Chief officer

Chief Officer Main Responsibilities Safety & Navigation: compliance with safe working practices and ensuring safe navigation during watchkeeping. Operations: safe and efficient cargo operations, comprehensive documentation, and general planning of deck maintenance and deck department operations. Authority: issue and enforcement of appropriate permits to work. Ship Stability: management of the ship's stress and stability. Resource Management: environmental management, ballast management, and garbage management. Crew Management: overlooking crew training and development, the crew appraisal process, crew welfare, and the crew disciplinary process. Monitoring: monitoring fresh water supply, quality, consumption, and storage. Emergency Response: coordination of emergency response at the scene of the incident and safe launching of lifeboats and rescue boats. Culture: speaking up if or when unsafe practices or conditions are identified, and ensuring crew compliance with safety and hygiene req...