Second Officer – Offshore

Ittelecom; Canada; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

IT International Telecom Canada Inc. is seeking an experienced Second Officer for offshore operations aboard our vessel fleet. The role requires offshore experience, strong navigation oversight, and compliance with international maritime safety standards.

The successful candidate will lead vessel safety tasks, maintain navigational accuracy, and collaborate with crew across nationalities while upholding the company’s high engineering and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in navigation and safety operations on a vessel.
• Familiarity with shipboard safety protocols and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Attending to safe navigation, and monitoring the vessel’s performance.
• Conducting the shipboard Familiarization Program, if appointed
• Acting as Safety Officer, if appointed
• Inspecting and maintaining navigational aids, including radio equipment (ie: GMDSS)
• Preparing passage plans, reports and logs, and updating charts and publications
• Keeping detailed records of changes and updates
• Operating work boats, if appointed
• Other tasks as assigned by the Master, OIM, or Chief Officer
• Doing navigation, maneuvering and cable operation checks
• Reporting defects or irregularities to the Master or Chief Officer immediately
• Understanding and implementing the Safety Management System
• According to rank, understanding international and national regulations, codes and guidelines, Company policies and instructions on emergency duties
• Implementing the HSE plan at the team level
• At least 2 years experience in rank and on similar type of vessel
• Ability to work with different nations and respectful of different cultures

Skills

Safe navigation

GMDSS knowledge

Safety management

Education

Certificate of Competency Watchkeeping Mate (STCE II/I)

Marine medical certificate

STCW Safety Training (Vasic Safety, Survival Craft, Advanced Firefighting)

Marine Advanced First Aid or Marine Medical Care

Ship Security Officer & BRM

Valid passport for international travel

Dental care

Disability insurance

Extended health care

Paid time off

Tools

GMDSS equipment

Job description

IT International Telecom Canada Inc. – Second Officer – Offshore experience required

Brief description of the company:

IT International Telecom Inc. is an ISO-certified marine network installer offering desktop study, marine route survey, engineering design, installation and maintenance services for submarine cable systems worldwide.

As an organization independent of any carrier or manufacturer, IT is in the unique position to collaborate with customers, providing them with cost-effective and ideal technical solutions for each project. Above all, IT delivers quality solutions based on proven engineering and installation techniques.

IT was formed in 1995 and for over 20 years has been recognized as one of the worlds’ finest marine system providers. IT is proud to have many repeat clients that are all based on proven engineering techniques and quality of service.

With projects successfully completed in more than 65 countries and counting, IT International Telecom is committed to delivering innovative, high-quality technical solutions at competitive prices. We continuously adapt to the evolving demands, conditions, and challenges of subsea projects to provide our clients with reliable and efficient services.

Reporting to the Master, we are seeking an experienced Second Officer to join one of our vessels. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team and work in a professional environment that promotes continuous learning, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Attending to safe navigation, and monitoring the vessel’s performance
• Conducting the shipboard Familiarization Program, if appointed
• Acting as Safety Officer, if appointed
• Inspecting and maintaining, navigational aids, including radio equipment (ie: GMDSS)
• Preparing passage plans, reports and logs, and updating charts and publications
• Keeping detailed records of changes and updates
• Operating work boats, if appointed
• Other tasks as assigned by the Master, OIM, or Chief Officer
• Doing navigation, maneuvering and cable operation checks
• Reporting defects or irregularities to the Master of Chief Officer immediately
• Understanding and implementing the Safety Management System
• According to rank, understanding international and national regulations, codes and guidelines, Company policies and instructions on emergency duties
• Implementing the HSE plan at the team level
• At least 2 years experience in rank and on similar type of vessel
• Ability to work with different nations and respectful of different cultures

Required Certificates:

• Certificate of Competency Watchkeeping Mate (STCE II/I)
• Valid marine medical, with no limitations
• STCW Safety Training (Vasic Safety, Survival Craft, Advanced Firefighting)
• Marine Advanced First Aid or Marine Medical Care
• Ship Security Officer & Bridge Resource Management, considered an asset
• Valid passport - Interested and available for national and international travel.
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.