2nd Officer (Junior DP Operator)

Linked4HR Human Resources Consultancies LLC; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime consulting firm is seeking a 2nd Officer (Junior DP Operator) with at least 1 year of offshore vessel experience. Responsibilities include assisting in navigation and DP operations on an AHTS vessel. The ideal candidate must hold a valid DP Operators Certificate and possess strong ship handling skills. Commitment to safety and teamwork is essential in this role based in Kuwait.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience on AHTS or Offshore Support Vessels.
• Valid Dynamic Positioning Operators Certificate with 6 months DP experience.
• At least 50 hours on the vessel's DP system.

Responsibilities

• Assist in navigation under senior officers' direction.
• Support dynamic positioning operations during offshore activities.
• Participate in anchor handling and towing operations.

Skills

Strong ship handling skills

Navigational skills

Teamwork

Communication abilities

Education

Certificate of Competency (CoC): STCW II/1 OICNW (Unlimited)

Valid H2S/BA certificate

HUET certification

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated 2nd Officer (Junior DP Operator) to join onboard an Anchor Handling, Towing, and Supply (AHTS) vessel. The ideal candidate will be a competent ship handler with offshore vessel experience, assisting senior officers in navigation, DP operations, and deck supervision while maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in safe navigation of the vessel under the direction of senior officers.


• Act as Junior DP Operator, supporting dynamic positioning operations during offshore activities.


• Participate in anchor handling, towing, and supply operations in compliance with company and industry standards.


• Assist with deck operations, crew supervision, and watchkeeping duties.


• Conduct risk assessments and support the implementation of HSSE practices onboard.


• Maintain navigational and DP equipment in proper working order.


• Ensure compliance with all statutory, company, and charterer requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience on AHTS or Offshore Support Vessels.


• Must have a valid Dynamic Positioning Operators Certificate, with:
  
  
  
  • Minimum 6 months DP experience, and
  
  
  • At least 50 hours on the vessel's DP system.
  
  
  
  


• Must have the below listed certificates:
  
  
  
  • a) Certificate of Competency (CoC): STCW II/1 OICNW (Unlimited).
  
  
  • b) Valid H2S/BA certificate.
  
  
  • c) Valid HUET (OPITO Approved) certification.
  
  
  • d) Valid STCW certificates (Firefighting, First Aid, and Sea Survival).
  
  
  • e) T-BOSIET (Tropical Basic Safety Induction Emergency Training OPITO Approved).
  
  
  
  


• Strong ship handling and navigational skills.


• Familiarity with offshore supply and AHTS operations.


• Good teamwork and communication abilities in a multicultural environment.


• Commitment to professional growth and maintaining high safety standards.