Job Title



Radio Operator (Offshore FPSO)



Location



Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) Facility – Offshore

Employment Type



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

Job Purpose



The Radio Operator is responsible for managing all offshore communications and logistics coordination onboard the FPSO. The role ensures continuous, reliable, and secure communication between the FPSO, supply vessels, helicopters, shore base, and emergency response agencies. The Radio Operator supports marine logistics, personnel movements, cargo coordination, weather reporting, emergency communications, and maintains communication systems in compliance with Company procedures and international maritime regulations.

Key Responsibilities



Communications Operations

Marine & Aviation Logistics

Logistics Administration

Emergency Response

Communication Systems

Documentation & Reporting

HSSEQ Responsibilities



Qualifications



Essential



• Secondary School Certificate or equivalent.
• Certificate of Competency as a Radio Operator or equivalent maritime communications qualification.
• Valid Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) General Operator's Certificate (GOC).
• Offshore survival certification (e.g., BOSIET/FOET or equivalent).
• Valid Offshore Medical Certificate.

Preferred



• Diploma or Certificate in Maritime Communications, Marine Operations, Logistics, or Telecommunications.
• Marine or offshore logistics qualification.
• Dynamic Positioning (DP) awareness (desirable).

Experience



Essential



• Minimum 3–5 years experience as a Radio Operator, Marine Communications Officer, or Marine Logistics Coordinator in the offshore oil and gas industry.
• Experience on an FPSO, offshore production platform, drilling rig, MODU, or offshore support vessel.
• Experience coordinating helicopter and vessel logistics.
• Experience with marine radio communications and emergency procedures.

Preferred



• Experience with offshore logistics management systems.
• Previous experience supporting emergency response communications.
• Familiarity with marine traffic coordination and offshore aviation operations.

Knowledge



• Marine radio communication procedures
• GMDSS operations
• Offshore logistics coordination
• Helicopter operations
• Marine vessel movements
• Emergency response communications
• International maritime communication regulations
• Offshore safety management systems
• Marine weather reporting
• Personnel logistics and crew change coordination
• Communication record management

Typical Certifications



• GMDSS General Operator's Certificate (GOC)
• Offshore Survival (BOSIET/FOET)
• Offshore Medical Certificate
• Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET), where applicable
• HS Awareness / Escape
• Basic First Aid
• Fire Awareness / Basic Fire Fighting
• Manual Handling
• Permit to Work (PTW) Awareness
• Incident Command / Emergency Response Communications (preferred)

Location: Walvis Bay and Lüderitz



Closing Date: 31/7/2026