SDPO - OOW (Deck)

Taleo; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornbeck Offshore Inc. seeks an experienced SDPO to join our offshore international fleet. The successful candidate will maintain precise vessel positioning during crane lifts, ROV launches, and subsea construction on vessels with active heave-compensated cranes.

Required are STCW 95 Regulation 11/1, DP Unlimited, and a USCG medical certificate, with ≥3 years as SDPO/DPO on IMR/offshore support vessels. Strong English, ISM/ISPS/MARPOL knowledge, and crew coordination skills are essential.

Qualifications

• STCW 95 Reg 11/1 and DP Operator's Certificate required.
• Proven experience as SDPO/DPO on IMR/semi-subsea vessels preferred.
• Familiarity with active heave-compensated cranes and associated crane operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate DP systems to maintain precise vessel positioning during crane lifts and ROV operations.
• Coordinate with crane, ROV, survey, and construction teams for integrated subsea operations.
• Conduct pre-operation risk assessments and participate in toolbox talks for DP operations.
• Maintain DP logs, FMEA documentation, and DP trials records.
• Assist Master/Chief Officer with bridge watchkeeping duties as needed.

Skills

OOW Unlimited MMC

DP Unlimited certificate

Crane & ROV ops experience

IMCA DP guidelines knowledge

USCG medical certificate

English proficiency

Computer literate

Education

STCW 95 Reg 11/1 + DP Operator's Certificate

Tools

Nautical Institute DP cert

Job description

IMR Vessels (Crane Subsea, ROV & Subsea Construction)

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced SDPO (Senior Dynamic Positioning Operator) to join our offshore international fleet of IMR vessels. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining precise vessel positioning during crane subsea lifting operations, ROV operations, and subsea construction activities, aboard vessels equipped with active heave-compensated cranes. This position requires proven offshore DP experience and a strong understanding of subsea operational support.

Primary Duties / Responsibilities:

• Operate DP systems to maintain safe and precise vessel positioning during subsea crane lifts, ROV launch/recovery, and subsea construction operations
• Support crane operations involving active heave-compensated (AHC) cranes, ensuring safe positioning and coordination during critical lifts
• Liaise closely with ROV, survey, crane, and construction teams to ensure seamless integration of DP and subsea operations
• Conduct pre-operation risk assessments and participate in toolbox talks specific to DP-critical operations
• Monitor DP system performance, environmental conditions, and vessel footprint during operations
• Assist in maintaining DP capability plots, FMEA documentation, and DP trials records
• Participate in emergency response procedures, including DP-related contingency actions
• Ensure compliance with IMCA DP guidelines, ISM, ISPS, and client-specific HSE requirements
• Maintain accurate DP logs and operational records in line with company and flag state requirements
• Support the Master and Chief Officer with bridge watchkeeping duties as required

Qualifications

Education / Training:

The OOW acting as SDPO or DPO shall be, as a minimum, qualified in accordance with STCW 95 Regulation 11/1 and hold a DP Operator's Certificate, issued by the Nautical Institute. (Additional requirements are contained in the Vessel Qualifications and Training Matrix appropriate to each vessel).

Experience:

Minimum 3 years' sea-going experience as SDPO on IMR / subsea construction/offshore support vessels.

Skills:

Fluent in both verbal and written English. Computer literate.

• Officer of the Watch (OOW) Unlimited MMC (STCW II/1 or higher)
• Proven experience supporting crane subsea operations, ROV operations, and subsea construction activities
• Demonstrated experience operating on vessels equipped with active heave-compensated cranes
• DP Unlimited certificate with sea time logged sufficient to serve as SDPO (per IMCA/nautical institute requirements)
• Strong working knowledge of IMCA DP guidelines, ISM, ISPS, and MARPOL
• Valid USCG medical certificate

Valid STCW Basic Safety Training, GMDSS, and other mandatory offshore certifications (BOSIET/FOET, HUET as applicable)

Special Requirements

• In their role as Officer of the Watch, they have the authority to take any action necessary (or stop any activity) in the first instance (in the absence of the Captain I Chief Officer) to ensure the safety of the vessel, personnel and the protection of the marine environment.

Decision Making:

The Officer of the Watch (Deck) coordinates with the Captain, Chief Officer, Officer of the Watch (Engineer) or any other person necessary for the safe and efficient operation of the vessel. NOTE: The Officer of the Watch (Deck) may additionally perform the duties of Senior DPO or DPO where required. They may also hold the position of Ship Security Officer, as required by the ISPS Code, if so, designated in the Ship Security Plan

Hornbeck Offshore Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.