Marine Operations Manager

We are representing an established marine transportation organization seeking an experienced maritime professional to oversee inland vessel operations and provide leadership to vessel personnel.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced inland towing vessel Captain with shoreside management experience who is ready to take on a broader operational leadership role.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee Captains, Mates, and deck crews across inland marine operations.

Conduct vessel inspections, navigation audits, and operational assessments.

Ensure vessels maintain high standards of safety, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness.

Coordinate industry inspections, including SIRE inspections.

Lead incident investigations and support safety initiatives.

Manage recruitment, training, and performance evaluations of marine personnel.

Develop operational procedures, cost-control programs, and efficiency improvements.

Support vessel scheduling, customer relations, and new business initiatives.

Prepare operational reports and provide updates to senior management.

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience as Master aboard inland towing vessels.

Minimum 2 years of shoreside marine management experience.

Valid USCG Master of Towing endorsement for Inland and Western Rivers, or equivalent qualifying credentials.

Strong knowledge of tug, barge, petroleum transportation, and inland waterway operations.

Experience with tank barges, terminals, and refinery operations.

Dangerous Liquids PIC endorsement strongly preferred.

500-ton Master of Towing credential preferred.

Strong leadership, communication, and operational management skills.

Willingness to travel to vessel locations and respond to operational matters outside normal business hours.

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