As a Port Captain, you will play a vital role in overseeing and coordinating maritime operations for a fleet of Jones Act ATBs. Your responsibilities will include ensuring safe and efficient vessel movements, managing port facilities, and maintaining compliance with applicable regulations. This position requires a strong understanding of maritime operations, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee vessel movements within ports, including arrivals, departures, and berthing operations
- Plan and allocate resources to ensure timely and efficient handling of vessels, cargo, and personnel
- Monitor weather conditions, navigational charts, and port restrictions to ensure safe operations
- Communicate with ship captains to provide guidance, updates, and support as needed.
- Manage infrastructure, facilities, and equipment to ensure optimal utilization and maintenance
- Collaborate with terminal operators and other service providers to ensure smooth cargo handling operations
- Monitor and enforce compliance with safety regulations, security protocols, and environmental standards
- Identify and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
- Promote and enforce adherence to safety procedures and regulations within the port area
- Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions
- Ensure compliance with relevant maritime regulations, port bylaws, and international standards
- Investigate and report incidents, accidents, and near-misses, and implement preventive measures.
- Supervise and lead a team of port operations personnel
- Provide guidance, training, and performance feedback to ensure a skilled and motivated workforce
- Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement among team members.
- Possess a USCG Merchant Mariners License, Chief Officer Unlimited, or Master Towing Vessels license preferred
- 5-10 years of vessel operations experience of barges or tankers.
- Working knowledge of modern navigation software
- Familiar with regulatory requirements and vessel inspections
- Experience supervising a large group of employees, training and employee development
- Microsoft Office skills
- 40% travel to vessels (willing to stand weekend/evening duty)
- This position offers a great opportunity for a shore based role and career progressions to senior management
- The company offer flexible working
- Unlimited PTO, 401k and excellent healthcare benefits
- Join a growing team, focusing on sustainability, innovation and safety