Vessel Operator

The position has been established for the purpose of supporting the Marine Operations Team. The candidate will be joining a current team of experienced personnel to enhance the capacity and capability of the Division, in light of the ever-increasing workload. The general scope of this team is the marine operation, compliance of the fleet with ISM/ISPS/MLC requirements and crew management. The scope is quite broad, and due to the operational peculiarity of the fleet (cable installation, subsea work, project work), it is quite different from operations in conventional blue-water shipping.Responsibilities:Marine Operations:Assists in the vessel operation, such as:Agent selection and nomination; Checks PDAsChecks final disbursement accounts (FDA)Communicates with all parties concerned for the correction and approval of sameCommunicates with vessel, agents and third parties relating to vessel movementAssists in the preparation of vessels for employments, departures, arrivals etc.; Attendance onboard if/when requiredAssists in the checking of compliance of vessel with future and potential project/employment demands, and identifying methods and solutions for fulfillmentAttendance onboard for the performance of:Vessel internal inspectionsPreparation of reportsIdentification on non-conformities & reporting to supervisorReviews of vessels' requisitions, checks, verifies, evaluates, amends as necessary and forwards to the Supplies Team for executionFollows-up on requisitions, deliveries to the vessels, provides feedback to the Supplies Team, etcAssists in the procedures of crew rotation, evaluation, training, certification, etcBuilds up and maintains files for the departmentObserves departmental budgetsAssists in the preparation of vessels for DP Annual Audits and FMEAAttendance onboard if/when required to support Master and coordinate accordinglyRegulatory Compliance:Identification of problems and non-conformitiesProvides suggestions for amendments if neededAttendance onboard during Class Surveys (occasional or scheduled) and liaising with Surveyors and other involved parties for the expediting and facilitation of samePreparation for and attendance onboard during vessel DryDocking (DD), project mobilization and demobilization, chartering On-Hire and Off-Hire inspectionsInter-departmental Communication:Communicates with vessels' crew members; Provides feedback to Crew ManagerReports to Supervisor, Technical Management, General Management, as the case may beCooperates with the Supplies Team for the procurement of required services, equipment, materials and feedback on qualityCooperates with Commercial/Engineering departmentExternal communication:Communicates with service providers and suppliersCommunicates with third-party surveyors and other inspectorsCommunicates with client/charterer representativesRequirementsDegree in Shipping (BSc or equivalent) and/or formal training in operation of vessels, such as Master's diplomaMinimum of 5 years' experience in a similar position or actual sea-going experience as a Vessel MasterConversant with Electronic Planned Maintenance Systems (e.g., DANAOS, AMOS-D, TM-Master, etc.)Conversant with the ISM, STCW and ISPS CodesGeneral knowledge of Classification, SOLAS Convention, MARPOL Convention and other pertinent IMO rules and guidelines is necessaryClear and effective oral and written communication skills in English languageProficient knowledge of Microsoft Office requiredBenefitsPrivate Health InsuranceCompany Bus from central spotsFast-paced environmentSpecialization in a niche marketCompetitive compensationContinuous development opportunitiesThis job description is intended to convey information essential to understand the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties and responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. All the above are illustrative duties and the post holder will be expected to become involved in a range of work to enable the team to respond effectively to the requirements of the Company. We are an equal opportunities employer. We are determined that no job applicant or employee receives less favorable treatment on the grounds of sex, pregnancy or maternity, gender re-assignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, age, race, or disability. All information will remain confidential to the Company and will be handled in accordance with the requirements of the Personal Data Protection legislation