3RD MATE

About the role

The 3rd Mate assists the Master and Chief Officer in safe navigation and vessel operations, maintaining navigational equipment, charts, publications, and records while conducting bridge watchkeeping in accordance with COLREGs, STCW, and company procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Master and Chief Officer in safe navigation and vessel operations
• Maintain navigational equipment, charts, publications, and records
• Conduct bridge watchkeeping in accordance with COLREGs, STCW, and company procedures
• Assist in GMDSS, safety, emergency, and security duties
• Conduct inspections and drills and ensure lifesaving and firefighting equipment are operational
• Support cargo, mooring, anchoring, and other deck operations as assigned
• Maintain accurate and timely reports, logs, and documentation
• Communicate effectively with the bridge team, deck crew, and shore management
• Promptly report hazards, defects, incidents, and non-conformities

About you

• Strong navigation and seamanship skills
• High level of safety consciousness and attention to detail
• Physically fit, dependable, adaptable, and capable of working under pressure
• Professional leadership, teamwork, and communication skills
• Sound judgment, vigilance, discipline, and situational awareness
• Strict compliance with SMS, ISM Code, SOLAS, MARPOL, and company policies