Boatswain (Bosun)

Vantegral ConsultingLagos, Nigeria

5 days ago

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Job title : Boatswain (Bosun)

Job Location : Lagos

Deadline : November 29, 2025

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Job Summary

The Boatswain (Bosun) plays a vital role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of deck operations aboard offshore support vessels, platforms, or rigs.

The role involves supervising deck crews, maintaining deck and cargo-handling equipment, and ensuring compliance with offshore safety and maintenance standards.

The Bosun serves as the key link between deck officers and deck ratings, ensuring all deck activities support offshore production, logistics, and marine integrity operations.

Key Responsibilities

Supervision & Leadership

Lead, assign, and supervise deck crew during maintenance, lifting, mooring, and cargo operations.

Ensure all deck personnel follow safety procedures and permit-to-work systems.

Coordinate deck crew activities according to the daily work plan set by the Chief Officer.

Deck Operations

Oversee offshore operations such as mooring, anchor handling, towing, and supply loading / unloading.

Operate and maintain deck machinery, including winches, cranes, and capstans.

Prepare and secure cargo and equipment for transfer to platforms, rigs, and vessels.

Maintenance

Conduct regular inspection, cleaning, and preservation of deck surfaces, fittings, and equipment.

Maintain ropes, wires, chains, and rigging gear to offshore operational standards.

Report maintenance needs, damage, or safety hazards to the Chief Officer promptly.

Safety & Compliance

Enforce compliance with Safety Management Systems (ISM / ISPS) and offshore HSE regulation

Participate in safety drills, toolbox meetings, and emergency response exercises.

Ensure all deck crew are properly equipped with and using appropriate PPE

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain accurate records of deck maintenance, safety checks, and daily operations.

Assist in completing deck logs, maintenance reports, and lifting plans.

Qualifications and Experience

3 5 years of experience in deck operations within the offshore oil & gas or marine industry.

Valid STCW certification and Bosun competency endorsement.

Seafarer's Identification and Record Book (SIRB) and Offshore Medical Certificate (OGUK or equivalent).

In-depth knowledge of offshore lifting operations, rigging, and mooring procedures.

Familiar with Permit to Work (PTW) systems and offshore safety management standards

Strong leadership and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience on AHTS (Anchor Handling Tug Supply) or DP (Dynamic Positioning) vessels.

Offshore safety certifications such as BOSIET / HUET.

Familiarity with OCIMF and IMCA operational standards.

Key Competencies :

Strong leadership and team coordination abilities.

Excellent seamanship and technical knowledge of deck equipment.

Safety-oriented mindset and emergency preparedness.

Effective communication and reporting skills.

Physical fitness and adaptability to offshore working conditions.

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