Chief Officer - Forth Warrior

The Company

Since the 1970s, Briggs has grown to become a market leader in the marine and environmental services industry, employing over 700 dedicated members of staff.

Providing clients with services ranging from terminal operations to subsea cable repair, Briggs is committed to employing dedicated and skilled staff looking for a career that offers stability, recognition and meaningful career progression.

At Briggs, we are proud of our core values. They underpin our decision-making and provide a benchmark for all our work, as well as shaping our company culture for future success.

The Role

Reporting to the Master, the Chief Officer is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, administration and supervision of the deck crew. They will also be tasked with maintaining a safe navigational watch.

Principal Responsibilities

Acting as Vessel Safety Officer and taking responsibility for the safety of personnel and the vessel, the efficient operation of the vessel and pollution prevention
The performance of a safe navigational watch
The maintenance of life-saving appliances and fire-fighting equipment
Implementing Briggs’ health, safety, environmental and quality policies
Reporting to the Master on defects, hazards, incidents and accidents
Planning and recording of deck work (including mooring inspection documentation)
Allocating daily work to the deck crew (including providing assistance to the engineering and catering departments when required)
Conducting deck operations in a safe, efficient manner
Stock control of the mooring equipment held on board
Reviewing on-board contingency plans, risk assessments and shipboard procedures
Updating nautical publications and charts
Ensuring that the vessel is properly prepared for all statutory surveys and that it remains in a seaworthy condition

The Candidate

Previous practical, hands-on experience in a position on board a vessel
Officer of the Watch Deck II/1
Advanced fire prevention and firefighting
Seamanship and knowledge of deck work
Personal survival techniques
Proficiency with regard to survival craft and rescue boats
GMDSS radio operator’s certificate
Radar and ARPA certification

What’s in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with a pension, life assurance, a Cycle to Work scheme and much more, as well as opportunities for on-the-job training and career progression within a stable environment.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from individuals with protected characteristics and will provide any reasonable adjustments needed during the application and assessment process, as well as upon joining.