Opportunity

Would you like to become part of a dynamic team with great working conditions?

Svitzer is searching for Chief Officer

Job Description:

Chief Officer:

The Chief Officer reports to the Master.

• To perform operational duties as requested by the Master, related to all tasks of the vessel including assisting with salvage jobs.
• To monitor maintenance and housekeeping duties on deck, in the engine room or accommodation is done in safe manner and with good seamanship.
• Motivate the vessel crew to be familiar with requirements of, and to comply with, the safety management system.
• Propose initiatives for raising the onboard safety level. Motivate and educate crew in Proactive and Near Miss Reporting and Stop Work
• Active participation in safety training like drills onboard including delivering training to other crew members.
• Maintain awareness of the various risk that are present in the operations of a tug (OH&S, environment, security and cyber security risk).
• Comply with local, regional, national and international legislation.
• Comply with the regulations of the company safety management system.
• Induction training of visitors, employees and other persons authorized by SVITZER to access the vessel where a Master is unavailable.

You must be able to communicate in Danish and English.

The position is a full time employment and you will be working in four week schedules, as one of 4 to 5 crew members.

Who we are

Svitzer is a leading Global Towage Operator providing towage and sustainable marine solutions to make ports and terminals safer, more efficient and more climate friendly. We have customers in 30+ countries across four Regions: Australia, AMEA, Europe and America.

In recent years, we have grown through new contracts and acquisitions, and growing continues to be a focus. At the same time, we are implementing our new Strategy, which prioritises Decarbonization and Technology. However, our standard marine services remain critical to us.

We operate globally 24/7, which means that things rarely stand still. However, we are good at manoeuvring being busy, as we enjoy working as a team by listening to and helping each other. We also appreciate when colleagues voice their opinions. The Marine and Towage business can be challenging, and we work together to improve, e.g., have high

ambitions for decarbonisation. Our Svitzer Transverse Tug is a good example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPdhKsJu3fk (Time to watch: 1 minute and 55 seconds)

Deadline

1st of June, but if we find the right candidate the position may be filled earlier, so do not hesitate to send your application!

Submit your application in English online via our portal. We do not accept applications via e-mail. Please exclude from your application any information about age, gender, religion, and other factors that do not directly relate to the role. Photo is not required.

Building a Diverse Workplace

In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please click on the 'Apply Now' button and create a Candidate Home to manage your applications. Kindly attach both your CV and motivational letter outlining what you can bring to the role and why you would be a great fit.

Building a Diverse Workplace

In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles, and we are excited about hearing from you!

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please click on the 'Apply Now' button and create a Candidate Home to manage your applications.