Port Captain

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Supervise and manage all activities related to vessels and overall Marine Transportation operations.

• Serve as the project manager from the time of bid award until completion, coordinating with customers, crews, agents, and vendors.

• Develop voyage plans, project submissions, and ENOA/Ds.

• Maintain an understanding of the fleet’s status and acquire in-depth knowledge of equipment and operations.

• Respond to operational emergencies or urgent situations.

• Create and uphold both short- and long-term project schedules.

• Manage vessel crews and strategically design crew schedules in alignment with USCG COIs.

• Monitor credentials and guide crews on licensing and career development.

• Conduct evaluations of crew performance.

• Ensure fleetwide adherence to regulations, Curtin’s SMS, and company standards.

• Assist with the maintenance and compliance of shipboard equipment, including fire systems, extinguishers, pyrotechnics, and lifesaving gear.

• Aid in managing vessel certificates, loadlines, COIs, audits, and corrective measures.

• Support and engage in company training initiatives, including content creation and leading training sessions.

• Maintain the Vessel Management System and Helm Connect.

• Ensure crew involvement and accuracy in VMS submissions.

• Keep accurate and relevant templates updated.

• Review and authorize fleet-related requisitions.

• Assist with crew recruitment, resume evaluations, interviews, and onboarding processes.

• Ensure the issuance of PPE as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of experience working as a Master or Mate.

• Graduation from a Maritime Academy with a licensed officer can substitute for 2 years of the experience requirement.

• Preferred: a minimum of 10 years of experience as a tugboat captain with ocean towing and/or salvage background.

• Preferred: experience in marine-related projects in a key role.

• TWIC Card or the ability to obtain one.

• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

• Knowledge of ISM is preferred.

• Ability to prioritize requests effectively.

• Strong communication abilities.

• Capable of multitasking.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Ability to perform under deadline pressure.

• Attention to detail is crucial.

• Proficient time management skills.

• Capability to use stairs regularly.

• Willingness to travel and be away from home for extended durations.

• Openness to work on projects that involve remote operations for prolonged periods.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer.

• Minimal travel requirements for this role.

• Opportunity to engage in distinctive maritime projects.

• Collaborate with a comprehensive suite of maritime solutions.

• PPE provided as necessary during the onboarding process.