Bosun

SCOPE OF WORK

Under the authority of the Mooring Master / Pilot, has to supervise the deck crew of the vessel. Is involved in the planning, scheduling and assigning of work to the deck crew on ship.

• Plans the daily work schedule and give task to the deck crew. Check the work if it complies with the approved operating procedures.
• Assists in the planned maintenance routines of Life Saving Appliances, Fire Fighting equipment and other marine equipment Establish.
• Maintains a Bosun’s store/workshop for use in the completion of Bosun’s duties.
• Assists in the issue, control and inventory of lifting equipment.
• Ensures lifting equipment is checked before issue and is fit for purpose.
• Manages quarantined lifting equipment as per company procedure.
• Establishes and controls stock levels of marine consumables and equipment within the Bosun store.
• Maintains the vessels mooring equipment in a state of readiness and assist in mooring operations and preparations.
• Assists in the general upkeep of the vessel.

SKILLS & BACKGROUND

Work experience

• Has a minimum of sixty (60) months on-board service as rating (AB/Oiler or above) on board a seagoing AFRAMAX tankers or larger
• Previous experience on FSO/FPSO or crude oil terminals

Technical skills

• Be familiar with tanker operations (crude oil)
• Be familiar with the basic operation of terminal tugs
• Be familiar with operation of cranes/derricks and have knowledge on lifting equipment and their factors of safety

Certifications

• Valid IMO STCW 95 rating certificate for Bosun
• Valid rating’s certificate to perform duties on oil tankers
• Accredited certificate for testing gas in enclosed spaces
• BST/HUET or BOSIET

Languages

Fluent spoken and written English