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Role Overview:
Reporting to the Vessel Master, the Chief Officer is responsible for overseeing the safe and effective operation, administration, and supervision of deck activities and personnel. This role also includes maintaining a secure navigational watch and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the Safety Officer, ensuring the safety of all personnel and the vessel, efficient operations, and adherence to pollution prevention measures.
- Maintain a safe and effective navigational watch.
- Oversee the upkeep and functionality of life-saving and fire-fighting equipment.
- Implement company health, safety, environmental, and quality policies.
- Report any defects, hazards, incidents, or accidents to the Master.
- Plan and document deck activities, including mooring equipment inspections.
- Allocate and supervise daily tasks for the deck crew, offering support to other departments when needed.
- Conduct deck operations efficiently and safely.
- Manage and control inventory of mooring equipment aboard the vessel.
- Review and update contingency plans, risk assessments, and operational procedures.
- Ensure all nautical publications and charts are current.
- Prepare the vessel for statutory surveys and ensure it remains in a seaworthy condition.
Candidate Requirements:
- Practical experience in a similar role aboard a vessel.
- Valid Officer of the Watch Deck II/1 certification.
- Advanced fire prevention and firefighting training.
- Strong seamanship skills and familiarity with deck operations.
- Certification in personal survival techniques.
- Proficiency in handling survival craft and rescue boats.
- GMDSS Radio Operator Certificate.
- Radar and ARPA qualifications.
