R/V FALKOR (too) – Hiring Job Description – Junior Officer
Tendering:
Start date for tendering position: 20 December 2024
End date for tendering position: 10 January 2025
During the tendering time frame CVs will be collected.
Interviews for the shortlisted candidates are expected to be held in January 2025.
Start date of employment: 15 February 2025 (subject to port schedules)
What we offer:
● Position: Junior Officer
● Employment type: Permanent position
● Work Place: Research Vessel Falkor (too)– www.schmidtocean.org.
● Rotation: approximately 2 months on/off (dependent on vessel schedule).
● Paid leave: 1 day paid leave accrued per 1 day worked.
● Medical and Dental Insurance: Yes
● Flights: Economy flight from home airport to vessel and return paid by Company.
● Accommodation: As OOW ensuite single cabin
● Contract: Seafarer Employment Agreement as per Maritime Labor Convention.
● Employment Company: SPS Maritime Ltd, a Cayman Islands company.
● Training: the Company provides training based on position, vessel requirements and other factors.
● Interesting deep sea ocean science work on a 110 m length research vessel (worldwide operations).
● Ever-changing challenges in varying scientific cruises with international teams of scientists.
● High quality of life on board with a wide variety of food and recreational facilities.
● Working with an international and enthusiastic crew who have a good team spirit and positive “can do” attitude.
Job Description:
● Reports to Chief Officer and Master
● Maintain navigational watches at sea, including operation of the dynamic positioning system (Kongsberg).
● In-port security watch on rotation with other Deck Officers.
● Depending on the rotation and capabilities may act in the capacity of a Navigation and Medical Officer or Safety Officer.
● General duties include, but are not limited to, passage planning, nautical charts and publication management, testing and maintenance of bridge navigational and radio equipment, safety and fire equipment management, document management, training, operating ship’s cranes and winches.
● Acting as the designated Medical Officer when there is no Ship’s Doctor onboard. Medical duties include maintenance of the Ship’s medical chest inventory, conducting medical examinations of patients, communicating with radio medical advice as needed, maintaining medical records for crew and special personnel and ensuring sufficient COVID testing and PPE supplies.
● Other tasks, as directed by the Chief Officer or Master .
What we look for:
● Enthusiastic, safety conscious team worker who shares in the team spirit on board.
● Ability to conduct tasks independently and to a high professional standard.
● Positive attitude towards other crewmembers, scientists and guests, and an overall appreciation and support of the objectives of other shipboard departments.
● The ability to work extended hours and remain flexible, within MLC requirements, while at sea in remote locations on at-sea voyages of up to two months in duration.
● Going the “extra mile” to adapt to the special demands of a research vessel on every science cruise.
● Interest in oceanographic science and a positive attitude towards the marine environment.
● Thinking outside the box; new ideas and initiatives which are realistic and viable are always welcome.
General Requirements for all crew:
● Valid STCW95 Basic Safety Training
● Valid Seafarers Medical Fitness Certificate (ENG1 or equivalent recognised by Cayman Islands)
● Seafarer Discharge Book
● Passport
● Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
● Good communication skills, including English language speaking and comprehension
● Negative drug test result on first day of employment
● Clean background check verified prior to employment
● Acceptance of the Company’s Data Protection Policy will be required
Requirements for this position:
● STCW II/1 Officer of the Watch certificate (or higher)
● Fluent knowledge of the English language, written and spoken
● STCW95 VI/4 (2) – Medical care on board ship
● Relevant operational certificates and courses
Desirable additional skills/qualifications:
● Small boat experience/license
● STCW95 VI/2 – Fast Rescue Boat
● STCW95 VI/5 – Ship’s Security Officer
● Dynamic Positioning experience / license, preferably with Kongsberg equipment
● Previous experience on either research vessels or other offshore vessels
Interested candidates should submit a detailed cover letter expressing interest and a comprehensive resume / CV that clearly illustrates why they are the ideal candidate for the position. Submit to
jobsatsea@schmidtocean.org or falkorcrewing@schmidtocean.org
