Chief Officer (Senior DPO) - SOV

The company currently has vacancies for a Chief Officer in its SOV fleet.

Immediate start date (latest 27/05/2025). 4 weeks on/off rotation. Permanent contract.

Candidates must hold a minimum Chief Officer CoC and DPO certificate. Previous experience on SOV vessels is preferred.

In return, we offer a competitive salary, 28 days on/off rotation, contributory pension scheme, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

Chief Officer Responsibilities

• Deputising for the Master in their absence on board.
• Safe navigation of the vessel during watch hours.
• Ensuring the safe and efficient running of the Deck Department (role may be delegated on certain ship classes).
• Managing vessel stability during cargo operations and ship management.
• Liaising with client management onboard regarding cargo and vessel operations.
• Assigning duties to crew members.
• Maintaining marine safety equipment.
• Coordinating firefighting responses and overseeing internal firefighting activities onboard as required.
• Conducting vessel inspections per Safety Inspection Programme and reporting defects to the Chief Engineer.
• Investigating accidents, incidents, or near misses, and reporting findings to the Master and QHSE Department.
• Acting as Shipboard Safety Officer (may be delegated depending on ship class).
• Promoting and implementing the company's Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental policies.
• Fostering inter-departmental communication.