2nd Officer

Astor Shipmanagement

Manila

On-site

PHP 600,000 - 900,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Astor Shipmanagement is seeking a 2nd Officer for the Manila location on a contract/temporary basis. The role focuses on safe navigation, cargo and ballast operations, and compliance with SOLAS, MARPOL, and flag state regulations.

You will prepare passage plans, monitor bridge operations, and support environmental and safety standards while maintaining crew health records and medical inventories onboard.

Qualifications

2nd Officer requires strong grasp of SOLAS, MARPOL, and flag state regulations; proficiency in bridge operations, watchkeeping, and emergency procedures.

Responsibilities

Prepare passage plans and oversee safe navigation during watch.
Execute cargo and ballast operations and maintain bridge and GMDSS equipment.
Implement waste management and manage medicine inventory and crew health records.

Job description

Job Description:

2nd Officer

Application Deadline: 30 October 2026

Department: OMM Bulkers

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: 88 Aces Maritime Services Inc., Manila

Reporting To: SCB

Description

Thank you for considering a career with us, and we look forward to welcoming you aboard! We are an equal-opportunity employer, welcoming qualified applicants from all backgrounds. Represented by the ITF, we adhere to ILO standards, ensuring fair practices and safe conditions. Please note that we follow a merit-based recruitment process and never charge fees for job offers.

Role Purpose: Ensure safe navigation and cargo operations in compliance with regulations, supporting environmental protection, operational efficiency, and high safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare passage plans, oversee safe navigation during watch, execute cargo and ballast operations, maintain bridge and GMDSS equipment, implement waste management, and manage medicine inventory and crew health records.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

The 2nd Officer should have a strong grasp of company policies, SOLAS, MARPOL, and flag state regulations. Essential knowledge includes bridge operations, risk assessment, emergency procedures, cargo and ballast operations, and Medical Officer duties. Proficiency in watchkeeping, passage planning, bridge equipment maintenance, and waste management practices is required. Clear communication and adaptability to modern technology are essential.

Experience: Demonstrates leadership behaviors and reliability as an effective bridge team member, with proficiency in watchkeeping, voyage planning, and bridge equipment maintenance. Consistently supports cargo and ballast operations while understanding the importance of environmental regulation compliance.

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