Our client, an internationally renowned drilling contractor is now seeking a qualified and experienced Mate for their Liftboat division. West African experience is preferred.
The Role
• Responsible for the safe and efficient running of the vessel he/she has been appointed to command.
• Mates are Managers on the vessel and the company relies upon the Mate to set a high standard of personal and professional conduct and to set an example to the crew under his/her command.
• The Mate will give attention to the safety of the ship and crew, and will ensure that safe working practices are employed.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Assists in command of the vessel to transport passengers, freight, equipment, and other cargo across oceans, bays, lakes, and in coastal waters
• Sets course of ships using navigational aids, such as charts, area plotting sheets, compass, and sextant, and orders crew worker at helm to steer ship
• Determines geographical position of the ship, using loran or azimuths of celestial bodies
• Inspects ship to ensure that crew and passengers observe regulations pertaining to safety and efficient operation of ship and maintains ship log
• Inspect, maintain, and test safety and lifesaving equipment, fire fighting equipment and systems, navigational lights, ship’s whistle, foghorn, and search and signal lights
• Responsible for the cleaning, painting, and general housekeeping to provide sanitary conditions on the vessel
• Inspect and test the internal communications system and the general alarm system
• Assist the Captain in preparing the vessel for scheduled inspections and surveys
• Responsible for keeping the Captain advised of changes in the material condition of the vessel
• Responsible to the Captain for the safe navigation of the vessel while serving as the Officer of the Deck
• Other duties will include, emergency response handling, HSE & security
Assumes command of the vessel if the Captain is incapacitated
The Applicant
Experience:-
• Must be licensed by U.S coast Guard for steam and motor ship according to waters navigated and tonnage of ship
• Possess a Mates License (USCG exam)
• Experience of 200 ton for a class 200 vessel
• Hold a crane card and water survival certificate
Specific Job Requirement
• Must be physically fit able to work and live offshore with limited medical care
• Must be able to climb ship stairs and ladders, pick up objects, reach overhead
• Must be able to ride in a personnel sling/basket between vessels, structures etc..
• Must be able to ride in a helicopter
• Must be able to assist in the overall maintenance of the boat
The Package
• An attractive day rate plus rotator premium is offered together with the opportunity to work within a progressive organisation.
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