Location: North Sea
Vessel Type: SCOV DP2
GRT: 9,423
Year Built: 2009
Flag: Norway
Crane: 1 × 150 tonnes SWL
Employment Type: Contract
Job Description
We are recruiting an experienced AB / Crane Operator to join a Norwegian-flagged SCOV DP2 vessel operating in the North Sea.
The successful candidate will perform both Able Seaman and offshore crane operations and must have relevant experience onboard MPSV, OCV or DSV vessels. Due to the vessel's flag-specific requirements, candidates must meet the nationality and EU residency conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform deck duties as an Able Seaman in accordance with company procedures.
- Safely operate the vessel's 150-tonnes SWL crane.
- Carry out lifting and cargo-handling operations in accordance with approved procedures.
- Assist with deck, mooring and offshore operations.
- Conduct routine inspection and maintenance of deck and crane equipment.
- Follow lifting plans, risk assessments and permit-to-work procedures.
- Participate in emergency drills and maintain high safety standards onboard.
- Report equipment defects, unsafe conditions and operational issues.
Requirements
- Valid EU passport – mandatory, OR Ukrainian nationality with a valid EU residence permit.
- First Class Seaman License – mandatory.
- Valid Crane Operator's Certificate, one of the following:
- Sparrows Stage 3
- EnerMech Stage 3
- G5
- AIS Survivex
- Minimum 18 months of actual onboard experience on MPSV / OCV / DSV vessels in the rank of AB / Crane Operator.
- Valid COC / Endorsement and all applicable STCW certificates.
- Valid medical certificate.
- Valid Seaman's Book.
- Good command of English.
- Relevant offshore vessel experience.
- Availability to join on 16 September 2026.
Employment Details
Wages: EUR 350 per day
Contract Duration: 4 weeks
Area of Sailing: North Sea
Joining Date: 16 September 2026
Vessel: SCOV DP2, GRT 9,423, built 2009, Norwegian Flag
Crane: 150 tonnes SWL
Required Application Documents
Please apply with:
- Updated CV with detailed sea-service history.
- COC, Endorsement and all valid STCW certificates.
- Passport copy.
- Copies of all Seaman's Book pages showing sea-service evidence for each vessel listed in the CV.
- References from previous employers.
- Valid medical certificate.
- EU residence permit, where applicable for Ukrainian candidates.