Title Ship's/Vessel Master - Master IV

Department(s) Elizabeth Bay Pearl Farm & other farms, as required.

Reports to Farm Manager / CEO

Job Summary To manage the maintenance, legal requirements and OHS for the mothership, and its operation, and the companies dive and cleaning boats. Work closely with the Farm and Assistant Farm Managers, Head Diver and boat engineer to assist them in the daily planning, organisation, supervision and administration of activities on the farm with the companies best interest in mind at all times.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

OPERATIONAL

- Reports directly to the Farm Manager.
- Work closely with the boat engineer to ensure that maintenance schedules are followed and any issues that could remove a boat from service are resolved as soon as possible and reported at the end of swing meeting.
- Report on the boat’s fitness for operations and any issues to the Farm Manager/CEO on the first working day of the swing, to update and report all items from the previous swing. Schedule meeting times prior to end of swing.
- Inform and liaise with the Farm Manager/ CEO on any future requirements for the companies’ vessels in adequate time to locate or order equipment within the confines of the operating budget.
- Keep concise records on the status of all vessels and report to the Farm Manager/ CEO.
- Work with the Farm and Assistant Farm Managers and Head Diver to assist where necessary.
- Maintain correct and concise records of farm requirements, in conjunction with the Farm and Assistant Farm Managers & Head Diver, and ship’s stores inventory and to ensure that there is adequate gear on the boat to work the given time frames to eliminate unnecessary supply runs. Ensure that all farm equipment on the vessel is inventoried, and when used, re-order in a timely and economical fashion to avoid down time.
- Ensure that you work with and supervise the boat crew and boat skippers throughout the swing to ensure they perform their roles to the standard expected. It is essential that the Vessel Master works with the crew and leads by example.

HUMAN RESOURCES

- Display a positive and approachable attitude at all times.




- Notify and liaise with Farm and Assistant Farm Manager regarding crew requirements and provide adequate time to allow for advertising and finding replacements. Take into consideration crew not required, who are leaving or are taking annual leave.
- Crew to be informed if they are required for the next neap prior to the end of the swing.
- Responsible for dismissal of crew, in conjunction with the Farm and Assistant Farm Manager providing correct procedure has been followed utilising the assistance of the HR Manager.
- Observe and understand the new and existing company policies and procedures, ensure they are implemented and enforced, adhering to any relevant Government legislation. All relevant processes to be documented and relayed to the Farm Manager / CEO as soon as possible. Ensure that there is no breach of company policy at any time.
- Report to the Farm and Assistant Farm Manager all levels of crew performance relating to those activities/tasks outlined in the crew’s Job Descriptions. Ensure that all crew under your supervision adhere to their job descriptions and company policies and organisational structure requirements. This includes if their responsibilities change or if they attain higher certification.
- Oversee the training of crew.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times. Set a positive example to all crew at all times, taking into consideration the companies’ policies and procedures.

OHS

- Develop and Implement new procedures in training in terms of preventative maintenance, vessel checklists and other training that would add to the efficiency of the business.
- Maintain the Safety Log documenting all injuries, large or small and any near misses to be signed off by the crew member. Ensure that all workers compensation claims and incident reports are reported to the HR Manager at the time of injury.
- Implement and maintain safety records on the vessel.

FINANCIAL

- Monitor,



operating budgets associated with the vessels that are your responsibility. Ensure you develop a thorough understanding of decisions and processes that affect those budgets.
- Ensure that you receive a copy of the small boats’ daily logs to monitor the condition of the boats providing the company with a better understanding of costs in maintaining the vessels.

GENERAL

- Liaise with engineering staff to ensure that crew are adhering to engineering requirements. If engineering staff want the crew to perform duties that will eliminate breakdowns, down time etc. ensure that directives are followed. This information will be communicated to crew members by yourself.
- Report any defective equipment to Engineers and/or Farm Manager so as to solve problems as soon as possible.
- Liaise with the Farm and Production Managers and Head Diver should the vessel be required to moved due to work or dive requirements.
- Responsible for the organisation of survey preparation of the boats, refits and purchasing of new vessels in conjunction with the Head Engineer, Logistics & Purchasing and the Vessel Manager.

Minimum Requirements

Master IV – minimum 4 years experience

High level of computer literacy

Highly demonstrated oral and written communication skills

Senior First Aid

Current C Class drivers licence

Desirable

Med II

Pearling experience

Understanding &

experience with marine engineering

Forklift Ticket

Pearl Masters Licence (Department of Fisheries)

HR Licence

Abilities Required

Must be mentally and physically fit

Must be self motivated

Able to work as a team leader and be part of a team

Excellent time management and self organisation skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to obtain MSIC card and Port of Broome Card

Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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