Port Captain

Efficiency. Innovation. Integrity. These are our 3 Pillars. At Curtin Maritime, these core values are the framework for safe performance and operational excellence; proof of these pillars is evident in our people and our fleet. For 25 years, Curtin Maritime has been an industry leader in quality maritime solutions. We are a dynamic Marine Construction and Marine Transportation company experiencing rapid growth. Our team provides customers with a complete suite of maritime solutions, allowing us the incredible opportunity to work on unique projects in some of the most amazing places on earth.

THIS ROLE:

The Port Captain will work directly with the Marine Transportation team on the oversight and management of all vessel related activities and overall operations. This position is responsible for managing vessel crews in collaboration with other Marine Transportation personnel.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Oversight management of all vessel-related activities and operations

  • Act as project manager from bid award to completion on Marine Transportation jobs working with customers, crews, agents, vendors, etc. This includes creating voyage plans, project submittals, ENOA/D’s, etc.
  • Know and understand the overall status of the fleet at all times; the “who, what, where, when, how, why” of the vessels
  • Develop an intimate knowledge of our equipment and operations for quality control purposes and to serve as a resource for crews and other Curtin staff.
  • Respond to operational “fire drills”
  • Create and maintain project scheduling for short- and long-term projects

• Manage all vessel crews

  • Strategically create crew schedules for projects accounting for individuals’ strengths/weaknesses to turn out well rounded crews for all operations, in compliance with USCG COI’s.
  • Assist in the tracking of credentials and mentor crews on licensing and career path.
  • Conduct performance evaluations for crew.

• Maintain fleetwide compliance with regulatory bodies, Curtin’s SMS, and Curtin standards.

  • Assist HSSE Department in the maintenance and compliance of shipboard equipment including fire systems, extinguishers, pyrotechnics, lifesaving equipment, etc.
  • Assist Engineering and HSSE Department with the maintenance and compliance of all vessel certificates, loadlines, COI’s etc.
  • Assist HSSE Department with vessel audits and creation and completion of corrective actions.

• Support and participate in the development and implementation of company training programs

  • Assist in the drafting and development of content for training programs

  • Participate in and lead training seminars

• Maintain Vessel Management System, Helm Connect

  • Ensure crew participation and accuracy in submittals to VMS

  • Maintain accurate and relevant templates.

  • Review/approve requisitions relating to the fleet

• Assist in recruiting and hiring of crews

  • Review resumes and participate in interviews

  • Assist in onboarding process, ensuring PPE issued as needed.

• Able to travel and be away from home for extended periods of time

  • Projects may require remote operations for extended periods of time.

WHO YOU ARE:

Certifications and Other Requirements

• Greater than 5 years of experience sailing as a Master or Mate. Graduation from a Maritime Academy as a licensed officer can substitute 2 years of this requirement.

• Preferred applicants will have minimum 10 years sailing as tugboat captain with experience in ocean towing and/or salvage.

• Preferred applicants will have experience conducting marine related projects in a critical role.

• TWIC Card or ability to obtain one

• Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record

• ISM knowledge preferred

Mental Aptitudes

• Ability to prioritize requests efficiently
• Strong communication skills
• Multitasking
• Organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure of deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management Skills

Physical Aptitudes

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear

• Ability to use stairs on a regular basis

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive Compensation
• Generous benefits package including:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Short-term Disability
  • AD&D/Life Insurance
  • 401k (with company match)
  • Additional option to elect incremental Life Insurance for employees and dependents and choose to elect Health and/or Dependent Flexible Spending

Curtin Maritime is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.