Port Engineer

Port EngineerThe Port Engineer supports the engineering departmental goals, the engineering department staff, the company’s executive management, and the management team. The position is responsible for upholding best engineering practices as well as promoting safe work practices with all employees, vendors, and visitors.Companywide employees, managers, executives, mariners, industry associates, and third party consultants.Jobs Responsibilities:Conducts annual maintenance/repair and capital budget preparation for vesselsConducts crew training to maintain regulatory complianceDetermines method, length, and costs of necessary vessel repairsDirects the review and approval of area routine machinery purchases and requisitions for resupply of tug spares, inventory, and equipment, repair and maintenance-related expense reports, and related accounts payableLeads or assists in developing and updating vessel maintenance programsLeads or assists in evaluating and surveying damage for insurance claimsLeads or assists in the evaluation and corrective action of emergency and/or casualty repairs for all vessels as neededLeads or assists with drydocking projects, such as preparing work scope for upcoming drydock periods, maintaining drydock procedures to ensure this is updated as required, maintaining all project documentation to date, and conducting weekly reviews on all project processes of the projectLeads or assists with the maintenance of vesselsLeads or assists with vessel repairsLeads or assists with vessel repairs and dry dockings as neededMay serve as M&R Port Engineer or dry dock port engineer as neededMonitors engineering work: in progress, planned, or unplanned maintenancePerforms other duties as assignedPrepares for inspection of vessels by regulatory groups and is responsible for remedying and repairing all deficienciesPromotes and oversees safe work practices with all employees and vendors working on company vesselsProvides input to the daily tug maintenance and repair scheduleStands on-call duty rotation for the departmentSupervises emergency repairs to vesselsTrains tug engineers regarding vessel systems, repairs, regulatory compliance, and company policies and proceduresEducation & Experience:A bachelor’s degree in marine engineering or a related fieldAbility to manage marine personnel as they perform work in various environmental conditionsAble to develop, track, and manage vessel budgets on a routine basisAble to interpret, administer, and ensure compliance with company policies and governmental regulations related to vessel manning, construction, maintenance, repair, safety, training, work rules, emergency response, and towing operationsAble to work independently as a self-starter to further the engineering departmental goalsAttention to detail and problem-solving skillsA broad breadth of engineering knowledge of vessels and related equipmentExcellent interpersonal skillsExperience in the maritime industryFamiliarity with shipyards, tugs, and barges is essentialKnowledge of marine labor contracts, work rules, and general maritime lawMinimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in maritime operationsMinimum of 5 years’ experience in the maritime industryProblem-solver who can collaborate with vendors, peers, company executives, customers, and the publicRequires strong computer hardware and software skills to include Microsoft Office applications, AutoCAD, NS5, using a computer with a keyboard and mouse, navigation with a web browser, checking and sending email, and use of internet search enginesSkilled at estimating and job cost managementStrong mathematical skillsThorough understanding of vessel operations and equipment capabilities/limitationsUnderstanding of basic finance and cost accountingRequired Licenses & Certifications:Merchant Mariner Credential, minimum endorsement of DDE Unlimited preferredAn active and valid Texas driver's licenseA Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:Ability to always communicate effectively and professionallyAbility to take communications 24 hours a day, including weekends, concerning vessel maintenance, repair, and operationsAbility to maintain confidentiality in all matters and areas of the organizationAbility to manage multiple demands simultaneously while maintaining service standardsAbility to understand and execute complex oral and written instructionsAbility to work independently with minimal or no guidanceCapable of making decisions and giving directions to facilitate prompt service deliveryExcellent written and verbal communication skillsInterpersonal skills to include self-awareness and the ability to deal professionally with others, and always make professional judgmentsMust be service-oriented and customer-centric to all internal and external customersMust be a team player and support the mission, vision, and goals of G&H Towing and the departmentProven ability to troubleshoot, test resolutions, and escalate common issuesProven analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong communication, organizational, analytical, time management, problem-solving, and planning skillsWorking Conditions:Workdays and hours will be assigned based on business needs, which may include evening, weekend, holiday, or on-call shifts. By request from the department manager or department director. Work hours may include irregular hours to assist in completing special tasks or assignmentsOut-of-regional travel may be required to attend training, seminars, or work-related eventsWork will be performed both in an office and in various regions of the Gulf CoastVisits to vessels and work at shipyards are frequentSpecial Projects:Assist the management and/or executive team when requested to complete special projects and complete all assignments within a negotiated time frame established by the department managerCompletion of other duties as assigned by the department manager, as it relates to the program and positionBehavioral CompetenciesTime ManagementCandidate is comfortable with goal setting and working in a team settingExcellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize workTeamworkCandidate is autonomous, self-motivated to complete work-related tasks and solve problems, reliable, customer service oriented, and intrinsically driven to collaborate with and help the organization achieve the overall department visions and goalsCandidate is a reliable, self-motivated problem solver who is service-oriented and intrinsically driven to collaborate with and help the organization achieve the overall human resources goalsCandidate should be comfortable working autonomously and as a team, while always maintaining professionalismCandidate understands the urgency of ensuring business continuity and will set and manage reasonable expectations for stakeholders regarding the resolution of issues.ListeningCandidate must be able to understand and act upon verbal direction or explanation of support needsResourcefulnessCandidate will not hesitate to share creative or innovative ideas that will yield efficiency or provide a resolution to needs or problems.Candidate will be proactive, working cross-functionally as needed to provide answers and solutionsEssential Job-Related Physical & Mental Requirements:Physical:Ability to ascend and descend stairsAbility to bend, twist, kneel, stoop, and or reach for itemsAbility to climb ladders, descend stairs, over bulwarks, and crawl into accessible spacesAbility to detect and write effectivelyAbility to enter