US Coast Guard Licensed Captain/Mate

Primary Function:

The Vessel Captain/Mate position is responsible for the safe navigation of the vessel in accordance with United States Coast Guard regulations and requirements of law. This position is also responsible for the safety of the crew and the in-service, protection of the environment and in-service care and maintenance of the vessel.


Responsibilities:

• Navigates the vessel and is responsible for the safety of the passengers and crew.
• Supervises vessel crew members in safety procedures.
• Monitor and inspect engine room and all associated machinery to ensure proper servicing and maintenance procedures are being conducted by the engineering crew.
• As required, supervises emergency drills as prescribed by the US Coast Guard at intervals set by management.
• Assist with US Coast Guard inspections when required.
• Ensures that all US Coast Guard and FCC inspections are conducted as required.
• Ensures that all US Coast Guard and FCC certifications are valid for the vessel's operation.
• Maintains accurate daily vessel logs and prepares such reports and documents as required by law and US Coast Guard District policy.
• Understand, follow, and enforce the safety, health, and environmental rules and safe working practices.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with crew members, customers, regulatory agencies and all others contracted during the course of work.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned by the Director of Offshore Marine Assets.
• Regular and reliable attendance and work performance required.
• Communicate effectively with company inter-departments (i.e., supply chain, personnel coordinators, HR, training, and maintenance) as required to establish operational efficiencies.

Prerequisites:

• Must hold a valid US Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Document and applicable STCW Training that meets vessel manning requirements.
• Extensive knowledge of US Coast Guard regulations.
• Basic understanding of occupational health and safety rules and working practices.
• Ability to effectively supervise vessel crew.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written forms.
• Must have medical clearance that meets US Coast Guard requirements for the position.

Education:

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Preferred education and/or training at an accredited maritime institute

Experience:

• Actual sea time as required for the issuance of US Coast Merchant Mariners Document and/or certifications.
• A minimum of (5) years working as a US Coast Guard licensed Captain/Mate.