Radio Operator Purser

Engineering Oil & Gas Company is looking for a Radio Operator Purser

• International
• Namibia ​ Mission
• Operate and maintain all radio and communication equipment onboard and ensure mandatory provisions, relating to its operation (as laid down in the radio regulations), are adhered
• Assure efficient co-ordination of personnel tracking system and administration of personnel matters on board, if required Tasks
• Report to Master/OIM, ensure compliance with the radio watchkeeping requirements of SOLAS, International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and Global Maritime Distress Satellite System (GMDSS) regulations
• Maintain a continuous watch on the dedicated distress, urgency and safety communications, receive weather forecast bulletins and meteorological warnings and other Maritime Safety Information, inform the Master/OIM as soon as a distress, urgency or safety communication is received, communicate with helicopter services and maintain radio contact with all helicopters intending to land or depart from the vessel, as required
• Maintain the radio log-book, ensure all outgoing correspondence is approved by Master (General and Marine), Chief Engineer (Technical) and Superintendent (Projects), log incoming and outing correspondence and arrange distribution accordingly, log/arrange/distribute incoming and outgoing mail as per standing instructions issued by Master
• Organize Radio communications and, where required, vessel personnel administration system Qualifications
• Knowledge of English
• All STCW 95(and amendments) required certificates:
• National certificate of competence and endorsement Reg. IV/2
• Medical Fitness Reg. I/9
• Completion of all training and certifications requirements as described in the Training Matrix Experience, unless different expressed in recruitment criteria
• Three (3) years’ experience in offshore vessel administration
• Three (3) years’ experience as a radio operator ​ Requirements All STCW 95(and amendments) required certificates:
• National certificate of competence and endorsement Reg. IV/2 Languages: English Language skills required Benefits Vessel / flag : S12000 Location: International
• Namibia Position: 446009L2 Radio Operator Purser x 2 Contract start: TBC (asap) Contract duration: 12 months (renewable) Work/leave cycle: 28 days on duty – 28 days off duty Salary: To be confirmed ​ Working hours: 12 hours a day / 84 hours a week (12X7) Accommodation: On Board Insurances: Provided by the Company Flights: Provided by the Company