Introduction

Are you ready to take charge of an exciting and dynamic role in the heart of Gladstone'? our client, a global leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification services are looking for a highly skilled Loading Master to join their team in Gladstone.

What are you going to do 

The successful candidate will supervise, control and manage the entire berthing & loading operation of the LNG carrier in an enthusiastic and professional manner according to procedures and policies, thereby ensuring complete safe and successful operation and total customer satisfaction.

  • Revise the LNG Tankers' compatibility studies. Output from programme not how to us the programme.
  • Monitor the OPTIMOOR program to apply mooring analysis (supervised with the vessel personal.
  • Participate in pre-arrival correspondences with concerned parties.
  • Supervise Berthing, Mooring and Un-berthing of LNG Tankers and the gangway movement.
  • Conduct Pre-load meetings and discuss the Ship shore checklist with vessel's senior officers.
  • Carry out Pre-load periodic safety checks. Conduct Emergency Shut Down Test between the terminal and the vessel. (Warm ESD from Ship to shore and Cold ESD from shore to ship).
  • Supervise the connection of the loading arms before loading and observe the pressure tests and reportany leaks to the CCR and the vessel master. (no actual interactions with loading arm corrections).
  • Follow up on the LNG loading to ensure a smooth, safe operation. Communicate with the QCLNG CCR to start the cool down operation.
  • Communicate with the QCLNG CCR to start the cool down operation.
  • Set to the agreed loading rate.
  • Conduct periodical ship and jetty safety inspections.
  • Supervise the rampdown, complete loading, purging and draining operations.
  • Supervise the disconnections of the loading arms.
  • Issuing of cargo documentation.
  • Comply with client and site requirements at all times.

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Marine Qualification , preferably Master Class I, minimum Chief Officer Certificate of competency (Desirable)
  • Experienced in the loading and berthing of the LNG carriers.
  • Ability to plan and manage time and resources.
  • High degree of organisational skills.
  • Sound knowledge of procedures, including ISO (9001-2008) systems.
  • Professional manner.
  • Proficient in OPTIMOOR program.
  • Valid Australian Driving License.
  • Obtain and maintain Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC)
  • Sound knowledge of the Shipping Industry.

What we offer 

  • Gladstone QLD based role
  • 5 days on 4 days off roster
  • Fantastic rates available
  • Candidates must reside in Gladstone or be willing to relocate (relocation packages available for suitable candidates)