Vessel Control System Operator - Officer of the Watch

This position reports to the Area Manager-Vessel. While the FPSO is connected to the mooring system you will oversee control systems in the central control room.

While the FPSO is disconnected from its moorings, you will maintain a navigational bridge watch. During the first six months, the main focus will be learning the deck layout and permit system to create a foundation to assist with a smooth transition into the role.

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• Monitor and control various FPSO systems
• Operate the thruster assisted positioning mooring system and ensure stability criteria is met using NAPA software
• Conduct cargo calculations, ensuring required data is documented
• Responsible for cargo and ballast operations, along with distribution and control of inert gas to cargo and ballast tanks
• Perform crude oil washing operations
• Oversee shuttle tanker operators during cargo transfers
• Observe collision avoidance procedures (. radar monitoring) and maintain awareness and control of field traffic movements
• Operate control center room telecommunications with standby vessels, shuttle tankers, vessel operators, crane operators, and maintenance crews

Other Key Details :

• This position has been identified as safety sensitive
• The shift schedule is a 21 days on / 21 days off rotation
• You will work 12-hour shifts in a harsh offshore environment on a moving facility
• Prior to offshore travel, you will satisfy and maintain mandatory industry training standards
• Qualified residents of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador will be given first consideration in the staffing of this position
• Pay rate in accordance with Appendix E of the Collective Agreement between Terra Nova Employers’ Organization and Unifor Local 2121
• This position will remain open for applicants until March 31st, 2024
• Marine and offshore industry experience; Preferably 3-5 years related experience
• Familiar with computerized maintenance management systems such as SAP S4
• Effective communication skills (written, oral and computer)
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork behaviors
• Ability to understand and react with diverse groups and operations and work closely with other individuals in a remote setting
• Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) Certificate of Proficiency
• Watch Keeping Mate (WKM) Certification
• Oil Tanker Endorsement Level 2
• Dynamic Positioning Training
• General Operators Certificate for Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)
• Able to complete / clear an offshore medical and drug and alcohol testing

For this position, the following training / certifications would be considered and asset :

• Basic Survival Training (BST) including HUET and HUEBA
• Advanced Rigging, Slinging, and Banksman
• Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) Alive
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS 2015)
• Offshore Safety Regulatory Awareness
• Fall Protection
• Confined Space Entry
• Emergency First Aid

When submitting your application to Wood please upload all your relevant Certifications.