Farstad Shipping Offshore Simulation Centre (FSOSC)
A world class simulator based training facility for the Australian oil and gas sector
The new Farstad Shipping Offshore Simulation Centre is the first offshore specific simulation centre in Australia and the largest integrated centre of its kind in the world. Featuring the latest in simulator technology and embracing the contemporary teaching methods, we will strive to be a recognised leader in training and skills development of offshore personnel and crews.
With a philosophy of knowledge sharing and industry collaboration, we will assist in development and promotion of industry best practice in the offshore oil and gas sector.
 Management
General Manager – Jeff Knight
I have 14 years experience in the maritime industry, seven of those being in the offshore sector.
Having been a Master on board anchor handling vessels, I understand and appreciate the level of skill and knowledge required for all crew members to ensure safe and efficient operations. The offshore sector is a dangerous and dynamic workplace and I am passionate about ensuring vessel crews are well prepared to meet the challenges they face.
Instructors
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Chief Simulator Instructor – Anthony Allen
I have 30 years of Naval Officer experience, including command in the RAN, having qualified as a UK Royal Navy Warfare officer and Specialist Navigation officer. I have experience conducting operations and navigating in every ocean in the world, including Antarctica operations and in warships of every variety. I bring extensive HR, leadership, management, communication and cultural behavioural skills to the simulation centre, where my enthusiasm and risk awareness of the maritime environment is valuable in the training and up-skilling of Farstad crews to be ‘Better by Far’.
Development Officer/Instructor - Staale Kalsnes
I have been in the offshore since 1985 where I in started my career with Farstad Shipping. I have been on a wide range of vessel types with experience from the North Sea and Brazil in anchor handling and subsea/ROV operations. I have sailed as Master since 1999.
I have recently worked for 3 years at Aalesund University College, Norway, as an instructor at the anchor handling simulator and the bridge navigation simulator.
Dynamic Positioning Instructor – Andy Rogers
I have been at sea for over twenty years, spending the last 12 of that in the offshore industry. Having worked on Supply vessels, Anchor Handlers, Saturation Dive Vessels, Well Intervention and Drilling rigs as a DPO and Snr DPO, during that time. My DP experience has been gained from Class 1 Supply vessels through to the most complex Class 3, 6th Generation semi subs.
I bring a wealth of operator knowledge and operational experience to the Simulator. I am fully aware of the demands placed on the modern DPO today. I am extremely keen to share my knowledge and experience of the offshore industry, and help to further develop standards, through training in this world class facility.
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Chief Dynamic Positioning Instructor – Mark Pointon
I have been involved in the DP industry for longer than I care to remember. I have worked as an Operator, Instructor and Administrator. This experience enables me to appreciate all aspects of the DP Operators role.
I am passionate about Dynamic Positioning and my ambition is to provide top quality training to both new and experienced DPO's in order to develop and maintain their professional status.
Offshore Crane Operator Instructor - Nathan Meade
I have been involved in critical lifting operations for the past 10 years as both a rigger and crane operator.
The past 5 years I have worked in the offshore oil and gas industry predominately as a crane operator.
I have been fortunate enough to have spent the last few years on a 6th generation new build rig with some of the most up to date and modern cranes in the industry including a heave compensated knuckle boom capable of carrying out sub – sea operations.
I am keen to be able to pass on my wealth of experience and enthusiasm for the industry to tomorrows offshore crane operators.
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Partnerships and Affiliations
 Farstad Shipping
Farstad Shipping is an international supplier of modern offshore support vessels. With more than 50 vessels operating around the world and a strong focus on health, safety, environment and quality, Farstad Shipping brings their breadth of experience to ensuring our success. We are a wholly owned subsidiary of Farstad Shipping (Indian Pacific) Pty Ltd.
www.farstad.com
 Offshore Simulator Centre AS (Norway)
Offshore Simulator Centre (OSC) develops the technology, and software used in the simulators in Centre. Using their position in the Maritime Cluster in Aalesund, Norway, OSC brings the world’s most advanced simulators for anchor handling and platform supply operations.
www.offsim.no
 Hogskolen I Aalesund (Aalesund University College)
Aalesund Unversity College is a partner in OSC and works closely with them to deliver world-class anchor handling and platform supply training in Norway. We are fortunate enough to have access to these offshore crew training concepts to offer them in Australia.
www.hials.no
 International Dynamic Positioning Operators Association
The International Dynamic Positioning Operators Association (IDPOA) is a not-for-profit, professional organization for Dynamic Positioning Operators (DPO's) and related companies worldwide. IDPOA works to provide a voice to professional DPOs around the world. We are a Corporate Partner of IDPOA.
www.dpoperators.org
The Nautical Institute
The Nautical Institute (The NI) is a Non-Government Organisation representing seafarers’ and professional mariners’ views at the IMO. The NI is the accrediting body for our Dynamic Positioning facilities for The NI’s DPO Training Scheme.
www.nautinst.org
 Viking SeaTech
Viking SeaTech is an international market leader in the provision of mooring solutions for semi-submersible drilling rigs, floating accommodation units and other key assets that have a critical role in the offshore oil and gas industry. Viking SeaTech have kindly donated 2 tonnes of anchor handling and mooring equipment to us to use as training tools.
www.vikingseatech.com
 International Marine Simulator Forum
The IMSF is an organization for professionals involved in the advancement of maritime education, training and research through the use of simulation. The IMSF was established in 1978 and now consists of nearly 100 members from countries in all continents. FSOSC is a Member of IMSF.
www.imsf.org
 Veripos
Veripos aims to be the market leader in precise navigation and positioning solutions, through the innovative application of technology, continuous product development and operational excellence. We are very pleased to have Veripos GNSS training equipment available for course participants in the centre.
www.veripos.com
 Kongsberg Maritime
Kongsberg Maritime delivers products and systems for dynamic positioning, navigation and automation to merchant vessels and offshore installations. They also supply products and systems for seabed surveying, surveillance, training simulators, and for fishing vessels and fisheries research. FSOSC have an agreement with Kongsberg Maritime for delivery of Kongsberg Maintenance Training at our simulation centre.
www.km.kongsberg.com
 Coastdesign Norway AS
Coastdesign Norway AS is the worldwide expert in delivery, production and support for Autoload for the offshore vessel market. With 20 years’ experience with Autoload and a long relationship with Farstad Shipping, Coastdesign Norway offers a world class product and great support in helping FSOSC provide OSV Stability training in the Asian region.
www.coastdesign.no
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