Third Mate

Texas A&M University System•Galveston, TX

57d•Onsite

About The Position

A Glimpse of the Job The Third Mate under general supervision, operates, ships equipment and systems and performs other duties as directed by the Captain/Chief Mate relevant to the license they hold. The Third Mate participates in the operational maintenance and repair training of deck license option students to the extent that it does not interfere with their operational responsibilities. The Third Mate may also stand watch or perform “day work” as needed to fulfill the operational requirements of the ship and sea term.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
No experience required.
TWIC, valid passport, and valid United States driver's license, and requisite STCW certifications.
Licensed by USCG as Third Mate of Steam or Motor Vessel of any Gross Tons Upon Oceans or greater, and requisite.
STCW endorsements such as: 11/1 Officer in Charge of Navigational Watch 11/3 OICNW and Master Less Than 500 GT Near Coastal 11/4 Ratings Forming Part of a Navigational Watch (RFPNW) 500 GT or more 11/5 Able Seafarer Deck 500 GT or more. IV/2 GMDSS Radio Operator Vl/1 Safety Familiarization and Basic Training Vl/2 Proficiency in Survival Craft, Rescue Boats and Fast Rescue Boats Vl/3 Advanced Fire Fighting Vl/4 Medical First Aid and Medical Care Vl/6 Security Related Training and Instruction for All Seafarers

Nice To Haves

Excellent computer skills.
Good communication skills.
Ability to work with and mentor cadets.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Must be proficient in all aspects of Bridge Navigational Watch-Standing (OICNW).
Excellent organizational, managerial and supervisory skills.
Ability to work with a wide variety of individuals while training Corps of Cadets in maritime skills.
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Must be proficient in both ECDIS and paper chart navigation, voyage passage planning, weather reporting, GMDSS/VHF radio communication.
Basic proficiency in MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

Deck Watch Officer - Performs the duties of an officer in charge of a navigational watch or "day work" maintenance on deck.
Stands deck watch when the vessel is in full operational status when in port.
Performs maintenance on deck equipment and systems as directed by the Captain/ Chief Mate.
As a member of an emergency team, responsible for training students in firefighting, damage control, rescue, and evacuation techniques.
Is responsible for assisting or directing any pilot transfer, anchoring, mooring, gangway, or cargo operations as assigned by the Chief Mate.
Is responsible for all deck work I maintenance and keeping planned maintenance system records.
Assists in vessel security.
Participates in the education and instruction of cadets by direction to the extent that it does not interfere with their operational duties.
Frequently acts as a safety observer during any evolution involving groups of students.
Adheres to and trains students in Safety Management System principles and best practices.
Performs other duties as assigned.