Chief Mate: Safe Vessel Command in Alaskan Waters

North Star Fishing Company; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Room and Board

401K

Health/Dental benefits

Job summary

North Star Fishing Company seeks an experienced Mate to oversee safe vessel operations and crew conduct on the factory trawler. The role reports to the Master and may command in the Master's absence for a defined period.

Qualifications include a Coast Guard Uninspected Fishing Vessel license (1600 GT on Unimak) and at least 3 years fishing experience, preferably on H&G vessels in Alaskan waters. Strong English and safety leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Coast Guard License (Uninspected Fishing Industry Vessel) 1600 GT on Unimak required.
• Minimum 3 years fishing experience, Alaska waters preferred.
• Ability to work 12 hours/day, 7 days a week in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe operation of the factory trawler and the entire vessel crew, under direction of the master.
• Safely navigates and maneuvers the vessel using navigational charts, standard navigational aids and electronic bridge equipment including plotters, radar, radios, depth finders and sonar. Ensures compliance with COLREGS and Coast Guard Commercial Fishing Vessel requirements.
• Directs fishing operations at night using knowledge of fishing grounds and workload capacities of vessel and crew. Records daily activities in ship's log.
• Overall responsibility for implementation and support of all company safety and environmental policies and procedures in accordance with the Safety Management System. Provides direct supervision of all medical and safety activities on board in person or by delegation to other ships officers.
• Conducts Safety Drills, Safety Orientation, ensures compliance with all safety regulations and maintains related record keeping. Acts as Safety Officer onboard, prepares and maintains station bill details.
• Completes and documents Safety/Equipment checks monthly, orders navigational publications, charts & updates local notice to mariners.
• Acts as Fire Team Leader and coordinates Fire drills

Skills

English proficiency

Safety mindset

Crew leadership

Education

Coast Guard License (Uninspected Fishing Industry Vessel) 1600 GT on Unimak

Tools

Navigational charts

Radar

Sonar

Job description

North Star Fishing Company seeks an experienced Mate to oversee safe vessel operations and crew conduct on the factory trawler. The role reports to the Master and may command in the Master's absence for a defined period.

Qualifications include a Coast Guard Uninspected Fishing Vessel license (1600 GT on Unimak) and at least 3 years fishing experience, preferably on H&G vessels in Alaskan waters. Strong English and safety leadership are essential.