Assistant Port Captain

Position Summary:
The Assistant Port Captain at Curtin Maritime is a pivotal leadership role within the Marine Transportation team, contributing to the oversight of vessel activities and operations. With a focus on supporting the management of vessel crews alongside the Port Captain and other personnel, the position serves as a crucial interface between management, crew, and clients, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage various aspects of vessel operations, from bid award to project completion.
• Act as a liaison between customers, crew, agents, and vendors, creating voyage plans and handling project documentation.
• Maintain detailed knowledge of the fleet status, assisting in project scheduling, and responding to operational urgencies.
• Oversee vessel crew management, developing effective crew schedules, tracking credentials, and mentoring on career development.
• Conduct crew performance reviews and maintain fleetwide compliance with regulatory standards and company safety management systems (SMS).
• Participate in the development and delivery of company training programs, leading training sessions when necessary.
• Manage the Vessel Management System, Helm Connect, ensuring accurate and prompt crew submissions and maintaining template relevance.
• Assist in the recruitment and onboarding of new crew members, reviewing resumes, and participating in interviews.
• Provide hands-on support by sailing on vessels for training, compliance, or crew support as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

• U.S. Coast Guard Licensed captain with a minimum of 5 years of experience serving as a Master or Mate.
• A preferred candidate will have over 10 years of experience sailing as a tugboat captain, with proficiency in ocean towing and marine construction.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License and TWIC Card.
• Knowledge of vessel management systems is an asset.
• Strong multitasking, organizational, communication, and time management skills, with the ability to work under deadline pressures.

Work Environment:

• Hybrid role based in Long Beach, California, with sailing duties and travel as necessary for project needs.
• Regular working hours with the anticipation of responding to operational requirements outside of typical schedules.

Reporting:

• Directly reports to the Port Captain and collaborates with HSSE Director and Marine Transportation team.

Location:
Long Beach, California (Hybrid)

Compensation:
Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, AD&D/life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependents.