The Third Mate is designated by the Company as an officer on the vessel. The Third Mate shall serve as the Officer in Charge of a Navigation Watch (OICNW) as directed by the Master.

The Third Mate’s duties include, but are not limited to, the full implementation of the Company Safety Management System (SMS), Code of Conduct, Company Policies, and Company Mission Statement; responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the vessel, including, but not limited to the safe navigation and piloting of the vessel, the seaworthiness of the vessel, the safety of the crew and persons in addition to crew, protection of the environment, protection of the cargo or property of the charterer, industrial mission performance, charterer relations, bridge administration and paperwork, crew supervision and on the job training and other responsibilities that may be assigned by the Master or Chief Mate or that the Third Mate recognizes as essential to his/her responsibility.

RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY

1. The Third Mate is responsible for implementing the safety and environmental protection policies of the Company; motivating the crew in the observation of those policies; issuing and/or communicating appropriate orders and instructions in a clear and simple manner; verifying that specified requirements of the SMS, Code of Conduct, and Company policies are observed.

2. To ensure the safe operation of each ship and to provide a link between the Company and those on board, the Company has designated a person or persons ashore having direct access to the highest level of management. The Third Mate (and all crew members) has been provided contact information for the DPA and alternate DPA. The Third Mate has responsibility to monitor the safety and pollution prevention aspects of the operation of their ship and to ensure that adequate resources and shore-based support are applied, as required. Any deficiencies must be immediately reported to the Master and Company DPA.

3. As directed by the Master, the Third Mate has the authority under his/her licensure to perform responsibilities aboard their vessel or when otherwise engaged in the business of the Company in the capacity of a Third Mate in a manner consistent with this job description.

4. As directed by the Master the Third Mate serves as the OICNW and is responsible for the safe piloting, navigation, and maintenance of the vessel in compliance with the applicable laws and regulations of the vessel’s flag state, coastal state, and the Company SMS in a manner consistent with maintaining the safety of the crew and the protection of the environment.

5. The Third Mate supervises deck crew, vendors, and sub-contractors as directed by the Chief Mate including service delivery, bridge management, human resource management, and cost management in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Company.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP

1. The Third Mate is accountable to the Master and reports to the Chief Mate for all aspects of job performance.

2. The Third Mate shall supervise the deck crew aboard his/her vessel under the direction of the Chief Mate.

3. The Third Mate shall cooperate and work closely with flag state, port state and coastal state officials, client representatives, Operations Coordinator, Chief Engineer, Chief Officer, and any other relevant personnel necessary for the safe and efficient operation of the vessel as directed by the Chief Mate.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The minimum qualifications and experience required for each Third Mate are:

1. Possess all valid flag state (and coastal state, as applicable) credentials required by law for service as Third Mate on the route and class of vessel appointed to (examples: Merchant Mariners Credential, TWIC Card, Medical Certificate, Radio Operator Licenses etc.) within 6 months of expiry minimum.

2. A valid Passport is highly preferred within 6 months of expiry minimum.

3. Possess a valid riggers certification from a recognized issuing authority.

4. A valid unlimited DPO certificate from a recognized issuing authority (Nautical Institute or OSVDPA) is highly preferred. Minimum requirement is holding a DP Induction (Basic) credential along with sign off book from an accredited DP facility directedly certified from Nautical Institute or OSVDPA.

5. Ability to read and write English as well as render, understand, and react to commands given in English.

6. Minimum one-year experience on vessels of similar size and route in a position as cadet, AB RFPNW, and/or OICNW.

DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Incumbents must be able to:

1. Lift and move equipment that weighs up to 50 pounds or more
2. Move equipment that is heavy, large, and awkward, sometimes from one level to another.
3. Ascend and descend stairs and ladders, sometimes while transporting tools or objects.
4. Use portable ladders or stools to allow them to work on systems that are located in the overhead section of machinery spaces. Repairs may require that incumbents reach into small, poorly accessible areas of machinery.
5. Work on equipment that has pressurized or hot components; secure or segregate systems to provide an adequate safety margin;
6. Troubleshoot equipment that is difficult to reach
7. Work in areas that have high noise levels
8. Work below decks in an area that may experience periods of darkness in unusual situations; and work in confined and restricted spaces.
9. Demonstrate sufficient physical dexterity to enable them to manipulate small items in restricted spaces or large objects when using mechanical lifting devices.
10. Performing assigned emergency duties without undue danger to himself /herself or the vessel.

Agreeable to occasional requirement to crew change by helicopter and maintain a valid OPITO BOSIET credential.

Note: Rotation schedule may vary and is subject to change based on vessel requirements.

In-person applications will be accepted by appointment only.

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