Job Description

SVITZER is the largest global company within towage and related services. We employ over 4000 employees and have a fleet of over 500 tugs. We are part of the Denmark-based A.P. Moller/Maersk group – the world`s largest group of maritime companies.
We offer a competitive work/life balance as well as the opportunity to manage all aspects of vessel operation and ownership.
We pride ourselves on providing best in industry tools to accomplish our goals safely and to a high standard.
General Area of Responsibility:
1. The Deck Officer reports to the Master.
2. In case of emergency and the Master is not available the Deck Officer takes over the Masters responsibility as above but also according
to Emergency Response Manual
3. To perform operational duties as requested by the Master, related to all tasks of the vessel including assisting with salvage jobs.
4. To monitor maintenance and housekeeping duties on deck, in the engine room or accommodation is done in safe manner and with good
seamanship
5. Motivate the vessel crew to be familiar with requirements of, and to comply with, the safety management system.
6. Propose initiatives for raising the onboard safety level
7. Motivate and educate crew in Proactive and Near Miss Reporting and Stop Work
8. Active participation in safety training like drills onboard including delivering training to other crew members.
9. Maintain awareness of the various risk that are present in the operations of a tug (OH&S, environment, security and cyber security risk).
10. Comply with local, regional, national and international legislation.
11. Comply with the regulations of the company safety management system.
12. Induction training of visitors, employees and other persons authorized by SVITZER to access the vessel where a Master is unavailable.
Specific Area of Responsibility:
1. Point 2 and 3 in General area of responsibility to be applicable when officer has approval to sail as chief officer.
2. Assume the management and coordination of the deck department in the absence of the Chief Officer.
3. To perform operational duties as requested by the Master, related to all tasks of the vessel including assisting with Towing and salvage
jobs.
4. Active participation in safety training like drills onboard including delivering training to other crew members
5. Ensure that the vessel is equipped with latest updated Nautical Charts and Publications.
6. Responsible for checking the Safety equipment onboard, - the Fire fighting and Lifesaving equipment shall be thoroughly checked once a
month, in accordance with PMS and relevant checklist available. The condition shall be noted and any discrepancy shall be passed over
to the Chief Officer for rectifying without delay. This also includes stock of spare parts, tools and consumable for all Safety Equipment.
7. Navigation and Radio equipment, - Ensure that Navigation and Radio equipment is operable at all times. Ensure that all radio logbooks
are maintained and signed in accordance with applicable regulations.
8. Stand by mooring and towing operations, - As per master's desecration. Perform the tasks professionally in accordance with prudent
seamanship, and exercise safe work practice.
9. Deck Log Bookkeeper, - ensure that the entries made in the log are correct and cover the operation and or voyage
10. Participation in operational improvement exercises and liaison with Svitzer management regarding improved operational procedures,
leading to a culture of continuous improvement.
11. The Deck Officer reports to the master, support him in executing and implementation of HMS. As well as assist in associated operations
of ship mooring and other marine related operations.
12. Deck officer position can be considered as a trainee position in that will be filled by licensed with little experience requiring an
introduction and training to ASD tug master’s prespective. If deemed suitable for extended employment with the company, the
individual may continue to hold this position until a regular position in the Fleet is available as a master.
Required/Preferred Education and competencies:
 One year experience as deck officer preferably on ASD tugs.
 Valid Seaman Book
 Valid GMDSS & GOC
 Valid COC
 Valid Seafarer Medical Certificate.
Possession of STCW Certification (A-II/1):
 Advanced Personal Survival, Search and Rescue (STCW A-VI/1-1.1)
 Advanced Fire Fighting (STCW A-VI/3)
 ECDIS incl. Passage Planning (STCW A-I/12)
 Medical Care (STCW A-VI/4-2)
 Proficiency Survival Craft and Rescue Boat (STCW A-VI/2)
 Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (STCW A-VI/1-4)
 Radar and ARPA Simulator Trg-Management Level (STCW A-II/2)
 Basic Safety Training (STCW A-VI/1 Manila)
 Ship Security Awareness (STCW A VI/6)
 Advanced Communication
 Marine Radar And Automatic Radar Plotting Aids
 SVITZER Confidential Page 3 of 3 15/09/2019
 Prevention and Combating of Marine Pollution
 Ship Handling and Maneuvering

Building a Diverse Workplace

In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.

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Additional info

Ref. JR1863 Svitzer is a people company. Offering uninterrupted marine solutions requires not only the best equipment but also the best people. Our ambition is to attract and continuously develop the industry’s best craftsmen. Both at sea and on land - worldwide, wherever our customers do business. We are driven by skilled, professional and dedicated people and we work together as one company to provide safe, reliable and efficient services to our customers. We support and develop our people’s skills and capabilities and we care for the development of both teams and individuals. To best serve our customers, we strive to ensure the right people and the best teams for the job, every time and we believe diversity is a strength.