3Rd Officer

Serco is a place where you can grow
Join a team of 12,000+ professionals across Asia Pacific (APAC) and experience a place of challenge, opportunity, and reward.
We offer lots of headroom for you to grow and flexible benefits to suit you in every stage of your life and career, including:

Access to training and development programs
Long-term government-backed contracts
Supportive, collaborative work culture
Be part of a team that shapes global scientific research
Unique opportunity aboard the world leading Icebreaker vessel
Casual position

Make an impact at Serco
As a Third Officer onboard the RSV Nuyina, you'll ensure safe navigation, oversee vital safety equipment, and support key vessel operations. Working closely with the Master and Chief Mate, you'll be part of a dedicated team that contributes to the ship's maintenance and safety protocols.
As a Third Officer, you'll make a positive impact by:

Managing navigation watches and monitoring the vessel's passage plan
Testing and maintaining life-saving and firefighting equipment
Overseeing cargo operations and coordinating with shore teams
Supporting training and induction for new crew members
Ensuring compliance with Serco's Safety Management System (SMS)
Participating in safety drills and emergency response activities

Serco is a place for you
To be successful in this role, you'll have:

Current Passport
AMSA Certificate of Medical Fitness
AMSA-issued Watchkeeper Deck (Unrestricted) Certificate
Dynamic Positioning Operator (DPO) Certificate
GMDSS General Operator's Certificate (GOC)
Security Awareness Training
Advanced Firefighting (AFF) and proficiency in survival craft
Experience in polar, scientific, or resupply vessel operations
Ability to use ship operating IT systems and draft documents
Ability to pass a Polar Medical

This is a position of trust and responsibility and to support this we will conduct a thorough probity assessment as an essential selection component for this role. You must have the ability to become a Permanent Resident of Australia and be willing to undergo an AAD Polar Medical Examination.
Serco requires employees in this role to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our people. Please consider this requirement when submitting your application.
As a fast-growing global company, Serco offers a supportive culture and flexible approach to work-life. With long-term government contracts, you'll have opportunities for growth in Defence, Space, Health, and more.
Are you ready to do important work that really matters?
At Serco, we bring together the right people, technology, and partners to create solutions that address urgent and complex challenges. Join us and make an impact on communities across Australia, New Zealand, and Hong Kong.
We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQI+, veterans, and people with disability.
Impact a better future at Serco.

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