Q. Does it cost to register with ShiptalkJOBS?
A. No registration is completely free.We make no charge on seafarers for the use of the site.We are ethically and legally opposed to such practices that are in contravention of International Labour Standards and National Governmental Guidelines. If such practices are employed by recruiters on our site they will be immediately removed from our site.

Q. Is Shiptalk Recruitment Ltd. a marine recruitment agent?
A. Shiptalk Recruitment Ltd is not a recruitment agent. As such we can make no guarantees as to the accuracy of vacancy postings published on the website. By agreeing to our terms and conditions both recruiters and jobseekers agree to accept full responsibility for conducting all reasonable checks before entering into any contractual arrangements.

Q. How do I register with ShiptalkJOBS?
A.The registration process is quick and easy. Just click on the appropriate link and enter your personal details.Once you have submitted your registration form you will be provided with username and password protected access to your account.

Having logged onto your account you will be invited to complete your online resume and upload your existing CV if you so desire. Please note recruiters cannot search for your details until such time as you have completed your online resume.

Q. Can I upload my own personal CV to the site?
A.Yes,we have provided jobseekers with the opportunity to upload their CV in MS Word format.

Q. Can I upload an image of myself to the site?
A.Yes, once you have registered with the site and completed your resume you can upload your image to the site.Your image will be used to customise your jobseeker homepage and your resume.

Q. Can I keep my identity confidential?
A.Yes, you are given the option to hide your identity, if you chose this option your ShiptalkJOBS reference number will appear on your resume in place of your name and if you have uploaded your image to the site this will also be hidden.

Q.What happens when I am at sea unavailable for employment?
A. If you are unavailable for employment you are given the option to set your status to “unavailable for employment”. When selecting this status option all of your details will be hidden from prospective recruiters.

Q. How do I apply for the vacancy?
A. Registered jobseekers are given the opportunity to match their resume against all vacancies listed on the website, view the individual vacancy details and register an interest in any one or more individual job vacancies posted on our site thereafter.When you register your interest the recruiter concerned will receive an email from the site that will include your details and a link to your resume and your CV. (If you have chosen to upload a CV to our site) Having reviewed your details it will then be left to the recruiter if they wish to contact you further.You are automatically advised when the recruiter has received written confirmation of your interest in their vacancy and you should assume that if you have not been contacted by the recruiter within a reasonable time your application has been unsuccessful.

Q. Is there a limit to the number of jobseeker details that a recruiter can search on?
A. No there is no limit to the number of jobseeker details a recruiter can search on whilst they have a current vacancy posted on the site.