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Duties of Radio Officer in an Oil Rig

·        Maintain radio communications with shore bases, other vessels and helicopters.

·        Maintain watch on international distress frequencies in order to be of assistance if required.

·        In the event of rig emergency maintains communication with bases and outside emergency co-ordination centers.

·        Provide helicopters with current weather information as required.

·        Maintain SAR watch whilst helicopters in transit to and from rig.

·        Liaise with Helicopter Landing Officer reference helicopter movements.

·        Relay helicopter flight information to helicopter shore base if requested by pilot.

·        Ensure compliance with requirements for radios and associated equipment during radio silence periods.

·        Advise supply vessels of helicopter movements, emergency drills and radio silence requirements.

·        Make regular PA announcements reference helicopter movements, radio silence and other safety related information.

·        Conduct planned maintenance on radio and navigation equipment.

·        Conduct weekly checks on emergency batteries (radio equip) and charger system.

·        Conduct scheduled inspections and maintenance on all radio and navigation equipment.

·        Including emergency communication and navigation equipment in lifeboats etc.

·        Assist Electronic Technician to troubleshoot and repair faulty radio an navigation equipment.

·        Make weather observations and reports if required