Vessel Control Systems Operator

<b> Overview / Responsibilities </b><br><br>Wood is currently recruiting for a Vessel Control Systems Operator with extensive experience in the oil and gas petrochemical industry. <br><br><b> The expected core competencies include, but not limited to the following: </b><br><ul><li> While FPSO is connected to Terra Nova mooring system, maintain a safe and effective watch of Vessel Control Systems in Central Control Room </li><li> While FPSO is disconnected from Terra Nova mooring system, maintain a navigational bridge watch </li><li> Assist as required in the outside operations of vessel systems </li></ul><br> <b>While FPSO is connected to Terra Nova mooring system</b> <br><ul><li> Reports directly to the vessel lead and the vessel supervisor (nights) </li><li> Monitor and control of the following systems: Key Service Generators, Boilers, Fuel system, Lube Oil System, Sea Water Cooling systems, Compressed Air, Hydraulic Power Supplies, Bilge Pump System, Electrical Systems, Thrusters, Potable Water System, Sanitary System, Slop Tank System, Fresh Water Cooling System, and HVAC </li><li> Responsible for operating the Thruster Assisted Positioning Mooring System to maintain station-keeping of the FPSO </li><li> Operation of loading computer and stress monitoring </li><li> Ensure FPSO is in stable condition at all times having due regard to draft, trim and list </li><li> Ensure required data and activities are documented and logged </li><li> Control of cargo and ballast operations, including conducting cargo calculation to validate load/discharge plans or changes to the plans </li><li> Distribution and control of inert gas to cargo and ballast tanks </li><li> Crude oil washing operations </li><li> Monitor and control shuttle tanker operators during cargo transfers </li><li> Operation of fiscal metering system </li><li> Monitor CCTV system </li><li> Observe collision avoidance procedures i.e. radar monitoring </li><li> Maintain awareness and control of field traffic movements </li><li> Weather observations, having due regard to present conditions and forecast </li><li> Liaison with ice observer regarding prevalent ice conditions </li><li> Operation of CCR telecommunications with standby vessels, shuttle tankers, vessel operators , crane operators, maintenance crews, and other relevant traffic </li><li> Maintain radio watch at night as per GMDSS </li><li> Active role within the emergency response organization </li><li> Maintain communications and co-operation with PCS operator </li></ul><br><b>While FPSO is disconnected from Terra Nova mooring system</b><br><ul><li> Reports directly to the master (vessel lead), and to the chief officer (vessel supervisor) and to the chief engineer in matters regarding operation of ship's machinery </li><li> Maintains navigational bridge watch </li></ul> <br><br><b> Skills / Qualifications </b><br><br>Training and Certification:<br><br><ul><li> Chief Mate Near Coastal issued by Transport Canada </li><li> Marine Emergency Duties (MED) 2 </li><li> Ballast Control/Stability (for Semi-submersible Production Installations) </li><li> Oil Tanker Endorsement Level 2 </li><li> Restricted Radio Telephone certificate with GMDSS </li></ul><br><br>Professional Certifications <br><ul><li> Experience in marine and offshore industry experience including marine cargo handling experience<br><br> </li></ul><br> Regulatory Training <br><ul><li> BST (Basic Survival Training c/w HUEBA) </li><li> H2S (Hydrogen Sulphide) </li><li> WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems) </li><li> Fall Protection Training </li><li> Rigging and Banksman Training </li><li>Offshore Regulatory Awareness Training</li></ul> <br><br><b> Company Overview </b><br><br>Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 45,000 people. www.woodplc.com <br><br><b> Diversity Statement (EEO) </b><br><br>We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.