Job Title



Deck Crew (Offshore FPSO)



Location



Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) – Offshore

Employment Type

Rotation-Based Offshore Assignment (e.g., 21/21 or 28/28 rotation)

Job Purpose



The Deck Crew is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient execution of routine deck operations onboard the FPSO. The role assists with cargo handling, lifting operations, vessel support, mooring activities, housekeeping, and routine maintenance of deck equipment and structures. Working under the direction of the Deck Lead, the Deck Crew ensures all activities are carried out in accordance with Company HSSEQ policies, marine procedures, and applicable maritime regulations to support safe and continuous offshore production operations.

Qualifications

Essential



• Secondary School Certificate or equivalent.
• Offshore survival certification (e.g., BOSIET/FOET or equivalent).
• Valid Offshore Medical Certificate.

Preferred



• Certificate in Marine Operations or Deck Operations.
• Banksman & Slinger certification.
• Basic Rigging certification.
• Helideck Operations awareness training.
• Basic seamanship training.

Experience



Essential



• Minimum 2–3 years experience in offshore deck operations, marine operations, or cargo handling within the oil and gas or maritime industry.
• Previous experience on an FPSO, offshore production platform, drilling rig, offshore support vessel, or merchant vessel.
• Experience assisting with lifting operations and cargo handling.

Preferred



• Experience supporting offshore logistics and marine operations.
• Experience with mooring operations and deck maintenance.
• Familiarity with hazardous area working practices.

Knowledge

• Offshore deck operations
• Cargo handling and securing techniques
• Basic lifting and rigging practices
• Mooring equipment and operations
• Housekeeping and corrosion control
• Permit to Work (PTW) systems
• Offshore emergency response procedures
• Marine safety requirements
• Basic hazard identification and risk assessment
• Company HSSEQ standards

Skills

• Safe manual handling and lifting techniques
• Rigging and slinging (where qualified)
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures
• Good situational awareness
• Basic maintenance and preservation skills
• Time management and task prioritisation
• Physical fitness for offshore manual work
• Ability to work safely under pressure

Certifications

• BOSIET / FOET
• Offshore Medical Certificate
• HS Awareness / Escape
• Banksman & Slinger (preferred)
• Basic Rigging (preferred)
• Permit to Work (PTW) Awareness
• Manual Handling
• Working at Heights
• Basic First Aid
• Fire Awareness / Basic Fire Fighting
• Helideck Operations Awareness (preferred)

Location: Walvis Bay and Lüderitz



Closing Date: 31/7/2026