Radio Operator

Valaris•Houston, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radio Operator operates vessel communications equipment, answers phones, and carries out clerical duties such as filing and typing as directed. This role is crucial for maintaining effective communication between the vessel and various external entities, ensuring operational efficiency and safety.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Fluent in English (oral and written).
Basic computer skills.
Valid GMDSS General Radio Operator’s certificate

Responsibilities

Receives and transmits messages between the vessel and shore bases, supply vessels, helicopters, and other stations by radio telephone.
Operates all communication equipment in the radio room, and ensures it is well maintained and operational.
Maintains a radio listening watch on marine and aeronautical emergency frequencies.
Maintains records/logs of all radio communications to and from the vessel. Keeps records of telephone charges if possible.
Ensures the maintenance of all electronic navigational aids where applicable.
Tests the standby radio equipment and the radio equipment in the lifeboats on a weekly basis, including the testing of the radio room batteries.
Advises the OIM/Master of any emergency situations within the vicinity of the vessel.
Informs the Helicopter Landing Officer and Bridge of all helicopter traffic to the vessel.
Establishes and maintains radio communications with helicopter traffic to and from the vessel.
Advises pilots of landing clearances, meteorological conditions, etc., and records in the helicopter movement log.
Coordinates and controls the isolation of radio equipment during periods of radio silence.
Participates in weekly emergency drills and responds to emergency situations as per assigned duties on the Station Bill.
Becomes familiar with the vessel’s emergency and medical evacuation procedures.
Reports any incidents, potential hazards, or abnormal situations to the marine supervisors.
Provides clerical/administrative support to the OIM/Master as required.
Coordinates crew changes by helicopter and boats.
Maintains up to date personnel on board and room assignment lists.
Maintains strict confidentiality of all work performed, including well data, payroll information, crew lists, and personal data including contact details of relatives of vessel’s crew.
Prepares time sheets for personnel onboard in accordance with payroll procedures where applicable.
Arranges crew change travel where applicable.