VACANCY

Primary Responsibilities

Here’s a non-exhaustive list of common tasks Deck Officers are required to complete.

• Performing navigation duties:
  • Using navigation equipment on board the ship; and
  • Maintaining navigational charts and ship logs updated.
• Performing port cargo operations, such as cargo planning and inventory.
• Maintaining the cargo loading and unloading machinery.
• Maintaining the ship’s hull and accommodations:
  • Keeping the ship clean and the accommodations organized; and
  • supervising that the life saving and fire fighting equipment are in mint condition.
• Overseeing coordination between departments:
  • Making sure all departments have their tasks clear; and
  • Taking part in conflict-solving actions.
• Supervising the proper disposal of garbage on deck:
  • Collecting all the garbage on deck and quarters;
  • properly storing said garbage in the designated areas; and
  • Disposing of the garbage when port is reached.
• Supervising supply restocking when at port:
  • Looking after overtime, cost control, purchase orders, and requisition orders with shore management.

Daily Tasks

• Going over daily security checklists.
• Checking that all security equipment is in good condition.
• Cleaning the deck, hull, and accommodation areas of the ship.
• Performing cargo operations.
• Using navigational equipment to plan navigational charts and routes.
• Guiding the ship through canals, rivers, and other hazardous waters.
• Overseeing and coordinating activities on deck.