Duties & Responsibilities

To be Commander of the vessel up to 3000 GRT;

ii.To be representative of the owner of the vessel;

iii.To prepare and submit timely voyage reports;

iv.To navigate the vessel using a range of satellite, radar systems and other relevant equipment;

v.To check weather and navigation reports and recommend for appropriate actions;

vi.To ensure crew and officers are able to carry out all procedures, systems, testing, trainings, induction, familiarization, orientation and drills as required;

vii.To maintain discipline onboard;

viii.To supervise all personnel in the vessel;

ix.To inspect the entire vessel at least once during each shift or designates the first officer to do so;

x.To train crew in normal and emergency operations;

xi.To prepare and submit timely reports of vessel accident and damage;

xii.To manage ship communication systems;

xiii.To maintain vessel operational records;

xiv.To keep up to date with developments in maritime legal, commercial and political matters;

xv.To be responsible for the amount of luggage and number of passengers together with the revenue accruing from them; and

xvi.To perform any other duties as may be assigned by the superior.

Qualifications

Holder of Certificate of Competence for Chief Mate on ships up to 3000 GRT (Reg. II/2.3). Must have at least eight (8) years of working experience as OINW on ships of 500 GRT or more. 

•Bachelor Degree in Marine Transportation, Maritime Transport and Nautical Science will be an added advantage or equivalent qualification from recognized institutions.

Remuneration

MSCS 7