3rd Mate - Marine

ConocoPhillips • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Polar Tankers Overview Polar Tankers, a wholly owned subsidiary of ConocoPhillips, provides marine transportation for North Slope production, using five company-owned, double-hulled tankers in addition to chartering third-party vessels as necessary. The tankers deliver oil from Valdez, Alaska, to refineries primarily on the West Coast of the United States. The company operates five Endeavour-class tankers: Polar Endeavour, Polar Resolution, Polar Discovery, Polar Adventure and Polar Enterprise. Description If you are selected as the 3rd Mate, you will be working under the direction of the Master and Chief Mate. The 3rd Mate must have a good understanding of all deck machinery and cargo systems and be proficient at navigation and cargo watch keeping. The 3rd Mate is required to participate in all drills and emergencies and to assist with the enforcement of rules, procedures, regulations, and pollution prevention. Position Overview Your responsibilities may include: Navigating the vessel safely Maintaining safety equipment aboard the vessel Documenting accuracy and completion of safety equipment jobs Assisting in cargo operations Assisting the Master in organizing and conducting the safety program aboard the vessel Standing an independent watch in the cargo control room Overseeing the ABs Monitoring the deck and pump room for spills/leaks Making hourly rounds of the pump room during cargo watch Performing all segments of cargo handling Typically works a 12-hour-day consisting of two 4-hour watch periods and an additional 4-hour work period. You may not work more than 15 hours per day or 36 hours per 3-day period This is a Safety Sensitive position. Relocation is not available for this position.

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
• USCG 3rd Mates Unlimited Tonnage endorsement and/or Bachelor's Degree
• Currently hold, or have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to obtain, a U.S. Passport
• Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
• Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC)
• Currently hold the following endorsements on Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC): Officer In Charge Of A Navigational Watch Able Seafarer - Deck Rating Forming Part Of A Navigational Watch (RFPNW) GMDSS Operator Proficiency In Survival Craft & Rescue Boats (PSC) Advanced Oil Tanker Cargo Operations Medical First-Aid Provider Advanced Fire Fighting Basic Training Vessel Personnel With Designated Security Duties (VPDSD) Security Awareness Deck Officer – 3rd Mate Unlimited Radar Observer Able Seaman Unlimited Lifeboatman Tankerman PIC
• Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following: Be away from home for periods in excess of two months Push/pull up to 200 pounds Lift/carry up to 100 pounds floor to shoulder Lift up to 50 pounds floor to overhead Climb Stairs/ladders Stand for long periods of time

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Marine Transportation or foreign equivalent
• 1+ years of direct experience sailing as a cadet on a tanker/ship
• 1+ years of direct experience sailing as an officer
• Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to learn material needed to be successful in the role
• Able to satisfactorily pass certification exams
• Able to collaborate, effectively manage and work well with others
• Possessing strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to clearly follow instructions, both written and verbal
• Able to apply common sense to achieve the desired outcomes according to the company's operating procedures and safety protocols
• Possessing organization, efficiency and is a methodical problem solver
• Computer literate
• Takes ownership of actions and follows through on commitments by holding others accountable and standing up for what's right
• Delivers positive results through realistic planning to accomplish goals
• Listens actively and invites new ideas for exchanged opinions, then influences and acts to drive positive performance and achieve results

Responsibilities

• Navigating the vessel safely
• Maintaining safety equipment aboard the vessel
• Documenting accuracy and completion of safety equipment jobs
• Assisting in cargo operations
• Assisting the Master in organizing and conducting the safety program aboard the vessel
• Standing an independent watch in the cargo control room
• Overseeing the ABs
• Monitoring the deck and pump room for spills/leaks
• Making hourly rounds of the pump room during cargo watch
• Performing all segments of cargo handling

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and wellness programs.
• Financial Security: Competitive base pay, annual performance bonuses, and retirement savings plans.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, paid parental leave, and family support resources.
• Career Development: Access to training, mentoring, and internal career mobility tools.
• Recognition & Inclusion: Peer-nominated awards, inclusive culture, and employee resource groups.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level