DPO - Navigation Officer

The Dynamic Positioning Officer (DPO) will support the Chief Officer in the vessel maintenance program, ensuring that safety, lifesaving, and firefighting equipment are always ready for use, and that navigation and radio equipment are properly maintained and updated. The DPO will also be responsible for maintaining continuous safety oversight of navigation at sea, at anchor, and during DP operations.

• Maintain all lifesaving and firefighting equipment to ensure emergency readiness through regular inspection and preservation activities.
• Ensure all navigation equipment is operating correctly and that the bridge is prepared for sea as required by regulations.
• Report equipment defects and irregularities to support safe navigation.
• Prepare nautical charts, passage plans, and navigation documentation.
• Ensure all nautical charts, publications, and navigational warnings are updated and corrected.
• Act as Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO) when required and appropriately certified.
• Support the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Representative and Medic in onboarding and familiarization activities.
• Assist the HSE Representative in maintaining safety communications, updating safety notices, and supporting Safety Committee activities.
• Review company Safety Notices, Circulars, and Management System updates during crew changes to remain current with procedures and standards.
• Serve as GMDSS Operator, ensuring safe and compliant vessel communications.
• Support the Master in maintaining the Management System and ensuring operational compliance.

• Bachelor's Degree or maritime education from ASON or EFOMM.
• Advanced English proficiency, both written and spoken.
• Previous offshore experience, preferably onboard PLSV, Drillship, or AHTS vessels.
• Strong knowledge of navigation systems, DP operations, maritime safety requirements, and communication systems.
• Experience with nautical chart corrections, passage planning, and bridge operations.
  
  

Preferred

• APNT (Advanced Nautical Training).
  
  

Mandatory Certifications

• Certificate of Competency (CoC) – STCW II/1 and IV/2.
• Full DP Certificate issued by The Nautical Institute.
• Seaman's Registration and Record Book (CIR) – Second Navigation Officer (2ON).
• STCW TBS1 Unified.
• Valid offshore mandatory certificates.
  
  

Additional Training

• BOSIET/FOET (International).
  
  

This opportunity is also open to People with Disabilities (PwD) and INSS rehabilitated professionals, in accordance with applicable legislation.

Lean Methodology

Leadership and Navigation

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