Radio Operator

Valaris Limited; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Valaris Limited is seeking a Radio Operator to manage vessel communications and clerical duties. The role involves operating all marine radio gear, maintaining equipment, and keeping logs of radio communications and telephone charges.

The operator will monitor emergency frequencies and coordinate with shore bases, helicopters, and other vessels as required. The position requires a High School diploma and a valid GMDSS General Radio Operator’s certificate, with fluency in English and basic

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent in English (oral and written).
• Basic computer skills.
• Valid GMDSS General Radio Operator’s certificate.

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 frequencies.
• Keeps records/logs of all radio communications and telephone charges where possible.
• Maintains records related to lifeboat radio equipment and weekly tests.

Skills

English fluency

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

GMDSS General Radio Operator’s certificate

Job description

Job Summary

The Radio Operator operates vessel communications equipment, answers phones, and carries out clerical duties such as filing and typing as directed.

Principal Duties and 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. Keeps records of 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 on a weekly basis, including the 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.
• Establishes and maintains radio communications with helicopter traffic to and from the vessel.
• Advises pilots of landing clearances, meteorological conditions, etc., and records in the helicopter movement log.
• Coordinates and controls the isolation of radio equipment during periods of radio silence.
• Participates in weekly emergency drills and responds to emergency situations as per assigned duties on the Station Bill.
• Becomes familiar with the vessel’s emergency and medical evacuation procedures.
• Reports any incidents, potential hazards, or abnormal situations to the marine supervisors.
• Provides clerical/administrative support to the OIM/Master as required.
• Coordinates crew changes by helicopter and boats.
• Maintains up to date personnel on board and room assignment lists.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all work performed, including well data, payroll information, crew lists, and personal data including contact details of relatives of vessel’s crew.
• Prepares time sheets for personnel onboard in accordance with payroll procedures where applicable.
• Arranges crew change travel where applicable.

Qualifications / Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent in English (oral and written).
• Basic computer skills.
• Valid GMDSS General Radio Operator’s certificate.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Valaris is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other non-job-related factors. Valaris is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need such an accommodation, or a religious accommodation, please contact [e-mail].