Chief Officer

Duties, Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Main requirements:

• Chief Officer (Reg. II/2 Par. 1-2)
• GMDSS Radio Operator (Reg. IV/2)
• Advanced Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operation A-V/1-2-2
• Minimum of 3 years total sea time in rank (combined with Master)
• Minimum of 6 years total sea time on board of this tanker type. (combined Master)
• Strong LNG cargo expertise. Preferably LNG and LPG experience
• Strong STS (Ship to ship operation) track record. Preferably under different circumstances (Underway, at anchor, with and without STS Master assistance)
• Cargo hose and LNG bunkering equipment handling expertise/ experience
• Azimuth - Ship Handling expertise

Main Responsibilities:

• Compliance with safe working practices
• Safe navigation during watchkeeping- LNG bunkering/ STS cargo transfer pre-planning
• Ability to review and assessment of bunkering specific cargo documentation like Jpbo, compatibility assessment, optimoor mooring analysis
• Maintenance and setup of LNG bunkering equipment
• Safe and efficient cargo operations and documentation
• General planning of deck maintenance and deck department operations
• Issue and enforcement of appropriate permits to work
• Ship's stress and stability
• Environmental management
• Ballast management
• Garbage management
• Crew training and development
• Crew appraisal process
• Crew welfare
• Crew disciplinary process
• Fresh water supply, quality, consumption and storage
• Coordination of emergency response at the scene of the incident
• Safe launching of lifeboats and rescue boats
• Speaking up if/when unsafe practices or conditions are identified

Monitor:

• Crew compliance with safety and hygiene requirements at all times
• Comply with the Company's SMS, EMS and international standards and regulations

Act as:

• Substitute for the Master when required
• Navigational Watchkeeping Officer / Cargo Watchkeeping Officer
• Ship Safety Officer:
• Ensure implementation of safety policies and practices including familiarization of all crew and Behaviour Based Safety (BBS)
• Ensure operation, maintenance and service of all safety and emergency equipment, such as LSA, FFE and Gas Detection equipment
• Regularly inspect and monitor all ship areas
• Monitor crew for safe working practices
• Arrange emergency drills in accordance with BSM Drill Plan
• Ensure maintenance of all cargo gear and report any defects to the Master and Chief Engineer
• Report any Unsafe Conditions, Unsafe Acts, Accidents and/or Dangerous Occurrences to the Master with recommended corrective actions
• Ensure Ship Safety Committee meetings take place according to company policy and submit minutes to the Head of the Committee (Master)
• Must hold recognised Safety Officer qualification before joining a tanker

Ship Environmental Officer:

• Ensure and promote compliance with the Company´s Environmental Management System (EMS) and all environmental regulations such as MARPOL, Flag State and Port State
• Maintain Oil Record Book Part II / Chemical Record Book (if applicable)

Designated Training Officer (DTO):

• Identify training needs of officers and crew in deck department
• Arrange and supervise practical and theoretical training on board
• Act as mentor to all crew, including Cadets, assistants and trainees
• Supervise effective cadet training and development through PAL Cadet Training, Training Record Books and Journals
• Complete specific training documentation according to BSM policy
• Monitor status of the Competency Management System
• Ensures LNG Bunkering related training requirements are adhered to
• Role model for leadership and exemplary personal conduct
• Member of the Ship Safety Committee
• Behaviour Based Safety Observer

Cargo related duties:

• Ensure safe and efficient loading, carriage and discharge of cargo
• Verify compliance with charterer's instructions
• Ensure ship is ready in all respects to receive and discharge cargo
• Prepare cargo plan including stability calculations and write the "In port" standing orders relating to cargo
• Assign deck personnel to cargo watches
• Keep pump room bilges free from oil and/or water (when applicable)
• Review of JPBO, compatibility assessment as well as Optimoor mooring analysis

Note: A Trainee Master will perform duties similar to those of a Chief Officer, as assigned by the Master.

Note: A Chief Officer assigned to "day work" duties only, performs a minimum of 6 navigation watches per month to maintain his navigational and ship handling skills. He selects any of the watches to fulfill this requirement.