Chief Officer

JOB TITLE: Chief Officer

COMPANY/CLIENT: Puglisevich on behalf of Intership BC Corp

BUSINESS ADDRESS: 611 Torbay Road, St. John's, NL, A1A 5J1

CONTACT INFORMATION: Email: [email protected]; Phone: 709-722-2744

REPORTS TO: Master

DEPARTMENT: Deck Crew

SALARY: $138,744.14 CAD / Yearly

LOCATION: Operating off the Coast of Newfoundland (NL), Prince Edward Island (PEI), Nova Scotia (NS) and New Brunswick (NB)

TYPE OF VESSEL: Inter Viking; Live Fish Carrier

ROTATION: 35/35

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Contract, Full Time

CONTRACT: Short Term Contract; Estimate One (1) Year

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: Two (2)

JOB SUMMARY: Chief Officer is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of the ship in co-operation with the Master. He/She is also responsible for the up-to-date keeping of deck maintenance reports.

PRE-REQUISITES/QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum 1 Year of experience working on a wellboat (live fish carrier)
• STCW II/2,3 or STCW Approved D3 with Norwegian Endorsement or STCW Equivalent
• Good understanding of live fish handling
• STCW Basic Safety (STCW VI-1.1, VI-1.2, VI-1.3, VI-1.4)
• STCW Advanced Fire Fighting (STCW VI-3)
• STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue Boats (STCW VI/2-1)
• STCW Marine Medical Care (STCW VI-4.1, VI-4.2)
• Seafarer Medical (STCW)
• Designated Security Duties (STCW VI-6.4)
• Fish Welfare Course
• Cyber Security Awareness (DNV certified)
• GOC Radio Certificate
• NIS Course (Norwegian Regulation)
• Viking S30 Liferaft Course
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Must pass Physical, Drug Screen and Background/Pre-Employment Screening Checks

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as Master's substitute and has his authority in his absence
• Responsible for the maintenance of the ship in co-operation with the Master
• Responsible for loading and discharging of the ship in co-operation with the Master
• Responsible for implementing the procedures of the Ballast Water Management Plan
• Shall carry out voyage planning and stability calculation when required
• Responsible for update of charts and publications on board
• Shall maintain the radio logbook and inspection/test of the GMDSS equipment
• Shall carry out inspection of all safety equipment on board
• Responsible for the maintenance and control of loose lifting gear and cargo securing equipment
• Responsible for control and administration of substances hazardous to health
• Shall take part in tasks specified in the Emergency plan
• Responsible for the administration and arrangement of drills
• Shall see to it that the crew performs all tasks on deck in a satisfactory manner
• Shall keep own record of rest hours
• Promote and encourage others in safe work practices and use of PPE onboard
• Perform other duties as assigned

The above is intended as a summary of the key requirements for the position and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities.

It is the objective of Intership BC Corp to ensure employment equity within the workplace. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, women, and persons with disabilities having the capability, qualifications, and experience to make application for this position. Qualified residents in Newfoundland and Labrador will be given first consideration in the staffing of these positions.

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