RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to and working closely with the Chief Engineer. Specific responsibilities are, but not limited to, the following:
- Make himself fully conversant with the layout and parameters of the vessel and familiarize himself with the type of anchor winch on board including its operational requirements, general maintenance, safety features and procedures.
- Comply with the instructions given by the Chief Engineer pertaining to daily and operational requirements.
- Carry out routine general maintenance of winches under the assistance and supervision of barge engineers as per computer-based Inventory and Maintenance software TM Master and must maintain an accurate & updated log.
- Report any defects to the Chief Engineer for further actions as deemed necessary.
- Operate and control winches efficiently and as per the direction given by the Barge Master whenever required.
- Assist the engineers in maintaining high standards of housekeeping in all areas of engine department such as engine room, machinery spaces, store rooms and others.
- Perform lubricating, greasing and cleaning of machineries, stripping & cleaning of engine room bilges, under the direction and supervision of the engineers.
- Participates in JSA/Risk Assessment and Toolbox talks.
- Acts as a member of the emergency team as dictated in the Muster List.
- Comply with E/R standing orders.
- Familiarize himself with the vessel’s Safety Management System (SMS) and emergency procedures in particular his own assigned emergency duties in that respect.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum Age of 20 years
- Passport with at least 12 months validity
- Valid Seaman’s Identification and Record Book
- Drug and Alcohol Certificate
- Yellow Fever Certification and Chicken Pox Vaccination
- Covid 19 Vaccination (Full doze)
- OPITO accredited BOSIET /HUET
- Medical with Dental Fitness Certificate issued as per ILO/MLC/STCW 2010 as amended
- Basic Safety Training (STCW A-VI/1-1, A-VI/1-2, A-VI/1-3, A-VI/1-4)
- Ship Security Awareness (STCW Reg-VI/6.2 and Section A-VI/6.4)
- Seafarers with designated security duties (STCW VI/6.5 and Section A-VI/6.6)
- ISL Internal Winch Operator Training (Where applicable)
- At least 2 years’ experience as an offshore winch operator on an Accommodation Barge or Vessel
- Excellent command of the English Language
- Must be able to work under pressure and with tight deadlines