0 Floating Storage and Offloading (FSO) Seafarer Jobs

Floating Storage and Offloading (FSO) vessels are moored offshore facilities used for the temporary storage and offloading of hydrocarbons from production platforms or subsea wells. Unlike FPSOs, FSOs do not process oil and gas, focusing instead on storage, cargo management, and safe offloading to shuttle tankers or barges. Operating 24/7 in challenging marine environments, FSOs require a competent, safety-focused marine crew skilled in tanker operations, mooring systems, and offloading procedures under international safety and pollution prevention regulations (e.g. SOLAS, MARPOL, ISGOTT, and ISM Code).

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Master (OIM/Marine Superintendent)

• Hold full command of the FSO and overall responsibility for marine operations, crew safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with field operators, shuttle tankers, and shore-based management.
• Ensure safe station keeping (single point mooring, turret, or spread mooring), offloading, and emergency preparedness.
• Oversee ISM, ISPS, and emergency response procedures.

Chief Officer / Chief Mate

• Manage cargo operations including storage tank management, stripping, inerting, and offloading.
• Supervise mooring systems, hawser maintenance, and tandem or side-by-side offloading procedures.
• Conduct ullaging, sampling, cargo planning, and tank inspections in line with ISGOTT and MARPOL.
• Maintain deck equipment, firefighting systems, and LSA readiness.

Second Officer

• Perform navigational and anchor watchkeeping (if propulsion is present or during shuttle interaction).
• Maintain bridge equipment, GMDSS, and navigational charts and publications.
• Assist with cargo watch, tank monitoring, and offloading safety.
• Support documentation, drills, and safety inspections.

Third Officer

• Assist in navigational watch and monitor deck lighting, access control, and mooring security.
• Conduct inspections of lifesaving and firefighting equipment (LSA/FFA).
• Assist in mooring/unmooring operations and participate in emergency drills.

Chief Engineer

• Oversee all propulsion (if applicable), auxiliary machinery, and power generation systems.
• Maintain inert gas systems, cargo pumps (if fitted), hydraulic winches, and pollution control equipment.
• Ensure engine room compliance with MARPOL Annex I and PMS execution.
• Lead the engine team and coordinate spare part management.

Second Engineer

• Manage engine room operations, assist with bunkering, and supervise maintenance of auxiliary systems.
• Monitor lube oil, fuel systems, and cooling systems for cargo-handling and power generation machinery.
• Assist with record-keeping and support emergency systems maintenance.

Third Engineer / Fourth Engineer

• Conduct machinery rounds, system checks, and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Support cargo pump maintenance, inert gas blower operations, and emergency systems.
• Assist with bilge and waste management routines.

Oilers / Wipers

• Support engineers with machinery lubrication, monitoring, and cleaning.
• Conduct regular engine room duties, fuel checks, and maintenance assistance.
• Record tank levels, assist with bunkering, and maintain cleanliness of engine spaces.

ETO / Electrician

• Maintain electrical power systems, automation panels, and lighting circuits.
• Troubleshoot alarms, instrumentation, and control systems for cargo and mooring systems.
• Ensure emergency systems (e.g., UPS, emergency lighting) are operational at all times.

Pumpman (if carried)

• Operate and maintain cargo pumps, valves, IG systems, and cargo lines.
• Support tank cleaning, crude oil washing (if occasionally performed), and cargo line integrity checks.
• Inspect cargo deck machinery and support loading arm or hose connection procedures.

Deck Crew (Bosun, ABs, OSs)

• Assist with mooring/unmooring operations, hawser handling, chafe chain maintenance, and offloading equipment setup.
• Perform deck maintenance, hose operations, cleaning, and painting.
• Participate in emergency drills, firefighting, and spill response exercises.
• Monitor cargo deck safety and assist with FFA/LSA upkeep.

Cook / Steward (if carried)

• Prepare meals for the crew and maintain galley hygiene standards.
• Clean accommodation, mess areas, and assist with laundry and stores.
• Monitor food supplies and adhere to food safety and sanitation regulations.

Common Responsibilities for All Crew

• Participate in drills (fire, spill, man overboard, abandon ship, and oil offloading emergency scenarios).
• Follow company and regulatory safety, health, and environmental policies.
• Maintain operational readiness and report any unsafe conditions or equipment faults.
• Adhere to the permit-to-work system, PPE protocols, and routine inspections.