RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to and working closely with the Chief Officer (Deck). Specific responsibilities are, but not limited to, the following:
1. Be fully conversant with the layout and parameters of the vessel and familiarize himself with the type of crane and Telescopic Gangway (if installed) on board including its operational requirements, Safe Working Load (SWL), general maintenance, safety features, procedures, etc.
2. Comply with the instructions given by Chief Officer (Deck) pertaining to daily and operational requirements and lifting operations.
3. Carry out safety checks on the crane & telescopic gangway before and after lifting operation and must maintain an accurate & updated log.
4. Ensure that the load is known and within the SWL of crane prior to starting lifting operations. No cargo / material should be lifted if deemed unsafe (improper slinging, bad weather, beyond SWL, etc).
5. Ensure that the site area is clear of unauthorized personnel and barricaded prior to starting the crane and telescopic gangway.
6. Assist the engineers in crane and telescopic gangway maintenance and report any defects to the engineers on time for repairs.
7. Participates in JSA/Risk Assessment and Toolbox talks.
8. Assist and perform, as directed by the Bosun with permission with Chief Officer (Deck), this includes painting/chipping and cup brushing of the main deck and accommodation structure.
9. Acts as a member of the emergency team as dictated in the Muster List.
10. Responsible for the safety and welfare of seafarer deck including observing PPE compliance on-board.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Minimum Age of 20 years
2. Passport with at least 12 months validity
3. Valid Seaman’s Identification and Record Book
4. Drug and Alcohol Certificate
5. Yellow Fever Certification and Chicken Pox Vaccination
6. OPITO accredited BOSIET /HUET
7. Medical with Dental Fitness Certificate issued as per ILO/MLC/STCW 2010 as amended
8. Basic Safety Training (STCW A-VI/1-1, A-VI/1-2, A-VI/1-3, A-VI/1-4)
9. Ship Security Awareness (STCW Reg-VI/6.2 and Section A-VI/6.4)
10. Seafarers with designated security duties (STCW VI/6.5 and Section A-VI/6.6)
11. Recognized Crane Operator License (Unsupervised) (Where applicable)
12. ISL Internal Gangway Training (Where applicable)
13. At least 5 years’ experience as an offshore crane operator on an Accommodation Barge or Vessel
14. At least 2 years’ experience as a Gangway Operator (if required for the vessel)
15. Excellent command of the English Language
16. Must be able to work under pressure and with tight deadlines