2ND OFFICER

2nd Officer for Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger

• Responsible for safe navigational watchkeeping and assisting the Master in the safe operation of the TSHD.
• Maintain proper lookout and conduct navigation in accordance with COLREGs, company procedures and Master’s standing orders.
• Operate and monitor ECDIS, radar, GPS, AIS, echo sounder and other navigational equipment.
• Assist in planning and executing dredging, sailing and transit operations in coordination with the Dredge Master and bridge team.
• Monitor vessel position, depth, under-keel clearance and safe navigation during dredging and dumping operations.
• Maintain accurate deck, navigation, position and dredging-related records and logbooks.
• Assist the Master during port entry/exit, berthing, unberthing, anchoring and restricted-water navigation.
• Ensure proper preparation and updating of passage plans, navigational charts, publications and relevant electronic databases.
• Conduct regular checks of bridge equipment, navigation lights, signals and safety/navigation systems.
• Assist in implementation of the vessel’s SMS, ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, COLREGs and Flag/Classification requirements.
• Support safe deck operations, including mooring, anchoring, dredging and hopper-related activities as required.
• Participate in emergency drills and take assigned responsibilities during fire, abandon-ship, grounding and other emergencies.
• Supervise and guide junior deck crew during assigned operations and maintain good housekeeping and safety standards.
• Report navigational hazards, equipment defects, near misses and unsafe conditions promptly to the Master.
• Maintain effective communication with the Dredge Master, Chief Officer, engine room and shore operations team to ensure safe and uninterrupted dredging operations.

• Licensed as officer in charge of Navigation Watch.
• Basic & Advanced STCW training
• ILO/MLC Medical fitness certificate