CHIEF MATE/CHIEF OFFICER

The Isles of Scilly Steamship Group is unique in the UK in terms of its breadth of transport operations including commercial airline, airport and shipping services, providing lifeline links for both passengers and freight between the Isles of Scilly and the mainland.

Duties include:

• To perform the role of Chief Officer onboard company vessels as required by the company.
• Implement, manage and maintain the Safety, Security and Environmental policies of the Company in accordance with the SMS.
• Deputise for the vessels Master.
• Undertake duties as assigned by the vessel Master.
• Mentor and encourage direct reports and cadets and foster a good working relationship amongst vessel departments and wider stakeholders.
• Promote vessel and company values positively to all staff, passengers and customers.
• Comply with and contribute positively to improving the companies Safety Management Systems.
• Manage navigational and cargo related emergencies in line with the safety management system, as well as all applicable international & local rules/regulations.
• Perform the role of Safety Officer.
• Apply relevant and company health and safety practices for effective prevention of injuries and accidents onboard.
• Actively promote a positive safety culture including participation in company hazard identification, risk management and behavioural safety schemes.Responsibility to ensure vessel performs cargo and passenger transfer operations within company and terminal/port authorities’ requirements and optimise turnaround time in port, including facilitating efficient operations within the passenger and freight handling departments of the company.
• Responsible for maintaining ships security procedures.
• Ensure vessel is maintained in a state of readiness for external inspections so as to obtain the necessary trading approval and keep observations within acceptable limits.
• Ensure vessel is maintained to satisfy the requirements of Flag State and Port State Control.
• Manage the shipboard resources for maintaining efficient operations and discipline on board.
• Ensure all deck and associated ship structure/fittings are tested and maintained appropriately.
• Ensure readiness for operation of vessels LSA and FFE systems and equipment.
• Operate, test and maintain all cargo related equipment and systems. Machinery malfunctions and repairs are to be reported to the engineering department for action.
• Maintain vessel’s stability as per the requirements of IMO minimum stability criteria.
• Carry out navigational watchkeeping duties and ship handling skills to the requirements of international regulations.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Chief Mate < 3000 tonnes GT