Job Summary

Assist the Chief Mate/Senior Mate and 2nd Mate in exercising control over the rig’s marine operations with due regard for safety of personnel, maintenance of rig equipment and protection of the environment.

Pre-Requisite/ Qualification:

High School Diploma (U.S.)/ Proof of Completion of Formal Education or Relevant Craft Certificate (where applicable).
Successful Military Discharge – Preferred for U.S.
Graduate of Trade School or University where knowledge and training acquired are applicable to job requirements – Preferred.
Valid Unlimited 3rd Mate Licenses (Home country and Flag state)
Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the safe operation of the marine aspect of the vessel.
Basic computer skills
Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates for area of operation.
Valid GMDSS License.
Lifeboatman Certificate.

General Duties:

Operations/Maintenance:

Exercise control of the safe navigation of the vessel in order to ensure that all navigation operations are carried out in accordance with Company policies and procedures, regulations and sound marine practices.
Become familiar with the vessel’s bridge and navigation equipment; Assist with voyage planning and rig move operations.
Provide assistance during anchoring operations.
Provide assistance in ensuring that the vessel’s navigational equipment is maintained, fully functional and tested in accordance with SOLAS, Classification, and Flag State regulations.
Assist with maintenance of deck equipment, firefighting and lifesaving equipment and marine department lifting equipment (as required), and update records accordingly.
Assist with maintaining the vessel in a seaworthy condition.
Assist with maintaining the watertight integrity of the vessel, loading and storage of consumables, securing of supply vessels and helicopter operations.
Assist with carrying out the vessel’s Class Surveys as well as other regulatory inspections and audits.
Provide assistance in ensuring the vessel complies with local and international pollution regulations.
Assist in maintaining the vessel in a stable condition and at the correct draft and trim.
Assist with running hydrophones and subsea beacons.
Make regular use of the onboard DP simulator for training purposes, where available.
Ensure that all defects and anomalies are reported to your supervisor or the Master.
Assist as required with maintaining and carrying out PM’s on all marine department equipment under the direction of the Chief Mate/Senior Mate/2nd Mate.
Gain familiarity with the vessel’s dynamic positioning equipment, and work towards gaining a Nautical Institute DP Certificate.
Personnel:

Promote and maintain good working relationships with other departments, third-party personnel and Customer representatives.
Mentor, coach, develop and train crew members to ensure they are competent to work at their current and next job level.
Provide leadership and motivation to the marine crews. Apply continuous improvement process.
Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process.
Apply appropriate accountability regarding recognition; recommend promotion or disciplinary action up to and including discharge.
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