Marine Officer

Roles and responsibilities

To provide support for managing vessels engaged in UMV and Oil Spill Operations, assist in Tendering process and contract management for Marine Supports Division.
Provide support in preparing Tender documents (that are under the responsibility of Marine Supports' division) for all upcoming Marine Contracts, Technical Clarifications and following up with other departments until award of contract.
Assist the division Head with Contract Management of all Marine contracted resources as required, including managing HSE Requirements, Contractor performance Evaluations and Documentation for close out of contracts.
Navigation and Voyage Planning:
Route Planning: Plan and oversee the safe and efficient navigation of the vessel, including planning the route, calculating the vessel’s position, and preparing for potential hazards.
Navigation Management: Ensure the vessel follows proper navigational procedures while at sea, using navigation equipment like radar, GPS, and charts to steer the vessel safely through different waters.
Monitor Weather and Sea Conditions: Constantly assess weather reports, sea conditions, tides, and currents to determine the best course of action during a voyage, ensuring safety and efficiency.
Maintain Logbooks: Keep accurate records of navigation, fuel usage, position, weather, and any significant events during the voyage.
Safety and Security:
Ensure Safety Protocols: Ensure that all onboard personnel are trained in safety procedures, including emergency drills, evacuation plans, and first aid procedures.
Safety Equipment Inspection: Regularly inspect life-saving and fire-fighting equipment, such as lifeboats, life jackets, fire extinguishers, and alarm systems, to ensure they are in good working order.
Emergency Response: Lead and manage emergency situations such as fire, flooding, man-overboard incidents, or other shipboard emergencies.
Security Measures: Oversee ship security in compliance with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code, ensuring the protection of both the vessel and crew.

Desired candidate profile

• Experience sufficient to acquire a Class I Certificate of Competence (minimum 10 years) together with experience in the oil and gas operations.
• Experience in other marine operations is desirable. Examples of other desirable experience are: - Emergency Towing, SBM Maintenance, Tanker Operations, Pilotage, General cargo, Heavy Lift Vessels, Rig moving, Chartering, Offshore Oil Operations, Marine Inspection, Investigation, Marine Consultancy etc.

Educational Qualifications

• Unlimited Foreign Going Class I (Ship Masters) Certificate of Competency issued by or equivalent to United Kingdom Department of Transport.
• Updated knowledge of Shipping Business and Maritime law, Advanced Navigational systems, International Chamber of Shipping and Oil Companies International Maritime Forum Recommendations and ISGOTT.
• A sound in depth knowledge of various National and International Maritime Regulations and Legislations.