Marine Operations Specialist

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMarine Operations Specialist Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Marine Operations Specialist to support the Port Captain in managing the operational, navigational, and safety aspects of our commercial fleet vessels. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our fleet, regulatory compliance, and effective communication with ship crews. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of marine operations, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.

Marine Operations Specialist Responsibilities

• Manages with the Port Captain responsibility for Ship Operations including ship’s crew, marine operations, navigation, safety, statutory compliance, long range planning, policy implementation and port call activity coordination.
• Routinely communicates with vessels during operations for planning, support and in response to emerging events.
• Ensure all ships are operated in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor weather conditions, navigational charts, and port restrictions to support VMT’s safe operations.
• Develops capital and operating budgets with the Port Captain to efficiently monitor budgets for vessel operations.
• Oversees, with Engineering and Operations departments, SIP, USCG, SQE and GLEMBARC inspections/compliance and audits for vessel performance and compliance by various Federal agencies, regulatory bodies (Class and flag State).
• Conduct regular operational (safety/navigation/technical) inspections and audits to assure conformity to company policy, identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Supports onboard reviews and investigates/reports (CG-2692) incidents, accidents, and near-misses and implement corrective/preventive measures.
• Maintains liaison with local and federal agencies to ensure reporting, knowledge of and compliance with applicable laws and regulations affecting vessels and/or shore-based marine services.
• Participates in Regulatory and Commercial audits at fit out and as needed during the season.
• Recommends, develops, and implements policies/procedures pertaining to ship management, marine personnel and vessel operation.
• Stays abreast of vessel-related technologies and advancements to ensure regulatory compliance and identify opportunities for improvement including efficiency and environmental impact.
• Maintains records of vessel utilization, structures, and regulatory and inspecting agency compliance.
• Collaborating with the Port Captain, Purchasing and Accounting leads Marine to ensure proper financial management of all aspects of Ship Operations.
• Provide strong leadership for safety, protection of the environment and a harassment-free work environment.
• Reviews on board performance including assisting with evaluations of Captain’s and mates, and defines needed training programs for licensed and unlicensed sea farers
• Proactively supports internal quality improvement processes, including risk management, the Company Safety Team, quarterly reviews and other campaigns/projects.
• Represents the Company at industry events/forums, regulatory body hearings, insurance matters, recruiting and other meetings promoting the Company's marine interests.
• Communicates with the Port Captain to assist ship captains and provide guidance, updates, and support as needed.

Marine Operations Specialist Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in marine operations or related field.
• US Coast Guard license of First-Class Pilot on the Great Lakes (Master or Mate).
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment; strong work ethic; collegial collaborator, professional.
• 30-40% travel to vessels (willing to travel nights/weekends if needed in emergency).
• Working knowledge of navigation system including ECDIS.
• Must have or be able to obtain TWIC card.

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