Staff Captain for Aurora Expedition Cruises

We are looking for experienced Staff Captain ready to join cruise vessel DOUGLAS MAWSON , embarkation ASAP , contract 2 months +/-1, required POLAR waters experience, Basic and Advanced Polar Code Certificates. Position Summary 2nd in command of the vessel, responsible for all matters concerning maintenance, safety and security of the vessel and the protection of the environment in accordance with Company Policies, any National or International standards and in compliance with Public Health or any other prescribed regulations. Reporting Structure Directly reporting to the Master. Subordinates – Safety Officer, Environmental Officer, Doctor, Nurse, Navigational Officer, 2nd Officer, Junior Officer, Cadet, Security Officer, Security Guard, Bosun, all Able Seaman and Ordinary Seaman, Carpenter, Assistant Carpenter, Joiner, Assistant Joiner. Safety Duties: Participates in crew and passenger safety drills according to instructions. Always complies with the Company’s safety and pollution prevention regulations and operating procedures. Leads by example by taking care of Health and Safety of self and others. Ensures that all work equipment, personal protective equipment, chemicals and safety devices are being used correctly. Delivering training, guidance and supervision on how to use and maintain them. Education/Experience/Qualifications: Valid CoC A-II/2. Valid STCW95 certification. Certification as required by regulations for the position. Extensive experience as a Staff Captain is essential. Physically and medically fit with certification. Moral integrity is required. Public Health, Sanitation and Environmental certification. Alaska experience is a plus. Public Health, Coast Guard and Port State Control experience. Language requirements: Fluent English (verbal, written and technical). English is the working and safety language on board. This also includes the ability to give and receive instructions in verbal and written forms and to effectively and efficiently engage with guests and crew members. Additional languages are considered beneficial. Computer knowledge: Good working knowledge of AMOS, and Microsoft Office applications. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Required to stand, walk long distances, reaching and sitting. Repetitive motion of bending, going up and down stairs, climbing ladders. Lifting or pushing of up to 50lbs. The position requires overtime work and irregular schedules. Works in all areas of the vessel with noise, light traffic, distracting environments as well as an office environment. Profile: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead, motivate and develop a culturally diverse work force. Punctual. Proactive approach to problem solving. Ability to be flexible, well organized, self managed and motivated. Handle multiple demands, remain calm and effective under pressure and resolve issues quickly. Effective, full, clear and concise communications is essential. Safe, professional and personal practices. Fully conversant with VMS and MLC requirements. Well groomed and neat appearance. Ability to deliver a high standard of performance. Status - Senior Officer. Salary- Refer to contract. Rotation - Refer to contract. Accommodation - Single cabin with twice per day cleaning Key Responsibilities Responsible with the Captain for the safety of the vessel and must be fully knowledgeable of the Captain’s responsibilities and must be able to assume the position of the Captain should the need arise. Responsible for being familiar with the operation and location of all life-saving, fire-fighting and pollution prevention equipment. Responsible to monitor the activities for the Deck department, ensuring that all responsibilities are correctly executed. Ensures that the maintenance programs for the Deck department are implemented and followed in a timely manner according to Company policies. Record keeping of any maintenance or certification received as standard. Ensures that inspections, maintenance and testing of environmental systems are always carried out according to Company policies, National, International or any other prescribed regulations. Oversees all activities taking place on the Bridge during docking, maneuvers, departure and open sea. Responsible for navigational aspects of the ships operations, Deck department working schedules and assignment of duties. Ensures that all ship's stability calculations and verifications are made for the intended voyage and trains subordinate deck officers in performing these functions. Reporting to the Master any deviations from the requirements of the Stability booklet. Responsible for implementing the Company security policies and all security operations according to the ISPS Code on board the vessel both at sea and while in port. Applies security policies in a fashion that has little to no effect on the guests aboard the ship while at the same time ensuring that all aspects of the security program are strictly followed by the vessel's Security Personnel and the rest of the officers, staff and crew. Responsible for the safe keeping and proper maintenance of all security devices and weapons that may be present aboard the ship. Orders and coordinates alcohol, illegal drugs tests and cabin searches. Responsible for the fresh water supplies and consumption (in conjunction with the Chief Engineer). Issues work permits for the Deck department. Monitors training for the Deck department. Ensures that crew and contractors working within the Deck department receive OH&S briefs, training and familiarization by their supervisors. Responsible for inspections of tanks and compartments. Liaises closely with the Chief Engineer to gain information for the condition of all tanks and spaces, in order to plan in advance the loading, discharge and ballasting. Responsible for the budget of the Deck department, monitoring the actual and forecasted expenditure of the department with regards to budgets established for the vessel and to advise the Master and Fleet Superintendent accordingly. Responsible to the Captain and the Company for the overall safe and efficient operation of the medical center. Ensures sufficient stock of spare parts and consumables is on order and in the onboard system to cover planned and unplanned maintenance. The Staff Captain will work in close coalition with the Staff Engineer and Safety Officer to ensure the proper maintenance and mechanical conditions of all safety equipment and systems onboard the vessel (to include but not limited to the following): Firefighting and sprinkler systems. Water tight doors and fire screen doors. Life Boats and Tender Engines and propulsion system. Ensures seaworthiness of the vessel. Ensures that the ships company are properly trained on emergency procedures, use of equipment and accident prevention. Keeps in a good state of repair all life saving equipment to ensure a complete state of readiness to meet any emergency requirements. Responsible for conducting lifeboat drills for guests. Schedules and conducts weekly fire and lifeboat drills for personnel as per SOLAS and Company requirements. Responsible for informing all departments of bad weather and to secure the vessel in the event of rough seas. Responsible to ensure that all policies and procedures laid down by the Company for the Deck department are executed and verifying that all within the Deck department are properly instructed and aware of their duties and responsibilities relating to the Safety Management System. Dealing with any conflicts that arise onboard. Counselling, coaching and teaching to find a solution that satisfies everyone involved. Oversees the disciplinary of the vessel and all reports of misconduct, taking appropriate action when necessary or making recommendations to the Master according to the Company policies, the crew members contract of employment and the Flag State. Ensures co-operation with the HR Manager regarding crew issues. Provides information and consultanc