Job description

Location: KSA

Job Description:

We are urgently seeking a highly experienced Chief Officer / Senior DPO (SDPO) for a DSV DP2 (Diving Support Vessel) operating in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The role requires strong command-level operational experience in SAT diving operations, full DP certification, and extensive background working on DSVs.
Candidates with ARAMCO approval will be given priority.
This is a 60-day contract with an ASAP joining date.

Key Responsibilities:

As per company policy, duties may include but are not limited to:
 • Supervising and supporting bridge operations, including DP2 vessel positioning during SAT diving operations
 • Ensuring safe and compliant vessel operations in coordination with Master, diving teams, and project personnel
 • Overseeing navigational watch, DP operations, and emergency procedures
 • Maintaining accurate DP Logbook entries, documentation, and daily operational reports
 • Ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols, vessel policies, and client/ARAMCO requirements

Requirements:

• Master’s License (STCW II/2)
• DP Full Certificate
• Strong and demonstrable experience in SAT diving operations (mandatory)
• Valid STCW certificates
• Valid medical fitness certificate
• Proficiency in English communication
• Minimum 24 months experience on DSV DP2 vessels as Chief Officer / SDPO
• ARAMCO-approved candidates preferred
• Marlins English Test: minimum 80% in all sections

Employment Details:

• Contract Duration: 60 days
• Salary: USD 525 per day
• Benefits: Accommodation, meals, transportation, and flight tickets provided
• Joining Date: ASAP
• Area of Operation: KSA

Application Process:

Qualified candidates are invited to send the following documents:

1. Updated CV with complete sea service history
2. COC & Endorsement and all valid STCW certificates
3. Passport copy
4. Seaman’s Book and DP Logbook – all pages showing sea service details
5. References from previous employers
6. Valid medical certificate
7. Marlins Test results (minimum 80% per section)

Please send applications to e-mail with the subject line:
“Chief Officer / SDPO – DSV DP2 – KSA”