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A CAREER WITH SENTINEL MARINE
Chief Officer
Sentinel Marine is currently offering exciting Chief Officer Vacancies for qualified professionals seeking a rewarding career in the maritime industry. As a Chief Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the vessel, including managing the deck crew, ensuring the safety and security of the vessel, and ensuring compliance with maritime regulations.
This leadership role also includes overseeing cargo operations, maintenance of the ship’s deck equipment, and coordinating navigation and safety drills. Sentinel Marine is looking for experienced and motivated individuals to fill these Chief Officer Vacancies, providing an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a progressive and safety-focused company.
JOB TITLE:
- Chief Officer
REPORT TO:
- The Ships Master
AUTHORITY:
- To assume command of the vessel in the absence of the appointed Master.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Be medically fit, competent, and qualified in accordance with international standards to S.T.C.W., or other pertinent regulations, including the Company’s own requirements, to meet the expectations of Chief Officer Vacancies, and be fully conversant with the S.M.S.
- Responsible for his own watch and organisation of the deck department, a key responsibility as a Chief Officer
- Supervise safety and vessel familiarization for all ship’s personnel new to the vessel, as directed by the Ship’s Master, central to Chief Officer Vacancies.
- Manage cargo calculations based on ullages, deadweight scale, and the equipment on board to determine trim and stability in port and while handling cargo on location
- Supervise loading, unloading, and ballasting operations
- Stand navigation, port, and anchor watches as per the agreed watch rotation, a critical aspect of any Chief Officer Vacancies.
- To manage and update the Planned Maintenance System
- To take inventory of the existing equipment as installed on board the vessel, in order to compile a maintenance plan for this equipment.
- To maintain defects register and prepare requisitions for spares required.To assist the Ships Master with the performance appraisal of Deck Ratings on board.
- To prepare a hand over report for the relieving Chief Officer and discuss details.
- Execute measures to prevent and/or reduce pollution to the environment.
- To carry out all duties of the designated Safety Officer on board. See separate Job Description
- To monitor inspection of all equipment contained within the Safety Equipment Record Book
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Our Team at Sentinel Marine
At Sentinel Marine, we are committed to building a truly diverse and inclusive organisation where individuals from all backgrounds, skills, and perspectives are valued. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the stronger and more innovative we become as a team.