EXPERIENCED CHIEF OFFICER – OIL / CHEMICAL TANKER
As the only French oil tanker operator, SOCATRA is currently expanding, with a fleet renewal and growth plan reaching 17 oil/chemical tankers (from 8,000 to 50,000 DWT) by 2027.
A family-owned shipping company on a human scale, committed to innovation and environmental impact, SOCATRA has been a pioneer in wind-assisted propulsion with the installation of rotor sails on Alcyone, a supply vessel operating in Polynesia. The company has also made nearly 50% of its fleet greener with the delivery of new vessels powered by hybrid and dual fuel/methanol propulsion systems.
As part of this fleet modernization and expansion, we are looking for experienced Chief Officers with a validated tanker matrix on oil/chemical tankers.
Responsibilities
Under the Master’s supervision, your duties will include:
- Managing cargo operations (loading, discharging, tank cleaning)
- Planning and monitoring maintenance and operation of deck equipment, machinery, and general vessel upkeep
- Planning and monitoring maintenance and operation of safety and lifesaving equipment (lifesaving appliances, firefighting systems, mandatory drills)
- Assisting the Master in preparing for and conducting inspections (vettings, audits, etc.)
- Supervising and training the crew
- Ensuring safe navigation (bridge watchkeeping)
Profile Required
- Proven experience as Chief Officer with a validated matrix on oil/chemical tankers
- Basic training certificate for oil and chemical tankers
- Advanced training certificate for oil tankers
- Advanced training certificate for chemical tankers
- Good command of spoken and written English
Additional Assets
- Basic IGF training certificate
- Advanced IGF training certificate
Working Conditions
- Permanent contract (CDI) under the ENIM scheme
- Deep-sea / tramp shipping operations
- 13th month salary, employee savings plan (PEE) with employer contribution
Position available immediately
If you are passionate about navigation and have the required skills, join our team.
To apply:
If you want, I can also “internationalize” it a bit more (less literal, more like what Anglo maritime companies publish) — right now it’s accurate, but still slightly French in structure.