Cargo Supervisor

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We are currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity to work for our market-leading client who is looking for a Cargo Supervisor on a Contract basis. You will form part of a multi discipline team that are expected to carry out various works to a high quality and safety standard.

Reports To: Cargo Superintendent (See Unit HSEP Shipboard Manual Organisation Chart for local variations)

Background: The Cargo Supervisor will exhibit a high standard of leadership, supervisory and safety behaviours and will ensure that all aspects of Cargo and Cargo Utility systems operations and supervision are carried out effectively. Delegated tasks will be monitored and controlled formally and effectively

Authority: The Cargo Supervisor assumes delegated authority for marine activities such as cargo loading and offloading and cargo utilities and maintenance. He or she will work with the Cargo Superintendent and the OIM as required where the safety of the crew and vessel is concerned. Work authority is delegated to competent personnel as appropriate.

Immediate Subordinates: Cargo Operators, GP Foremen, Crane Drivers. Visitors, Sub Contractors

Accountable For: Typical Responsibilities & Standards

1) Cargo Operations

Prepare to Start Marine and Cargo Operations

Start up Marine and Cargo Operations

Monitor and Maintain Marine and Cargo Operations

Prepare and shutdown Marine and Cargo Operations

Contribute to Tank Entry, Inspection and Maintenance Activities

2) Manage And Supervise Effectively

Demonstrate leadership in technical and safety issues.

Liaise effectively with all relevant onshore and offshore departments.

Delegate authority having due regard for competence and verify effective close out of tasks.

Promote training and competence with due regard for all assessments ensuring fairness & accuracy.

Promote safety awareness and application of the Management System regarding immediate safety of personnel (PTW/Risk assessments/inspections).

Ensure timely and effective close-out of relevant survey and audit action items.

Ensure timely and effective contributions to reporting and investigation of all incidents where required.

3) Contribute To The Control Of Critical Situations And Respond To Emergencies

Developing critical situations (operational, weather, equipment failure, leaks, fires personnel etc) are identified and positive action is taken to limit escalation and to maintain control using applied policies or procedures or initiative

Manage emergency response with due regard for safety of personnel, FSO/FPSO and environment

Demonstrate knowledge and awareness of potential emergency scenarios.

Contribute to the effective de-brief and analysis of exercises.

4) Monitor And Maintain Pollution Control Measures

Controlled process discharges from area of responsibility to the environment are within prescribed limits

Unplanned discharges are identified, halted where possible, and reported according to policy, procedure and regulation.

Equipment, waste or other materials for disposal are dealt with according to the correct procedure.

Controlled process discharges from area of responsibility to the environment are within prescribed limits

5) Perform Emergency Response Role

Carry out Emergency Response role.

Demonstrate competence during ER drills and exercises.

Units Of Competence

1. Prepare to Start and Start Cargo Operations.
2. Monitor and Maintain Marine Operations
3. Prepare and shutdown Marine Operations
4. Contribute to Tank Entry, Inspection and Maintenance Activities
5. Manage and Supervise Effectively
6. Contribute To Control Of Critical Situations And Respond To Emergencies
7. Monitor And Maintain Pollution Control Measures
8. Carry Out Emergency Response Role
9. Provide any additional duties as required by the OIM/Unit Spt and /or HOD to maintain safe and smooth running of the Unit.

Additional Competencies Required:

1. See Station Bill

Pre-hire Qualifications and Experience

Minimum qualifications as per STCW Reg. AII/2 Chief Officer Unlimited

3 years VLCC experience as OOW ( Officer on Watch) - Chief Officer experience desirable.

Previous FPSO experience would be an advantage.

Medically fit to offshore International standards such as ENG1 or equivalent

Chief Mate License / Master License 

Personal Skills

Personal: Conscientious, versatile and determined. Capable of assertive and positive communication and performance.

Leadership: Good safety and supervisory skills. Good levels of written and spoken communication in English language. Good understanding of behavioural personnel issues and logistics. Flexible in applying different approaches to changing work demands

Technical: Appropriate standard of technical, legal and professional knowledge as defined by competences.

IT: Practical familiarity with standard ‘Office’ software package. Operation and use of Internet and electronic mail system.