Third Officer / Junior Officer

Job description

Reporting structure Job Summary and Purpose The Third Officer understudies and assists the Second Officer. He must keep a navigational watch. During cargo operations, he will assist with cargo operations, stability, ballast operations, moorings and ship security during the period of his watch. Accountabilities He is responsible for the safety of all personnel working for him. He is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all deck portable firefighting equipment and lifesaving appliances. He is responsible to the Master for the completion of records of on -board training. Where required shall act as nominated officer for the GMDSS station with responsibility for associated tests and records. He is responsible for the upkeep of the Recreational and Technical library. The Third Officer must carry out any lawful command and delegated duty as issued by the Master. A Junior Officer is an ex-cadet recently qualified as a Third Officer who may complete a probationary contract prior to full unsupervised OOW duties. Accountabilities - 2 Accountabilities - 3 Competencies Bridge Teamwork Cargo Planning Chart Corrections Communications with other nationalities Diversity Awareness Emergency procedures Experience in environmental protection and use of anti-pollution equipment. Experience of managing crew members Experience of transiting high density traffic areas Experience with multinational crews Experience with Products Crude and LNG Cargo Experience with role of Shipboard Safety Officer Experience with Tankers of all sizes GMDSS Operation Hazards associated with cargoes. IT experience Maintenance of bridge equipment Maintenance of LSA and FFA equipment. Nautical Publications Newbuilds Operational experience of various types of lifeboat Other types of ship’s Passage Planning, Rule of the Road Personal safety, Ship safety & protection of the environment. Preparations prior to commencement of Operations Previous Oil major experience PSC, SIRE, ISM, ISPS and other industry inspections. PTW systems, ISM requirements, Risk assessment Refit Experience Role of the Master SMS management and implementation, PPE requirements Support of Chief Officer Teamwork Written and spoken English to high standard. Education Class 3 Key Result Areas Interactions and Working Relations Financial Authorities Qualifications, Experience and Job Skills