Master/ O.I.M.

August 26, 2025

Job Description

Stena Drilling

  • The Master/OIM has overall Command & Control of the vessel/installation in an Emergency.
  • Has overriding authority and the responsibility to make decisions, with respect to safety and pollution prevention and to request the Company’s assistance as necessary. Ensuring that the vessel/installation is operated within the confines of the ISM Code at all times.
  • Has overall responsibility for the Health, Safety and Welfare of all personnel onboard.
  • Has overall responsibility for the maintenance of good order onboard as well as discipline.
  • Has overall command and control of the vessel/installation and associated activities within the 500 meters exclusion zone of the installation, also when the vessel is under way.
  • To ensure that all personnel are aware of and work safely following Stena Drilling Policies and Procedures.
  • Acts as the mediator and representative for Stena Drilling onboard the vessel they are assigned.
  • Ensure compliance with Local Governmental requirements.
  • Ensure that the vessel/installations certification remains valid, and available, at all times.
  • Ensure that sufficient certificated personnel are onboard to satisfy the vessels Safe Manning Certificate.
  • Monitor the activities of departments under the control of the Barge Master, Chief Engineer, Senior Toolpusher, Catering Manager and all Operator and Service Company Supervisors.
  • Manage the safe efficient and effective running of the vessel/installation. Daily discuss Operational requirements with Operators Representatives, Stena Supervisors, Service Company, Onshore Rig Manager and Onshore Operator.
  • Ensure compliance with Stena Drilling Management System (SMS).
  • Ensure that Offshore Performance Appraisals and Competence Assurance scheme is conducted in accordance with Stena Drilling Policy and address all outstanding and overdue standards/elements.
  • Ensure Stena Drilling management are informed of any issues in a timely manner and investigated in line with Stena Drilling Policy.
  • Allocate tasks to Barge Master and provide adequate supervision in order to ensure that all such tasks are carried out in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Responsible and accountable for the safety of the personnel working under their direction and shall be expected to conduct operations at all times in full compliance with company procedures (SMS).
  • Identify and address any violations of procedures concerning personnel under their direction.
  • Continuous or repeated violations of policies or procedures should be highlighted and brought to the attention of the HoD/Master – OIM.
  • Review Presight data on a daily basis and promptly address overdue or failed target items.
  • Comply with the Management of Change Principle.
  • Responsibilities as SECT Owner and overall responsibility for ensuring SECT process is being managed correctly onboard the installation.
  • Review ORA’s ensuring they have appropriate and sufficient mitigations.
  • Actively participate in accident/incident investigations when required.
  • Develop and deliver measurable and demonstrable SMART objectives to your Rig Manager on an annual basis
  • Any other duties as required by the Rig Manager.

Suitable applicants should ideally have:

  • Valid UK Class 1 (Master Mariner) Certificate of Competency or entitlement to obtain UK Class 1 (Master Mariner) Certificate of Equivalent Competency
  • Previous, extensive experience as a Barge Master on DP Drilling Unit.
  • Ability to make rational decisions in high pressure situations.
  • DP certificate if serving on DP units.