Third Mate

About Allseas

As Allseas employee your work will contribute to our mission: Shifting boundaries of offshore technology. We Pioneer Together to remain a sustained frontrunner through technical ingenuity and entrepreneurial spirit. We live by our core values: Passionate, Innovative and Reliable.

Our employees are skilled and passionate, with an entrepreneurial no-nonsense approach, who are willing to dare the new, innovate through advanced technology, showing integrity and a safe, efficient, and error-free performance resulting in high quality services and products for our clients.

We take great care that we limit impact on the sensitive marine environment and that we operate in socially responsible and sustainable way, preserving our energy resources.

We familiarise ourselves with Allseas Integrated Management System (AIMS), to execute Allseas' activities in a uniform way, ensuring these activities comply with the applicable laws, rules, regulations and certification standards, and are aligned with Allseas mission, vision and values.

Division Description

The Marine Division on board forms the core manning that operates and maintains the vessel as per IMO requirements. It consists of the Nautical department, which contains the Bridge Team, HSE Team, Medic, Ship Security Officer and Catering Team, and the Technical department, which contains the (deck) Engineers Team, Electricians Team and Warehouse Team.

Department Description

The Nautical Department, under responsibility of the Master, plays a crucial role in the operation of the vessel. Under International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations, the roles and responsibilities of this department are defined to ensure the safe and efficient navigation and operation of the ship. The roles arre essential for the smooth operation of a seagoing vessel, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficient navigation. The IMO's Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping (STCW) define the competencies required for each position. On Allseas' vessels the Nautical Department consists of the Bridge Team under supervision of the Chief Mate, the Catering Team Team under supervision of the Catering Manager, the HSE team under supervision of the (Senior) Safety Officer and the Medic. The Department works in close collaboration with the construction Department to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Job Description

As Third Mate, you are essential to the safe navigation and operational control of our offshore vessels. You’ll work on marine operations worldwide, reporting to the Chief Mate and First Mate, and collaborating with a skilled bridge team and other departments.

Your responsibilities include:

• Acting as Bridge Officer of the Watch during sailing, anchoring, port operations, and DP mode, ensuring all activities comply with the Master’s standing orders, international regulations, and good seamanship.
• Operating the Dynamic Positioning (DP) system under supervision, following company procedures and project requirements.
• Preparing voyage plans, monitoring weather forecasts and navigational warnings, and updating nautical charts and publications according to the latest Notices to Mariners.
• Maintaining close collaboration with survey, tension machine, ROV, and other relevant departments to optimize vessel positioning, pipe pull speeds, and power consumption.
• Ensuring all personal documentation (passport, seaman’s book, medical certificate, COC/COP, and STCW training certificates) is up to date and valid.
• Controlling the ballast system as directed, being aware of vessel stability, and coordinating ship-to-ship logistics in liaison with the Barge Foreman and senior officers.
• Monitoring safety, health, and environmental activities, assisting where necessary, and recording all events and incidents in the vessel’s log.
• Carrying out general marine operations, vessel maintenance, and inspections, including maintenance of firefighting and life-saving appliances.
• Participating in emergency drills and exercises, and being part of the emergency teams as per the vessel’s Station Bill.
• Maintaining direct communication and coordinating activities with all relevant departments involved in operations, ensuring efficient and safe execution of tasks

Qualifications & Experience

To succeed as Third Mate at Allseas, you should have:

• Maritime education and compliance with all necessery STCW requirements
• Preferrably, a first experience on a dredging, pipe laying or construction vessel
• In possession of COC with competency level II/1 and IV/2 “Officer in charge of a Navigational Watch with no limitations”.
• Good knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Proficient in the English language (spoken and written).
• Fulfilment of all training and qualification requirements in accordance with the applicable Allseas norms.
• Good communication and reporting skills.
• Minimum one-year experience as an Officer of the Watch (not required if internship completed within Allseas and with Master’s recommendation).
• Ability to act as Junior DP operator under supervision.
• Ability to prepare voyage planning, monitor weather, and update navigational publications.
• Familiarity with vessel stability, ballast control, and ship-to-ship logistics.
• Experience in collaborating with survey, tension machine, ROV, and other departments.
• Commitment to maintaining up-to-date personal documentation and compliance with company safety management systems

Certifications

Additional Information

Working at Allseas allows you the chance to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, with creative thinking, collaboration, and a down-to-earth culture at its core. It means contributing to pioneering projects and working with top-notch technologies.

Apart from that, you can count on the following:

• Competitive salary based on your offshore industry skills and expertise.
• 5x5 rotation schedule for work-life balance.
• Career advancement opportunities in a dynamic organization.
• Global workplace with professionals from 40+ nationalities.
• Robust safety programs and continuous training.
• Varied fleet experience for skill diversification and career enrichment.

Ready to pioneer with us?

If you’re passionate about offshore technology and want to make a difference, we look forward to receiving your CV and motivational letter. Please apply via the Apply button. An online personality questionnaire may be part of the selection procedure.