C/E is in-charge of engine department, he reports to the Master (day-to-day activities) and to Technical Manager – Comapany (technical activities).Responsibilities –1. Ensure that all engine department personnel are familiarized with relevant procedures.2. Issue
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Second Engineer (2/E)
2/E reports to the C/E.In absence of C/E, 2/E may be required to officiate as C/E, subject to prior approval from DPA.Responsibilities –1. Keep the 4 o’clock – 8 o’clock engine room watch.2. Organize
Third Engineer (3/E)
3/E reports to the C/E (through 2/E). In absence of 2/E, 3/E may be required to officiate as 2/E, subject to prior approval from DPA.Responsibilities –1. Keep the 12 o’clock – 4 o’clock engine
Fourth Engineer (4/E)
4/E reports to the C/E (through 2/E). In absence of 3/E, 4/E may be required to officiate as 3/E, subject to prior approval from DPA.Responsibilities –1. Keep the 8 o’clock – 12 o’clock engine
Cadets (Engine Department)
Engine cadets report to C/E (through engineers).Responsibilities -1. Perform duties as assigned by seniors.2. Learn various aspects of vessel operations.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Electrical Engineer (E/Engr)
E/Engr reports to the C/E.Responsibilities –1. Maintain electrical and electronic systems onboard the vessel such as –a. Main alternators and switchboardsb. Electrical and electronic components of deck cranes, cargo machinery grabs, windlass and mooring
Fitter
Fitter reports to C/E (through engineers)Responsibilities –1. Perform maintenance jobs assigned by 2/E or 3/E.2. Fabricate pipes (as required) and rectify leakage (may require welding job).3. Assist engineers in opening / closing various equipments
Oiler
Oiler reports to C/E (through 2/E)Responsibilities –1. Perform duties as assigned by 2/E.2. If holding required certificate of competency, maintain watch as assigned by the C/E.3. Monitor levels of fuel, water and lube oil.4.
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Authority and Responsibility: Master
Master has complete authority of the vessel under his command.Company has given Master overriding authority to enable him take necessary actions for safety of crew, vessel, cargo and environment.General responsibilities -1. Implement the quality,
Chief Officer (C/O)
C/O is in-charge of deck department, he reports to the Master. In absence of Master or in case the Master is incapacitated, C/O may be required to take temporary command of vessel, subject to
Second Officer (2/O)
 2/O reports to the Master (through C/O). In absence of C/O, 2/O may be required to officiate as C/O, subject to prior approval from DPA. Perform duties as Medical Officer (listed separately).Responsibilities -1.
Third Officer (3/O)
3/O reports to the Master (through C/O).In absence of 2/O, 3/O may be required to officiate as 2/O, subject to prior approval from DPA.Responsibilities -1. Keep the 8 o’clock – 12 o’clock navigational watch.2.
Bosun
Bosun reports to the C/O.Responsibilities – 1. Assist C/O in operations and maintenance planning.2. Assist C/O during mooring/unmooring, anchoring related and warping operations.3. Supervise ratings during hold/tank cleaning, washing, preparation, ballasting and de-ballasting operations.4.
Cook
Cook reports to the Master (through Welfare Officer).Responsibilities – 1. Prepare weekly menu (as discussed in Welfare Committee Meeting) and accordingly arrange for purchase of provisions.2. Prepare meals for crew as per menu defined.3.
Medical Officer
2/O holds additional responsibility of Medical Officer.Responsibilities –1. Give medical aid to sick personnel onboard.2. Inform Master if any crew requires shore medical treatment.3. Maintain inventory of all medicines and medical equipments.4. Maintain medical
Ship Security Officer (SSO)
Ship Security Officer (SSO)Radio Officer (R/O)R/O reports to the Master.Communication equipments are under direct authority of the Master, R/O must act only in accordance with Master’s instructions.Responsibilities -1. Keep international hours of watch according
Safety Officer
Safety Officer is appointed by the Master.Responsibilities –1. Control and record all safety and anti-pollution exercises in accordance with statutory regulations and company procedures.2. Provide induction/familiarization course to new crew.3. Follow-up with concerned personnel,
Welfare Officer
Welfare Officer is appointed by the Master.Responsibilities –1. Assist C/O in ensuring cleanliness in accommodation spaces (includes passageways, mess-rooms, recreational areas, bathrooms and toilets).2. Ensure provision of basic requirements for crew (eg. food, uniform).3.
A/B
A/B reports to the Bosun.Responsibilities – 1. Steer the vessel as instructed by the Master.2. Assist Officer-On-Watch during watch.3. Perform duties as assigned by Bosun/Officers.4. Perform other duties as assigned by Master (depending on
O/S
O/S reports to the Bosun.Responsibilities – 1. Assist Officer-On-Watch during watch.2. Perform duties as assigned by Bosun/Officers.3. Perform other duties as assigned by Master (depending on situation).4. Perform duties as assigned by Master (depending
