Requirements

The Navigational Officer is responsible to the Master for:-
(a)Conducting an efficient navigational watch at sea for 8 hours per day and duty watches in port.
(b)Whilst on port duties, ensuring that the moorings and gangways are frequently checked, especially in ports with strong tides and high tidal ranges. He shall also check that the vessel's courtesy flags are always in position correctly.
(c)Participating in emergency drills, including Fire and Abandon Ship Drills, and fulfilling his particular duties in accordance to instructions on the Muster List.
(d)Fulfilling his assigned duties in relation to the vessel's SMS and the requirements of the SOPM.
(e)In port, working under the leadership of the Chief Mate in the fulfilment of the Deck Department's responsibilities towards maintaining the vessel in accordance with the planned maintenance programme.
(f)Participating in the testing of all navigational equipmen...