Second Deck Officer

JOB PURPOSE

The Second Officer performs his assigned bridge watch-standing and navigational duties.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Executes the correct performance of his assigned bridge watch-standing and navigational duties;
• Ensures the application of the company policy on board regarding the health and hygiene for crew and passengers;
• Supports Captain, Staff Captain or Chief Mate in all technical matter of the Ship;
• Supports or relieves the Chief Mate in case of emergency;
• Is responsible for the cadet training during his navigational watch;
• Is responsible for the weekly sanitation inspections in the Provision Room;
• Is responsible for the control of water supply from shore or barges;
• Supervises the Integrated Pest Control program;
• Cooperates with the Safety Officer for the safety familiarization of the crew;
• Participates in cabin inspections of Ship personnel when required by the Staff Captain;
• Attends all cocktail parties and social and entertaining functions where his presence is required by the Master.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Fluent English, oral and written. Any additional language is considered an advantage;
• Certificate of Competency IMO STCW Cap II/2;
• Extensive successful experience in a similar position within Cargo or Other Cruise Company;
• Basic Windows-based programs knowledge;
• Sound supervisory skills;
• Proven ability to work in a harmonious productive team environment, exercising authority, diplomacy, and impartiality;
• Substantial interpersonal, oral, written communication and negotiation skills;
• A recognised medical certification is required before starting to work onboard.

VISA REQUIREMENTS

• USA VISA if in possess