Chief Integrated Rating

Key Information

Location
Offshore

Work environment
Site

Work area                                           
Offshore logistics and construction support / ports and harbours

Typical employer
Lead contractor or subcontractor

Applicable project phase
Construction / operations (depending on vessel type)

Tasks and responsibilities

A Chief Integrated Rating (CIR) oversees the deck ratings and reports to the Chief Officer. A CIR’s responsibilities can include managing and carrying out deck maintenance, assisting in shipboard operations and cargo support, assisting with painting, and loading of stores, undertaking watchkeeping duties, ensuring safety checks are regularly maintained and recorded and complying with the vessel’s Safety Management System.

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Example competencies

Qualifications

• AMSA Integrated Rating Certificate of Proficiency

• AMSA Chief Integrated Rating Certificate of Proficiency (desirable)

• Current AMSA Medical

• BOSIET (if required for vessel crew changes)

• Flag state medical and endorsement (if required when vessel is nominated)

• Confined Space Entry Certification

• Working at Heights Certification

• Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC) 

• Current Australian passport

• Dogging (DG) and Rigging (RB) certifications

• Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO) certification (if vessel is equipped with helipad or crew changes via helicopter)

• Helicopter Refuelling (HREF) certification (if vessel is equipped with helipad or crew changes via helicopter)

• Respond to a Helideck Incident (HDI) certification (if vessel is equipped with helipad or crew changes via helicopter)

Experience

• Previous experience on a similar vessel type (when vessel is nominated)

• Previous experience in a Chief Integrated Rating / Bosun position

• Experience in implementing and adhering to all regulatory body guidelines, standards, and specifications           

• Leadership experience with the ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines

• Experience in offshore wind highly desirable but not essential

Skills and knowledge

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work with different nationalities and cultural groups

• Reporting capabilities with the ability to update the Chief Officer on any issues or safety concerns          

• General understanding of offshore wind activities, standards, codes, and regulations

• Proficiency with Microsoft suite

Physical requirements

• Physical capability to pass AMSA medical

• Ability to work offshore on a regular rotation roster 

• Ability to pass a BOSIET (if required)

• Availability to mobilise and demobilise on vessel internationally if required

Personal attributes

• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing logistical requirements

• Team player who can lead by example         

• Safety focused, with the ability to promote and adhere to a safety-first work culture

• Capability to ensure a good working environment by keeping to and promoting a tidy workspace