Deck ratings work under the supervision of the Chief Officer or Master, carrying out a variety of tasks on deck and forming part of the Navigational Watch, as and when required.
Responsibilities:
- Make safety and protection of the environment the top priority at all times by adhering to the company’s protective clothing policies and safe working practices and procedures, under the direction and supervision of the Deck Officers
- Perform Watchkeeping duties, as requested by the Officer of the Watch
- Perform fire and security rounds and maintain gangway watch while in port, as instructed by the Officer of the Watch
- Perform general maintenance and hygiene duties as directed by the Chief Officer, including painting, cleaning, planned maintenance work and tank inspections
- Perform deckhand duties at port and offshore installations, including: Mooring, unmooring and line handling; Handling ship–assist lines; Loading stores; Cargo loading, discharging and back loading including cargo hose handling; Cargo lashing; Anchor–handling and towing operations.
- Contribute to Horizon’s Safety culture by:
- Understand and comply with various safety processes within the Safety Management System
- Possess the skills to perform job related tasks and apply safe practices while performing physical tasks.
- Have a thorough understanding of precautions and procedures related to the Safety Management System
- Have thorough understanding of pollution regulations and the company’s objectives regarding environmental protection.
Qualifications:
- Bridgewatch Rating
- STCW 6.1 Basic Safety
- STCW 6.2 Survival Craft
- Fast Rescue Boat Training
- Marine First Aid & CPR (Advanced preferred)
- API RP 2D Rigger & Banksman Training
- Vessel Personnel with Security Duties
- Confined Space Entry & Rescue Training
- TDG Marine Training
- WHMIS
- Valid Seafarers Medical
- Minimum 5 years of experience working as an AB Deck Rating on Offshore Supply and Standby vessels and/or Anchor Handlers
- Experience on deck with anchor handling, towing, and rigging and slinging are strongly preferred.
Requirements:
All applicants must be willing to undergo and agree to mandatory drug and alcohol screening.
To Apply:
Please forward your covering letter and CV, detailing your experience and qualifications to Horizon’s HR Department, noting in the subject Line, AB Deck Rating: [email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, we can only accept applications from individuals who are eligible to work in Canada.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted