Offshore Maritime Radio Operator

Atwood Oceanics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Valaris is seeking a Radio Operator to operate vessel communications equipment, answer phones, and perform clerical duties as directed. The role includes handling messages between the vessel and shore bases, maintaining equipment, and keeping logs.

The position requires a high school diploma, fluent English, and basic computer skills, with responsibilities spanning emergency communications, crew changes, and coordination with helicopter traffic.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Fluent in English (oral and written).
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Receives and transmits messages between the vessel and shore bases, supply vessels, helicopters, and other stations by radio telephone.
• Operates all communication equipment in the radio room and ensures it is well maintained and operational.
• Maintains a radio listening watch on marine and aeronautical emergency frequencies.
• Maintains records/logs of all radio communications to and from the vessel and records telephone charges if possible.
• Ensures the maintenance of all electronic navigational aids where applicable.
• Tests the standby radio equipment and the radio equipment in the lifeboats weekly, including testing of the radio room batteries.
• Advises the OIM/Master of any emergency situations within the vicinity of the vessel.
• Informs the Helicopter Landing Officer and Bridge of all helicopter traffic to the vessel.

Skills

Fluent in English

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Valaris is seeking a Radio Operator to operate vessel communications equipment, answer phones, and perform clerical duties as directed. The role includes handling messages between the vessel and shore bases, maintaining equipment, and keeping logs.

The position requires a high school diploma, fluent English, and basic computer skills, with responsibilities spanning emergency communications, crew changes, and coordination with helicopter traffic.