Officer of the Watch (Deck) – DPO

Job Description

Uniterm Nigeria Limited

Job Summary

• The Facilities Coordinator has the authority to stop ANY activity on the grounds of immediate safety, environmental hazards.
• The Facilities Coordinator co-ordinates with any persons necessary for the safe and efficient operation of the vessel.

Responsibilities

• The keeping of a safe port / cargo watch as Watch Officer as directed by the Master/Chief Officer.
• Ensuring that all cargo is secured, and cargo transfers are organized correctly, if required by the Master/ Chief Officer.
• Ensuring that no major action will be undertaken or executed without informing the Master or Chief Officer or, where applicable, the Superintendent and Chief Engineer.
• Ensuring that all navigational equipment is functioning correctly and reporting equipment defects.
• Ensuring that all GMDSS communication equipment is functioning correctly and reporting any defects.
• Performing daily, weekly and monthly checks and maintaining the GMDSS log book.
• Performing emergency duties in accordance with the vessel’s Muster List/Station Bill