A seafarer employment agreement (SEA) is a legal document that outlines the terms and conditions of employment for a seafarer, including the duties and responsibilities of the seafarer and the employer, the duration of the employment, and the compensation and benefits that will be provided.
The SEA is a binding contract that is entered into between the seafarer and the employer, and it is typically used to define the rights and obligations of both parties in relation to the employment. The SEA may cover a wide range of issues, including the duties and responsibilities of the seafarer, the duration of the employment, the terms of payment and benefits, and any other terms and conditions that may be relevant to the employment.
The SEA is an important document that serves as the basis for the employment relationship between the seafarer and the employer. It is important for both parties to carefully review the SEA before signing it, and to ensure that they understand and agree to all of the terms and conditions contained in the agreement.
In addition to the SEA, seafarers may also be governed by other agreements or regulations that apply to their employment, such as collective bargaining agreements, national labor laws, and international conventions such as the Maritime Labor Convention 2006. It is important for seafarers to familiarize themselves with these agreements and regulations and to understand how they may impact their employment.