Second Officer Jobs

Second Officer Jobs Global Deck Department Recruitment

The Second Officer also known as Second Mate plays a key role in bridge operations navigation and voyage planning. This position supports the Master and Chief Officer in ensuring safe navigation cargo readiness compliance and overall deck department efficiency. Deltareco connects employers across India the Middle East and Russia with certified Second Officers who bring strong technical and operational skills.

Our recruitment network enables shipping companies offshore operators and tanker fleets to hire reliable Second Officers who maintain high precision and operational discipline.

For Employers Hire Qualified Second Officers

Deltareco supports employers in India Saudi Arabia UAE Qatar Oman Kuwait and Russian maritime regions with experienced Second Officers who are trained in navigation chart work watch keeping and safety procedures.

Employer Value Offering

• Second Officers with proven navigation and passage planning skills
• Strong watch keeping experience for day and night bridge operations
• Compliance with STCW and flag state requirements
• Support for cargo operations stability calculations and deck team coordination
• Immediate mobilization for India Gulf and Russia based projects

Industries Served

• Commercial shipping including tanker container and bulk fleets
• Offshore supply and AHTS vessels
• DP vessel operations
• Port and terminal operations
• Russian ice class and cold water fleets

For Job Seekers Apply for Second Officer Roles

Deltareco offers Second Officer opportunities with global fleets operating across India the Middle East and Russia. Certified candidates with navigation experience and updated documentation can apply for immediate overseas assignments.

Roles Available

• Second Officer for Offshore Supply Vessel
• Second Officer for Oil and Chemical Tanker
• Second Officer for Bulk Carrier and Container Vessel
• Second Officer for AHTS and Marine Support Vessel
• Second Officer for DP2 and DP3 operations
• Second Officer for Russian ice class vessels

Candidate Requirements

• Valid Certificate of Competency for Second Officer
• Updated STCW certifications
• Navigation and bridge watch experience
• Strong background in chart work passage planning and safety checks
• DP familiarization for DP fleet assignments

Core Responsibilities of a Second Officer

• Voyage planning and navigational chart preparation
• Bridge watch keeping during sea passages
• Monitoring of radar communication systems and navigational equipment
• Coordination of safety equipment inspections and emergency readiness
• Support for cargo operations and stability calculations
• Documentation log entries and reporting
• Assistance to Master and Chief Officer with navigation and deck operations

Key Competencies

• Strong navigation and plotting skills
• Watch keeping accuracy and situational awareness
• Knowledge of maritime safety and emergency procedures
• Ability to use modern navigational systems
• Team coordination and support for deck operations
• Adaptability to India Gulf and Russia operational conditions

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