1st Officer

The 1st Officer is a Licensed Bridge watch keeper (Officer On Watch or OOW) who when on duty represents the Master for all navigational and watch keeping issues.

• Reporting to Master and Staff Captain;
• Keeping watch on the Bridge for the safe conduction of ship operations;
• Attending landing and departure maneuvering;
• Ensuring that all navigational equipments are in proper working condition;
• Being responsible for the voyage planning and nautical charts;
• Updating Official Log Books and Registers;
• Cooperating with the Staff Captain for technical inspection;
• Participating in safety drills and assisting the Safety Officer in Crew training, maintenance and check of safety equipment;
• Attending tender service when required by the itinerary;
• Mentoring and developing the education of Junior Officers and Ratings.

Job Requirements

• Diploma from an accredited maritime training school or facility;
• Certificate of Competency IMO II/2 plus all required STCW certificates;
• At least 12 months experience as 1st OOW;
• Experience as OOW on Cruise Vessels is an advantage;
• Good written, spoken and technical English;
• Computer literacy;
• Being committed to Safety;
• Respecting and applying Company Values being an example for others.