Master – Crew Transfer Vessel

Key Information

Location
Offshore

Work environment
Site

Work area
Ports and harbours

Typical employer
Lead contractor or subcontractor

Applicable project phase
Operations

Tasks and responsibilities

A Master has overall responsibility and authority of the Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) and must ensure the safety of the passengers and crew both on board and during the personnel transfer to the wind turbine towers.

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Example competencies

Qualifications

• AMSA endorsed near coastal Master Certificate (Master less than 24m Near Coastal, Master Inland Waters, Master less than 35m Near Coastal, Master less than 80m Near Coastal - to be determined when CTV is selected)

• Current AMSA Medical

• Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC)

• Construction White Card (only required if CTV is engaged for construction phase)

Experience

• Experience as Master of an inshore vessel leading a small team

• Experience on a small passenger vessel transferring personnel to offshore facilities     

• Experience in offshore wind highly desirable but not essential

Skills and knowledge

• Outstanding communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with passengers

• Strong understanding of the risks associated with boarding and disembarking to an offshore wind turbine and associated facilities           

• Sound knowledge of inshore marine and local harbour standards, codes, and regulations

Physical requirements

• Ability to pass AMSA medical 

• Ability to work at sea in varying weather conditions on a regular rotation roster

Personal attributes

• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing logistical requirements

• Team player who has outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills     

• Zero harm attitude, with the ability to promote a safety-first work culture, ensuring the safety of the passengers and crew members is always the priority