Third Officer

Duties, Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Main requirements:

• Navigational Watch Officer (Reg. II/1)
• GMDSS Radio Operator (Reg. IV/2)
• Advanced Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operation A-V/1-2-2
• Minimum of 1 years total sea time in rank.
• Minimum of 1 years total sea time on board of this tanker type.
• Strong LNG cargo expertise. Preferably LNG and LPG experience
• STS (Ship to ship operation) track record.
• Cargo hose and LNG bunkering equipment handling expertise/ experience
• Azimuth - Ship Handling expertise

Main Responsibilities:

• Compliance with safe working practices
• Safe navigation during watchkeeping
• Safe and efficient cargo operations during watchkeeping
• Preparation of safe Passage and Route Plans including the use of electronic navigation systems
• Regular checks, tests and maintenance of navigational and radio equipment
• Management and update of navigational charts and publications, including electronic updates
• Administration and maintenance of medical lockers, hospital and medical equipment
• Medical treatment of the crew under the Master's guidance
• Compliance with Permits to Work that are in force
• Speaking up if/when unsafe practices or conditions are identified

Act as:

• Navigational Watchkeeping Officer / Cargo Watchkeeping Officer
• Substitute for the Chief Officer when required
• Behaviour Based Safety Observer
• Deputy Ship Security Officer

Ensure:

• Correct charts are available for the intended voyage

Assist with:

• Cargo matters and operational planning
• Cargo hold/tank cleaning, as applicable
• Training of Deck Cadets, trainees and ratings
• Emergency training and drills
• Ship security
• Environmental compliance
• Ship's accounting and administrative tasks

Other duties and responsibilities:

• Comply with BSM's SMS, EMS and international standards and regulations
• Form part of the emergency response team (specific duties as per ship's emergency organisation)
• Supervise mooring/unmooring operations when required
• Report any non-conformities or defects
• Follow the requirements of the Competency Management System (CMS)
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Master and Chief Officer