Tanker Third Mate

The Third Officer is responsible for: 

·       Compliance with the Company’s MS requirements related to the position;

·      The safekeeping of a navigation watch when the vessel is at sea or as delegated by the Master;

·       At sea, outside his watch, the maintenance and upkeep of deck and engine room, life-saving, fire-fighting and safety equipment, with particular emphasis to the following

All safety equipment is positioned according to the ship-approved Safety Plan;

o   All lifeboats and associated equipment, including life rafts, are maintained to the Company’s standard;

o   Expiry and renewal dates are noted, logged, and acted upon when due;

o   Fire extinguishers are maintained, tested and kept charged at all times.  Fire extinguishers that have been discharged will be recharged promptly.

·      Updating of Muster Lists, Station Bills and individuals’ Station Bills / Bunk Cards
as instructed by the Master.

·      The assisting of 2nd Officer with chart and publication corrections as designated by the Master.

The Third Officer shall co-operate with Master in maintaining an environment that is safe and without risk to health in accordance with the objectives of the Company’s Health Safety, Quality and Environmental policies.
 
The Third Officer must also have a working knowledge of the requirements in the Company’s VRP, SMPEP, Waste Management guidelines, Ballast Water Management Plan and Vessel Security Plan.