the ship skillfully to ensure the safe and effective operation of the ship. During sailing, sailors should pay close attention to sea conditions, weather changes and the dynamics of other ships to ensure that the ships are on a safe channel.

2. Sailing plan: Sailors need to make a reasonable sailing plan according to the sailing task and ship conditions. This includes choosing the best route, forecasting the sailing time, considering possible risks and countermeasures.

3. Ship maintenance: The crew needs to inspect and maintain the ship regularly to ensure that the ship is in good working condition. This includes checking the hull, deck, cabin, mechanical equipment, navigation instruments, etc. , timely troubleshooting and hidden dangers.