Radio Operator
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Radio Operator operates vessel communications equipment answers phones and carries out clerical duties such as filing and typing as directed.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Receives and transmits messages between the vessel and shore bases supply vessels helicoptersand other stations by radio telephone.
Operates all communication equipment in the radio room and ensures it is well maintainedand operational.
Maintains a radio listening watch on marine and aeronautical emergency frequencies.
Maintains records/logs of all radio communications to and from the vessel. Keeps records oftelephone charges if possible.
Ensures the maintenance of all electronic navigational aids where applicable.
Tests the standby radio equipment and the radio equipment in the lifeboats on a weekly basisincluding the testing of the radio room batteries.
Advises the OIM/Master of any emergency situations within the vicinity of the vessel.
Informs the Helicopter Landing Officer and Bridge of all helicopter traffic to the vessel.
Establishes and maintains radio communications with helicopter traffic to and from the vessel.
Advises pilots of landing clearances meteorological conditions etc. and records in thehelicopter movement log.
Coordinates and controls the isolation of radio equipment during periods of radio silence.
Participates in weekly emergency drills and responds to emergency situations as per assignedduties on the Station Bill.
Becomes familiar with the vessels emergency and medical evacuation procedures.
Reports any incidents potential hazards or abnormal situations to the marine supervisors.
Provides clerical/administrative support to the OIM/Master as required.
Coordinates crew changes by helicopter and boats.
Maintains up to date personnel on board and room assignment lists.
Maintains strict confidentiality of all work performed including well data payroll informationcrew lists and personal data including contact details of relatives of vessels crew.
Prepares time sheets for personnel onboard in accordance with payroll procedures whereapplicable.
Arranges crew change travel where applicable
Qualifications / Experience
High School diploma or equivalent.
Fluent in English (oral and written).
Basic computer skills.
Valid GMDSS General Radio Operators certificate
Behaviors
As part of our commitment to fostering a high-performance culture employees are expected to align their actions and decisions with the principles outlined in our Behavioral Framework. This framework serves as the foundation for our organizational culture and guides our behaviors to drive better outcomes across the company. Employees are responsible for incorporating these behaviors into their daily actions relationships and decision-making to help manage expectations strengthen relationships and contribute to the overall success of the organization.
Our five behaviors that define our culture are:
Analyze & Plan Being deliberate in understanding and describing the problem to solve and using information from a range of relevant sources to develop solutions that are effective and evidence-based.
Collaborate Collaborating effectively sharing ideas and leveraging one anothers strengths based on trust transparency and empathy creating an environment where everyones input is valued.
Communicate Communicate clearly with all employees and stakeholders ensuring active listening understanding and timely information sharing.
Learn Grow & Adapt Building organizational capability through our own learning and development while coaching others and supporting others to adapt learn and develop.
Deliver Results Striving to deliver and exceed required results identifying and overcoming obstacles and taking responsibility for the outcome while respecting our values.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed. Valaris is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment to all individuals regardless of race color religion sex national origin agedisability veteran status genetic information sexual orientation or any other non-job-related is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need such an accommodation or a religious accommodation please contact .
About Company
At Valaris, our core purpose is to provide responsible solutions that deliver energy to the world. Our purpose is the driving force that defines us as a leading organization in our industry. Our diverse fleet of ultra-deepwater drillships, versatile semisubmersibles and modern shall ... View more