Bridge Supervisor

Job Summary:

A Bridge Supervisor is regarded as someone who can liaise with the Marine, ROV, Diving and Deck Crew order to achieve outcomes as required by the client and contracting company.

The Bridge Supervisor must have significant experience in Subsea Construction Operations and have a proven track record in either ROV or Diving operations. It is for this reason that the operational experience forms an important part of the criteria for this grade.

The Bridge Supervisor must also be proficient in most aspects of management and this is therefore assessed within this grade as an ongoing competence.

The Bridge Supervisor is also expected to coach and assess colleagues in all aspects of sub-sea operations and maintenance. Bridge Supervisors may apply for formal assessment qualifications which are awarded by the awarding body EAL. They are however assessed on their assessment skills within this grade in line with IMCA requirements.

The five competencies within this grade are also found within the ROV supervisor competencies. These competencies are considered to be essential within all supervisory roles. They therefore form the on-going competencies that must be repeated by personnel who wish to remain in the most senior role for offshore personnel involved in sub-sea operations.

Entry Level Specifications:

• Be in possession of a current and valid offshore medical certificate that is acceptable in the region of the world in which they are employed
• Be in possession of a current and valid offshore survival certificate that is acceptable in the region of the world in which they are employed
• Achieve 540 days offshore experience in an ROV/Diving Supervisor Grade
• Have a minimum of 72 months in the industry

The following competencies will be assessed through performance criteria:

Competencies	Performance Criteria	Underpinning Knowledge Questions
1) Demonstrates the ability to perform activities in a safe manner in accordance with legislative and operating company requirements
2) Demonstrates the ability to co-ordinate the Subsea Construction Team during an emergency situation in the workplace
3) Demonstrates the ability to coach personnel, assess their skills and implement effective management techniques in the workplace
4) Demonstrates the ability to liaise with the Client and Subsea Construction Team including ROV, Marine (Back Deck) Survey and Diving
5) Demonstrates the ability to implement and mange Company Quality Systems in the workplace
Supporting Documentation:
Assessment Plan
Assessment Feedback Form
Assessor Sign off Form
Record of Witnesses Form
Witness Statement
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