Mate on a tug who keeps the navigational watch, supervises deck and towing gear, and deputises for the Tug Master.
Responsibilities
Keep navigational watch and handle the tug under the Master's direction
Supervise deck crew during make-fast, towing and let-go operations
Inspect and maintain towlines, winches, fenders and deck equipment
Maintain LSA/FFA and assist with drills and records
Qualifications
STCW / Mandatory
STCW II/1 Certificate of Competency – OIC Navigational Watch, or II/3 OOW < 500 GT near-coastal (per flag)
STCW IV/2 GMDSS General Operator's Certificate (GOC) (or ROC per flag)
STCW VI/1 Basic Training (PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR)
STCW VI/2-1 Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats (PSCRB)
STCW VI/3 Advanced Fire Fighting
STCW VI/4-1 Medical First Aid
STCW VI/6-2 Seafarers with Designated Security Duties
Radar Navigation, Radar Plotting & Use of ARPA – operational level
Bridge Resource Management / Bridge Team Management (STCW A-II/1, A-II/2)
Leadership & Teamwork (STCW A-II/1 / A-III/1 / A-III/6)
Other / Company
Valid PEME / medical fitness certificate (STCW I/9; MLC 2006 Reg 1.2) and ship-specific familiarization (STCW I/14) before assuming duties
Towline safety & winch operation training
Tug handling familiarization