Assistant Port Captain

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Woods Hole, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship Authority is the public ferry authority that provides lifeline transportation to the islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. Each year, our fleet of 11 vessels completes more than 24,000 trips, carrying close to 3 million passengers and over 675,000 vehicles. For the island communities we serve, our ferries are the primary link for residents, visitors, emergency services, and the freight that keeps daily life moving.

Position Function :

Support the Marine Operations in the safe, reliable and efficient day-to-day operation of the Authority's fleet. Assist Marine Operations in tracking fleet regulatory compliance and follow-through on Safety and Quality Management System (SQMS) audits and corrective actions. Assume the responsibilities of the Port Captain in the Port Captain's absence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct and coordinate assigned vessel activities, crew coverage and vessel moves, and assist in preparing and modifying operating schedules, in coordination with the Port Captain.
• Participate in the Marine Operations duty rotation. Communicate with assigned vessels during operations and help lead the response to emerging events, including weather, mechanical casualties and service disruptions.
• Maintain the fleet compliance calendar for all vessel certificates, inspections, surveys, licenses and permits, including United States Coast Guard (USCG) Certificates of Inspection, drydock examinations and FCC ship radio station licenses. Give the Director advance written notice of due dates and document completion before each deadline.
• Work with Human Resources Department and Vessel Operations Center to monitor crew credential and training compliance, including Merchant Mariner Credentials, medical certificates, TWIC, drug and alcohol testing, and required drills. Maintain records ready for regulatory review.
• Inspect vessels for conformance with USCG requirements and SSA safety and cleanliness standards. Coordinate preparation for USCG inspections and internal and third-party audits and track all findings to closure.
• Help develop and review vessel operational policies and procedures within the SQMS, consistent with the International Safety Management (ISM) Code and applicable International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards and help ensure they are followed throughout the fleet.
• Administer SQMS document control for Marine Operations and manage non-conformity reports and corrective actions through to verified closure.
• Observe vessel personnel and review vessel logs for conformance with SSA policies. Recommend changes in work practices and procedures to improve operations.
• Assist with investigations of accidents, incidents, injuries, near misses and customer complaints. Recommend corrective and disciplinary actions in coordination with the Port Captain and Human Resources.
• Assist in scheduling and delivering vessel personnel training and monitor fleet-wide compliance with training requirements.
• Assist with union contract negotiations and grievances, including hearings and arbitrations.
• Track and report operational performance and compliance metrics and assist in preparing and monitoring the vessel operating budget.
• May represent SSA with the USCG and other government authorities concerning vessel operations.
• Serve as an ambassador and role model for the SQMS at all levels of the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Marine Operations.

Required Qualifications:

• Possess, at a minimum, a USCG as Master of Inland Motor Vessels of 1600 Gross Tons.
• Working knowledge of federal and state maritime regulations, including USCG vessel inspection and certification requirements, and the ISM Code.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to manage recurring deadlines, records and corrective actions through to completion.

Desired Qualifications:

• Minimum of three (3) years as Master onboard vessels of at least 1600 GRT and 150 passengers and/or high-speed craft with High-Speed Craft Code experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Marine Transportation or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge of HSQE programs, including ISO/ISM; internal or lead auditor training.
• Experience with incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 (MTSA) and its implementing regulations.

W orking Conditions:

This position requires availability outside normal business hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays, and regular travel among Authority terminals and vessels in varied weather conditions.

Pay: $111,500.00 - $143,750.00 per year

EOE

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