2nd OFFICER DPO (AHTS) | January 8, 2026 | February 6, 2026
BOURBON MARINE SERVICES MANILA INC.
Rank: Second Officer
Vessel: Offshore Vessel
Job Overview
Job Information
Job Description
Core Responsibilities
DP Operations:
Operates and monitors the DP system to maintain the ship’s position and heading during critical offshore missions. This includes managing DP sensors, reference systems (e.g., GPS, laser, taut wire), and power management systems.
Bridge Watchkeeping:
Traditionally stands the
12–4 watch
(midnight–4 AM and noon–4 PM), overseeing safe navigation, traffic avoidance (COLREGs), and weather monitoring.
Passage Planning:
Acts as the primary
Navigational Officer
, responsible for creating and updating voyage plans, corrected charts (ECDIS and paper), and nautical publications.
Medical & Safety:
Often designated as the ship’s
Medical Officer
, maintaining the hospital and medical locker. They may also serve as a Safety Officer, inspecting life-saving and firefighting appliances.
Operational Support:
Assists the Chief Officer during cargo, ballast, and mooring operations.
Skills and Qualifications:
AT LEAST 18 MONTHS OF EXPERIENCE AS 2ND OFFICER DPO
WITH OR WITHOUT VALID US VISA
HOLDING VALID DOCUMENTS
Benefits
JOB EMPLOYMENT