Bourbon

“The advantage is that the company is relatively young and dynamic compared to other French companies that work in a maritime environment.”

“Shorebase Manager in Luanda in 2001, I have served as Safety Manager for 1 year: this is a different job, which combines study and the implementation of processes with site actions during operations…”

« In 1994, I joined Setaf Saget and opted for a new position in an onshore base, but not necessarily in an office. (…) I spend more than half my time in the field.”

“ Today, I am 27 and Sonasurf is giving me training to become a Sales Manager.”

“ The charterer’s business is to find a ship to allow our customers to transport their merchandise from one point of the globe to another at the best price.”

“ I have discovered an amazing world that leaves no room for the routine. Each shipment is the beginning of a new adventure…”

“The specific nature of the job is manœuvring and speed of reaction, because operations can and do change, often at the last minute. (...) There is not much routine.”

“What I like about this job, especially in Brest, is the variety of our missions. (…) What do I remember? There are a lot of emotions. (…) Saving a vessel, saving a life is marvellous.”

“ I greatly appreciate the variety and wealth of my contacts, and the possibility of discovering new countries.”

“It has been a wonderful voyage from a small family-owned company to the Bourbon Offshore Surf of today! The spirit has remained the same. The company is still led by seagoing men, solid seamen”

“My main job is to transport equipment to the platforms and to transport up to 50 passengers.”

“I grew up near the sea and I’ve always loved it. I wanted to get away a little, see different countries and meet interesting people.”

“I’m responsible for the entire food service on the vessel. (…) I have to prepare meals that satisfy everyone’s tastes, while focusing on very balanced meals to guarantee their physical condition.”