Licensed Mate (11/16 – 11/21)

Watchstanding role originating in Mobile, AL. Bluepoint requires (2) 3M for this job at $840/day.

VESSEL: T-EPF

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking multiple USCG-licensed unlimited tonnage 3rd Mate for an underway assignment originating in Mobile, AL .

This is a 12 hour/day watchstanding role for $840/day

• Travel – 11/16
• Yard Day- 11/17
• Sea- 11/18
• Sea- 11/19
• Sea- 11/20
• Travel- 11/21

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Navigational Watchkeeping (Bridge Watch): Stand assigned navigation watches underway. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe lookout, operating bridge electronics (RADAR, ECDIS, AIS, ARPA), applying COLREGS (Rules of the Road), executing the voyage plan, and logging weather, traffic, and vessel positions.
• Safety Officer & Equipment Maintenance: Inspect, maintain, and log all Life-Saving Appliances (LSA) and Fire-Fighting Equipment (FFE) to ensure compliance with USCG, SOLAS, and ABS regulations. This includes:
  • Lifeboats, life rafts, rescue boats, immersion suits, and life jackets.
  • Portable and fixed fire extinguishers, fire hoses, SCBA gear, and pyrotechnics.
  • Testing emergency alarms, general alarms, and bridge systems regularly.
• Emergency Response & Safety Drills: Lead assigned emergency stations during drills and actual emergencies (e.g., serving as a fire team leader, rescue boat crew, or bringing emergency comms/EPIRBs during abandon-ship scenarios). Conduct safety orientation and familiarization for new crew members.
• Port & Cargo Operations Watch: Stand deck and security watches while in port or at anchor. Monitor line tending, gangway security, ballasting/deballasting operations, and assist the Chief Mate with cargo loading/discharging and draft readings.
• Logbook Maintenance & Administration: Maintain the Deck Log Book, Port Log, Compass Error Log, Radar Log, and record all safety inspection forms, drills, and regulatory maintenance logs accurately.
• General Deck Operations: Assist with anchoring, mooring, unmooring, and bridge preparation prior to departure or arrival. Help train deck cadets and ordinary/able seamen.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• License: Current USCG 3rd Mate License (Unlimited).
• Credentials:
  • Valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential).
  • Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with current medical certificate.
  • Valid U.S. Passport.
  • STCW-95 endorsements appropriate for rank.
• Experience: Experience with watchstadning.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to safely navigate shipboard ladders, work in tight spaces, and lift up to 50 lbs in a shipyard or vessel environment.